08/05/2021
What is sports massage? - Sports massage or remedial massage was developed to help athletes prepare their body's for optimal performance. It is a systematic manipulation of the soft tissue of the body to help the body's return to health. It aids the removal of damaged cells, scar tissue and adhesions left after injury, it speeds up recovery and promotes healing.
The different techniques are designed to increase blood flow and lymph around the body to re-establish the proper neuromuscular function. Examples of techniques include; effleurage (stroking), petrissage (kneading), tapotement (rhythmic striking), compression, frictions, vibration, gliding, trigger points and stretching.
Some of the reported benefits from sports massage include;
✅ Increased range of motion (ROM)
✅ Increased flexibility
✅ Increased sense of well-being
✅ Decreased muscle tension
✅ Better sleep
✅ Increased circulation
✅ Reduced fibrous adhesions in muscle fibres and facia
Here at Alpha1 massage we offer a range of treatments, wether it be pre/post event massage or looking after your body with a maintenance massage we have it all. Our statement is simple, I want to do the BEST for you.
B - Balance your body and energy
E - Energise you
S - Stimulate you
T - Transform you
Give your body the attention it deserves and book today, prices are listed below.
Pre/post event massage (15-20mins) £15
Maintenance massage (40mins) £20
Maintenance massage (60mins) £30
Alpha1 Massage - 'The road to recovery'