Benefits of Sport Massage
Maintains the entire body in better physical condition – Improving the circulation of blood and lymph i.e. nutrients in the waste products out
Extends the good health and general life of your athletic career – quicker recovery from injury whilst reducing the chance of re-injury
Boosts athletic performance and endurance – reduces muscle soreness, resulting in consistently higher levels of training
Prevents injury and loss of mobility to muscle – promotes flexibility and relaxation whilst improving muscle tone
Cures and restores mobility to injured muscle – adhesions and scar tissue can be broken down giving back the muscles structural integrity and flexibility
Effects of Sport Massage
Cures and restores mobility to injured muscle – adhesions and scar tissue can be broken down giving back the muscles structural integrity and flexibility
Reduction in pain – reduced muscle tension
Maintenance & Improvement of Muscle Function – muscles can shorten and become inelastic
Relaxation – due to relieving the muscle tension
Increased Blood Supply – massage stimulates circulation
Removal of Waste Products – e.g. Lactic Acid
Breakdown of Scar Tissue – likely location of further injury