Soft Tissue Therapy / Remedial Massage

Service Description

Whether you're a seasoned athlete or a couch potato, remedial massage is designed for all ages and levels of ability. Treatments and aftercare exercises are tailored to meet the unique requirements of each client and target the specific problem areas. Pain levels are reduced by improving blood flow and restoring normal function and biomechanics to the affected. Treatment involves taking a close look at posture and assessing movement patterns in order to identify the source of the issue which could involve tendons, ligaments, muscle strains or imbalances, or dysfunctional biomechanics. ​Once identified, the target area(s) can be treated with various Soft Tissue Therapy techniques in order to ease pain and help your muscles get back to full health, including: Active/passive soft tissue release. Joint mobilisation. Muscle stretching (MET, PNFS) Myofascial release. Rehabilitation exercises and general aftercare advice also forms part of the treatment plan and may include: stretching tight muscles, strengthening or activating weak / inactive muscles, and reconditioning groups of muscles to fire in the correct sequence. Exercises may also aim to address dysfunctions between stabiliser and mobiliser muscles, making sure that each does the job it's intended to do. Importantly, all aftercare advice will be adapted to your unique requirements, taking into consideration your physical abilities and energy levels. Recovery is for everyone, not just athletes.