The main difference between ‘normal’ relaxing massage and Sports Massage is the pressure and how deep your therapist will press. A sports massage is usually delivered by a therapist with a lot more training about the human body than in a Spa setting. Here at the clinic Oliver is also a Sports Physiotherapist too (so he has double experience).

No, Sports massage is not intended to hurt. It’s a bit of a myth that unless it hurts it has not worked. Here at the Physio clinic we try and gauge a pressure which is beneficial but not painful. Mild discomfort maybe felt at times only to reach the desired outcome and reduce muscle tension.

Massage Therapy is NOT just for sports people - FACT! Everyone can benefit from Massage Therapy too, as its a great way to relax sore, tight or knotted muscles. Whether you sit at a desk all day or you drive for a living, Massage can help enormously.

It has been clinically proven to help reduce stress/anxiety and to help you relax and sleep better from the busy lifestyles we all seem to live!

YES! Massage has so many benefits for anyone sporty. As the name states it is a style of massage that originated from the world of sport, and its great results-driven approach has made it an essential as part of many athlete’s training & recovery plans.

Any serious athlete will tell you that if you exercise hard and also compete in a sport you should 100% be getting regular Sports Massages too. There’s no better way to ease tired and sore muscles, improve recovery time and prevent DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness). Foam rollers & massage guns are just not as good compared to a proper deep tissue massage!

We offer both 30 and 60min sessions here at the clinic.

If its just 1 area to work on (just the neck/shoulders or legs), or if you've never had a Sports Massage before, then we recommend starting with 30 minute session.

However if you are looking for a full body session we would recommend a 60 minute session.
[Our most popular massage is the 60 minute full body treatment].

Get in Touch -here- to enquire about our Massage sessions.

We ask where possible to bring shorts & for females a sports bra/top. We will always use towels as well to ensure you are fully comfortable.

If you are wanting just general maintenance massage work then you can have that anytime you like.

If you have a specific event coming up (e.g. a race or sports event) then we would encourage you to have a session 48hrs prior to your event, and then potentially a follow up session 1 day after the event for optimum performance and recovery.

What’s best is not to wait until something gets bad before seeking help. If you keep on top of niggles then they don’t need as much treatment as something chronic?

We offer a range of sessions to suit you. Get in touch -here- to find out more about Sports Massage sessions with us.