Treatments

Other Treatments

Sports Massage

Sports massage is not just for elite athletes but can benefit any individual engaging in sport. By focusing on the muscle systems used in athletic activities sports massage can help reduce soreness as well as enhancing power, endurance and flexibility. It can help speed up recovery from injury or after an event and is a valuable part of a long term training programme.

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage is designed to relieve severe tension in the muscles and the connective tissue or fascia. This type of massage focuses on the muscles located beneath the surface of the top muscles. Deep tissue massage is often recommended for individuals who experience consistent pain or are involved in heavy physical activity, for example athletes or patients who have sustained physical injury.

Swedish Massage

Swedish massage uses five styles of long, flowing strokes. These strokes are effleurage (light touch), petrissage (kneading), tapotement (rhythmic tapping), friction (compression), and vibration. Swedish massage can be helpful in reducing pain, joint stiffness, and improving function in patients with osteoarthritis of the knee. It has also been shown to be helpful in treating poor circulation.

Head, neck and shoulder massage

This massage concentrates on the head, neck and shoulder muscles while the patient sits in a specialised massage chair. Depending on the client's needs, the therapist may use light techniques for a relaxing session or more rapid movements for a more stimulating session. After the neck and shoulder massage, the treatment finishes with some gentle head massage.