Defining Sports Massage is challenging.  Even when you ask a number of different Massage Therapists who say they offer it or are certified in it, they may all come up with different definitions.  All of them will however have a few things in common;

  • Focus on specific areas or needs of the client.
  • Facilitate a desired physiological change in the tissue.
  • Have a goal or goals of improving performance, movement, flexibility, strength and/or endurance.
  • Utilize a variety of techniques and modalities.

While Sports Massage has been around quite a while, it is still developing into its own genre. Sports Massage Therapists and Massage Therapists that offer Sports Massage will have a very good background in:

  • Anatomy
  • Physiology
  • Kinesiology
  • Pathology
  • Orthopedic Assessment

Depending on the client and the situation, they may use only a couple of different strokes or techniques or quite a few. Techniques and Modalities may include but are not limited to; Swedish Massage, Traditional European Massage, Russian Sports Massage, Active Isolated Stretching, Neuromuscular Therapy, Orthopedic Massage and Bodywork, Myoskeletal Alignment, Myofascial Release, Strain Counterstrain, Positional Release, Active and Passive Stretching, Trigger Point, Active Release, Lymphatic Drainage, Deep Tissue, Acupressure and even Ice Massage. Please note; in some states Massage Therapists may be limited by their scope of practice and may not be able to offer or legally practice all of the techniques and modalities listed above.

Some people say relaxation has nothing to do with Sports Massage. I will also beg to differ there. Even the highest performing athletes can benefit from a relaxing massage.

We will look forward to working with you and helping you relax, feel better and/or improve your performance.  Please feel free to give us a call if you would like to book an appointment or have any questions 610-933-3666 or 610-906-2322 or to schedule an appointment online Click Here!