Specific Massage Techniques
Deep Transverse Frictions
A technique specifically used to address & manage scar tissue. The frictions aim to break down cross links formed in scar tissue and can also increase blood flow to the area which is beneficial in tissue repair.
Below is a description of the specific massage techniques we may use in your treatment. Your treatment will be specific to you and what you will gain the most benefit from, therefore not all may be suitable.
Petrissage
A deeper massage technique used to stretch muscle fibres, reduce muscle tone and increase circulation through the tissue, reducing toxins like lactic acid.Â
Soft Tissue Release
Soft tissue release can be used to stretch specific areas of tension in a muscle.
Effleurage
We will use effleurage at the start and throughout a sports massage. This technique allows your therapist to feel your muscles to identify pain or tightness and also aims to improve blood flow, warm up muscles and reduce swelling.
Muscle Energy Techniques
A form of manual therapy in which muscles are activated on request, from a controlled, position, in a specific direction, against a counterforce. Used to lengthen muscles & increase circulation.
Tapotement
Briskly applied percussive movements used to invigorate muscles as part of a pre-event massage.
Myofascial Release
Myofascial release is a soft tissue treatment to help increase myofascial mobility and reduce pain within the musculoskeletal system. Fascia is connective tissue that surrounds muscle, bone, ligaments and tendons. The tissues can become restricted due to injury, overuse, inactivity and may result in pain & tension. This technique is slow and effective to relieve symptoms of fascial restrictions.
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Neuromuscular Techniques (trigger points)
When trigger points are present in muscles there is often pain
and weakness in the associated structures. When these trigger points are identified, pressure can be applied to relieve pain and improve range of movement.