Sports Massage
Sports Massage is a special form of massage and is typically used before, during, and
after athletic events. The purpose of the massage is to prepare the athlete for peak
performance, to drain away fatigue, to relieve swelling, to reduce muscle tension, to
promote flexibility and to prevent injuries.
Purpose of Sports Massage?
The main purpose of sports massage therapy is to help alleviate the stress and
tension which builds up in the body’s soft tissues during physical activity. Where minor
injuries and lesions occur, due to overexertion and/or overuse, massage can break
them down quickly and effectively. The massage will help prepare the athlete for peak
performance, to drain away fatigue, to relieve swelling, to reduce muscle tension, to
promote flexibility and to prevent injuries. Sports massage can help prevent those
niggling injuries that so often get in the way of performance and achievement, whether
a person is an athlete or a once a week jogger.
Types of Techniques?
Depending on the needs of the athlete, a variety of techniques are used. The
technique often involves a blend of traditional Swedish Massage and Shiatsu
specifically designed to treat professional athletes.
Each type of sport has different demands on the players. Each sport uses muscle
groups in a different way. Sports massage is designed to address those specific
concerns and may differ according to the sport the athlete plays. Sports massage can
be aimed to help heal strained muscles and allow healthy ones to reach peak
performance and maintain it while minimizing the risk of injury.
Benefits of Sports Massage?
Sports massage has many benefits. In addition to FEELING GOOD, it reduces the
heart rate and blood pressure, increases blood circulation and lymph flow, reduces
muscle tension, improves flexibility, and relieves pain. Each sport and athletic event
uses muscle groups in a different way.
Sports Massage can also include pre-event, post-event and maintenance techniques
that promote greater athletic endurance and performance, lessen chances of injury
and reduce recovery time.
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