Sports Massage
Description
Sports massage is a type of bodywork therapy that focuses on improving muscle function and flexibility. It also reduces stress and tension in muscles. Sports massage is a form of manual therapy that uses varied (,but appropriate) pressure to improve circulation and range of motion. The therapist applies deep pressure to specific areas of the body to release tight muscles and improve blood flow. This therapy has been used by athletes and everyday people since ancient times. People use sports massage to reduce pain and inflammation, prevent injuries, and speed recovery after an injury. A sports massage can help reduce stress and tension in muscles. It can also be used to treat injuries such as muscle strains and sprains. During a sports massage, the therapist will use his or her hands to apply firm pressure to certain parts of the body. He or she might press into the area where there is pain or stiffness, or he or she may work on the entire body. Sports massage has been used for centuries to treat injuries and relieve pain. Today, sports massage is used to help athletes recover from injury, reduce stress and tension in muscles, and increase flexibility. Sports massage is often performed before and after exercise to prevent muscle soreness and aid recovery. Sports massage is a type of manual therapy that uses soft tissue techniques to treat muscle tension and pain. Deep pressure is applied to specific areas of the back, neck, shoulders, arms, legs, feet, and hands to relieve stress and tension. The Sports Massage Association (SMA) define soft tissue therapy as “the management, manipulation and rehabilitation of soft tissues of the body including muscles, tendons and ligaments. It is applicable not just to sports people but to anybody wishing to guard against or recover from a soft tissue injury”. It is because of the wide range of applications that this type of treatment is ideal for a diverse range of physical complaints, from elite athletes in recovery to reducing everyday aches and pains. The Sports Massage Association (SMA)
