Sports and remedial soft tissue treatments 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 general sports massage without any assessment.
Sports massage involves a variety of techniques; soft tissue release, deep tissue work, 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 as fast as possible. Self care is a vital part of your healing!
Zoe is 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 highly effective, hands on technique used to reduce pain and stiffness in the fascia, a web of connective tissue that connects bones, muscles, soft tissues and organs together. Fascial layers can become dense and tight, preventing optimal gliding of soft tissue structures. Inflammation, repetitive postures, injury and aging all contribute to fascial restriction. By helping fascial layers to glide more smoothly, there will be less stiffness and sense of tightness in our bodies. The technique involves gentle sustained pressure and stretch, and it is not usually painful. MFR can be used to treat pain and increase mobility in patients with a wide range of conditions, including back pain and neck pain.
For athletes wanting to feel faster, more agile and less stiff in their sport, MFR can play a highly beneficial role in recovery from repetitive strain injuries and soft tissue rehabilitation. Regular incorporation of myofascial release into training routines has been reported by clients to improve their performance and recovery capabilities. At Feel Better Bristol, we use myofascial release as part of the toolkit for getting you better. MFR can particularly help with muscular imbalances, leading to overuse and faulty movement patterns, common in sports with repetitive actions.
A rising number of athletes are turning to MFR help correct pelvic position and efficiency of movement, which in turn may contribute to optimal performance for competition (1). Zoe has undertaken training specifically for athletic performance and rehabilitation under the tutelage of Linda Currie, Sport Scotland, and offers MFR treatments for Sports Performance and Rehabilitation.
(1) Leigh, J. How Myofascial Release can help athletes achieve optimum performance. 2012