Sports Massage promotes re-oxygenation of the blood, removes waste products and realigns the muscle fibres. Breaking down adhesions and scar tissue allows the muscle to contract better. Brilliant for muscle recovery post activity.
The firm pressure and trigger point therapy really gets into those tricky places and eases tightness. We can also pick up on any areas that may need more strengthening before they become a niggle.
Sports Massage is a great aid to your rehabilitation from sports injury, post-operatively or postnatally. It helps identify areas to work on, relives tension and allows better movement/kinetic chain through the body.
Muscle adhesions commonly occur where there is greater demand or stress on that part of the muscle. Muscle fibres tear during exercise (you may feel DOMS the next day) and the body heals – producing stronger and additional muscle fibres. During this process the fibres can occasionally ‘glue’ together. This leads to inefficient muscles as the fibres are unable to fully contract or relax. Blood flow to the area is also restricted, reducing oxygen & nutrient delivery and the removal of waste products. Sports Massage and strengthening can help undo these adverse effects.
We will perform a quick assessment, taking in your medical history, current issues etc. and may perform some diagnostic tests. Their initial assessment and discussion with you will guide the session and help outline a program of exercises and follow up appointments. This will help ensure you are improving and have the self-management tools to keep you that way.
Be comfy! Please wear either shorts or suitable underwear. Ladies, a usual bra with clasps at the back is preferred over a sports bra. You may wish to remove your bra if happy to. We do have shorts available for you to borrow. Please be aware the wax can stain clothing.
Towels will be used to maintain decency and keep you at a comfortable temperature. Please do tell us if you have any questions or concerns.
Our massage lotions and wax are all natural, nut-free and vegan. We use Naqui or Physique lotion or Songbird Massage Wax, please ask us if you need the ingredients list to check for allergens.
Wide variety of appointment times throughout the week. Late evenings and Saturday appointments are also available.
Currently the only clinic in Bristol offering combined treatment models including, shockwave therapy, ultrasound assessment and guided injections as well as traditional physiotherapy services.
We are expert sports injury specialists and a leader in sports injury physio in Bristol.
Locations
Birdwell Clinic, Long Ashton
David Lloyd, Long Ashton
Oakfield Road, Clifton
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Opening Times
Mon – Fri: 8am to 9pm
Sat: 9am to 12 noon
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