London Sports Massage
If you’re an athlete or even just an enthusiastic weekend jogger, a london sports massage can do wonders for your muscles. As a form of deep-tissue therapy, it’s specifically tailored to athletic muscles, to help reduce pain and promote recovery from training sessions, competition or injury. But it’s not only for athletes; it also helps sedentary office workers, dancers and other non-athletes to ease stiffness, relieve tension and improve flexibility.
Using hands, fingertips, knuckles and elbows, trained therapists will apply specific techniques to target tense or knotted areas. As with all deep-tissue treatments it may hurt, but the therapist is trying to coax positive change in the soft tissue (that’s what makes it “good hurt” rather than painful).
The best london sports massage providers know how to get right into those tight muscles and break them up with techniques like myofascial release, muscle stripping and neuromuscular technique. They will use their hands to find those troublesome areas, but they’ll also apply deep pressure to relax the overly tense muscles.
Some therapists will ask you to lie face down while they work on one particular area. Others will work on both sides of the body at once. Most will have a relaxing room where you can just close your eyes and drift off, but they’ll probably play soft music to add to the experience.
For professional athletes looking to stay on top of their game, massage is an essential part of their health and wellbeing programme. It’s not just a way to unwind; it boosts circulation and stimulates the flow of nutrients through the body, which is key for healthy muscles and joints. Regular massage can also identify imbalances or niggles and prevent them from escalating into full-blown injuries.
Athletes can benefit from a bespoke treatment at SH Massage Therapy Rooms, which is set within the Link Business Centre in Brixton. Owner Salih has over 16 years’ experience in both the spa and fitness industry and specialises in delivering a bespoke unisex sports massage.
While the scientific benefits of a sports massage are up for debate, most athletes will tell you that it can help to decrease delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), improve performance and increase flexibility. At a minimum, it’s worth trying if you’re suffering from a niggling neck or shoulder injury.
Located in Carlton Chambers, near to Buckingham Palace, SMSM Therapy: Sports Massage & Spinal Manipulation offers a bespoke osteopathic service alongside sports massage and bodywork. Their lead therapist has over a decade of experience in the field and is well versed in treating both acute and chronic conditions. They offer a wide range of specialist treatments such as shockwave therapy and ergonomic assessments. They’re a popular choice with City professionals who require fast recovery from sports injuries and a comprehensive rehabilitation plan. To book, contact them via their website. Their bespoke packages are also great value for money.