Sports and remedial massage play a significant role in injury rehabilitation and the management of musculoskeletal conditions. Zoe and Becki are both experienced Level 5 Sports and Remedial Massage Therapists and MFR Therapists. They are able to effectively assess and treat injuries using a combination of soft tissue techniques and exercise rehabilitation.
An initial appointment is 70 minutes long, including a postural and bio-mechanical assessment to identify any contributing factors to your injury. Both 60 and 45 minute massage options are also available for clients wanting a sports massage without the assessment.
Sports massage will involve a variety of techniques; soft tissue release, deep tissue massage, myofascial release, medical acupuncture, kinesiology taping, dry cupping and active stretching. Remedial exercises are given after treatment to maximise the effects and get you back to your activities and hobbies as fast as possible. Self care is a vital part of your healing!
Zoe is also an advanced Scar Practitioner. Working on surgical scars early in the recovery may reduce then occurrence of long-term restrictions e.g. after joint replacements and ligament operations. Treatment may commence 8 weeks after your surgery. Scar massage may be beneficial for older scars restricting movement in your body or causing discomfort. Some of the conditions we see include: sports injury surgeries, hysterectomies, or C-section scars
MFR For Sports and Performance
Myofascial Release is a gentle and highly effective technique used by our practitioners to reduce pain in the connective tissue that flows throughout our bodies connecting all the bones, muscles and organs together. These fascial layers can become dense and sticky preventing proper movement between the tissue structures. Inflammation, poor posture, injury and aging all contribute to fascial restrictions. Releasing these layers and helping them to glide more smoothly may significantly reduce stiffness in joints and the sense of tightness in our bodies. The technique involves gentle sustained pressure and stretch, and it is not usually painful.
For athletes wanting to feel faster, more agile and less stiff in their sport, MFR can play a highly beneficial role in recovery and soft tissue rehabilitation. Our practitioners use myofascial release as part of the toolkit for getting you better. Zoe has undertaken training specifically for sports MFR under the tutelage of Linda Currie, Sport Scotland, and offers this treatment specifically for Sports Performance and Rehabilitation.