WHAT IS SPORTS/REMEDIAL MASSAGE? 

 

This form of massage focuses on assisting injury recovery, correcting imbalances caused by repetitive/ strenuous physical activity/ trauma. 

 

 

Usually this massage is medium to high intensity with the use of stretches and other approaches. Deep tissue massage.  

 

 

WHO IS IT FOR? 

 

Most age groups. Not recommended on children under the age of 13 or over the age 80. (Though this is case dependent).  

 

 

This form of massage is ideal for: 

 

- office workers,      

 - causal trainers,          

- athletes,        

- sportsman,    

  - individuals playing light sports, 

- assist pre- game/ exercise,                

- assists post- game/ exercise,  

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HOW OFTEN SHOULD YOU HAVE THIS? 

 

 It depends on the level of intensity of activity.  Here is a rough guideline recommended weeks of massage: 

 

1. Sedentary lifestyle - every 4-6 weeks 

 

2. Moderate/active lifestyle- every 2-3 weeks 

 

3. Athletic lifestyle - every week/ day dependent on activity.  

 

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WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS?  

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- reduction aches/pains        - reduction inflammation       - assists optimal posture        - avoids injury  

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- assists injury recovery         - release endorphins               - relieve muscle tension.          - increase muscle flexibility  

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- prevent DOMs                            - scar tissue breakdown        - increase blood flow