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Sport & Remedial Massage is the management, rehabilitation, articulation and manipulation of the body's soft tissues including muscles, tendons, ligaments and fascia to aid the prevention, recognition and treatment of injuries.  Due to the nature of this deep tissue manipulation it can sometimes be an uncomfortable treatment but your body will respond as muscle stiffness and tension reduces. Typically the aim is to relax the muscles and other soft tissues, increase delivery of blood and oxygen to the massaged areas, warm them and decrease pain.

Reported benefits include:

• Improves circulation and lymphatic flow
• Aids elimination of toxins and waste products within soft tissues 
• Improves movement/flexibility and function
• Normalises muscle length, tone or imbalances
• Helps manage stress and assists with pain relief
• Event preparation, injury prevention & scar tissue reduction

Trigger point therapy is a tight area within a muscle that causes pain in other parts of the body. The pain can feel sharp and stabbing or dull and achy. Trigger Point Therapy is designed to alleviate the source of the pain with isolated pressure and release. This is often incorporated in a treatment.

Myofascial Release is a form of soft tissue therapy used to treat somatic dysfunction (impaired or altered function of related components of the body's systems) and accompanying pain and restriction of motion.

Fascia is a 3D web that extends from the top of the head to the tips of the toes. This in turn surrounds and influences every other tissue, tendon, muscle, bone, ligament and organ of the body.

When a trauma happens to the body it creates scars and hardens, this can cause internal structures to be pulled and tighten. Creating poor posture/misalignment/pressure . The aim with Myofascial release is realignment. 

Kinesiology tape  is used to lift the skin away from the muscle and promotes positive changes in the body's fluid, mechanical and neurological systems. 

Commonly people wearing KT tape can feel less pain, swelling and tightness of the area..

KT tape is commonly used by active individuals and health professionals to help with a wide variety of muscular-skeletal and sports injuries.

Home visits available on request (will incur an additional charge)

All treatments will included a variety of techniques and tools specific to the clients needs.  

Treatments can be designed to accommodate mobility impairments: This type of massage is designed for people who have difficulty moving around, such as those who are in wheelchairs or who have limited range of motion. It uses techniques that can be performed while the client is sitting or lying down. 

60 min session £50 (all initial appointments will be 60 mins)

45 min session £45 

30 min session £30

What should I expect during my appointment? 

I will carry out a full consultation with you which will include some medical health history . you will be asked general questions to establish what needs to be worked on and is massage is appropriate for you.

It is important for YOUR health to inform your therapist of ALL health concerns and medications so they can adapt your treatment.

What shall I wear?

Loose fitting clothing is best as if you are not comfortable removing items.

A pair of shorts can make you feel comfortable and allow access to large muscle groups.

Ladies, a normal bra can be undone and left in place on the massage couch. 

Gents, wearing more fitted underwear (boxers or briefs) as they provide more support.

You should undress to a level you are comfortable with. I will maintain your modesty at all times with drape towels/sheets in specific ways to gain access to the area requiring treatment whilst keeping other areas covered.

How long does a treatment last?

Most treatments are 60 minutes long. However certain conditions can be aggravated by lengthy treatments and your therapist might decide to shorten the treatment. 

Is the treatment confidential/private?

Yes. Therapists are bound by Data Protection and patient confidentiality agreements, Therapists will only ever discuss your treatment with another practitioner with your consent and if they have any concerns about your progress or if you are presenting with any worrying symptoms.

Does the treatment hurt?

This will depend on the type of massage you are having. There is definitely a "grateful pain" that feels good and an "ouch, please stop" pain. If you feel you have to tense up and fight against what your therapist is doing which negates the relaxing effect of the massage, then that isn't beneficial.

Do I need to do anything specific to my skin before treatment?

The answer is no. It is better however to remain moisturiser free as sometimes it can interfere with specific techniques as it makes the skin slippery.

Is the Therapist insured and qualified? 

Yes. And in order to gain insurance therapist have to complete a number of hours of CPD Continuous Professional Development courses)  each year post training. My insurance and qualifications are on display.

How many treatments will I need?

This will depend entirely on your response to the treatment provided. We can discuss this after the initial appointment and assessment.

When should I avoid massage?

Do not get a massage if you have a fever, flu, contagious or infectious skin conditions, sunburn or are being treated for cancer. You shouldn't get a massage if you are under 12 weeks pregnant. 

How will I feel after the treatment?

You can feel tired for a short period of time and then notice an increase of energy, heightened awareness and increased productivity which can last for days. You can feel slightly sore or bruised the day after a very deep tissue massage or after the application and removal of KT tape. This is completely normal. Increase your water consumption to rehydrate your tissues and flush your system through to get rid of the toxins.

Any possible contra-actions you may experience are absolutely normal and will subside within 24 - 48 hours post treatment.

After your treatment you may be given some stretches and after care advice.