Sports massage
A trigger point is a tense area of muscle tissue that causes pain in other parts of the body.
If you’re looking for a deep-tissue massage, this is the session for you. Thanks to a combination of stretching tailored to your needs and targeted massage techniques, you’ll be back in shape in no time.
A trigger point in the back, for example, can cause radiating pain in the neck. The latter, acting as a satellite trigger point, can cause head pain. Pain can be sharp and intense or dull.
Trigger point massage therapy is specifically designed to relieve the source of pain through isolated cycles of pressure and release. In this type of massage, the patient actively participates in deep breathing, identifying the exact location and intensity of discomfort.
The results and benefits are the release of contracted muscle areas, relieving pain. You may notice a significant reduction in pain after just one session. Regular massage with trigger point therapy can help to naturally manage the pain and stress associated with chronic injury.
Sports massage therapy is designed for athletes of all levels, from top-level professionals to weekend joggers. Sports massage techniques are specific to the sport in question. It targets areas of the body that are overworked and stressed by repetitive, often aggressive movements. Certain aspects of sports massage therapy are gaining in popularity, and fit perfectly into a balanced training program.
It improves pre-event preparation and reduces recovery time for optimal performance during or after training. Athletes have found that a specially designed sports massage promotes flexibility, reduces fatigue, improves endurance, prevents injury and prepares the body and mind for optimal performance.
One of the main advantages of sports massage over other modalities is its ability to target musculo-tendinous junctions. A 2010 study published in the journal Strength and Conditioning Research found that a massage lasting just 30 seconds improved the range of motion of the hip flexor muscles. Another study by
Margaret Jones, Ph. D., of the American College of Sports Medicine, demonstrated a notable trend towards reduced soreness observed in athletes massaged before or after exercise. For anyone practicing regular physical activity, a weekly or twice-weekly sports massage can be an excellent complement to your regular program.