What is sports massage?

Sports massage is the specific application of systematic manipulation of the soft tissues of the body for therapeutic purposes.

How does sports massage differ from other types of massage?

It is anatomy-based and employs various massage techniques to release trigger points (knots), relieve delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), reduce muscle tightness, enhance recovery, and prevent injuries. It is often an integral part of injury management

What are the benefits of sports massage?

To release stubborn knots, relieve delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), reduce muscle tightness, enhance recovery and prevent future injuries.

Can sports massage support Pilates exercises?

Most definitely, sports massage helps by warming up the various muscles and joints. Muscles that are properly massaged and stretched possess the ability to generate more power because of greater elasticity, which translates to its ability to absorb more force when perform Pilate exercises, resulting in lower risk of injury. (more…)