Sports Massage

Sports massage is a type of deep tissue massage designed to help anyone from athletes, desk workers and active individuals. Sports Massage helps recover from training, prevent injury, and reduce muscle tension. Our therapists use techniques like deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, and stretching to support goals.

Sports massage is beneficial for:

• Athletes (professional and amateur)
• Runners, cyclists, and gym goers
• People recovering from sports injuries
• Anyone with tight muscles, poor recovery, or recurring pain
• Individuals preparing for a race or event
• Manual labour jobs
• Desk workers

Common conditions include:

• Muscle tightness and soreness
• IT band pain
• Shin splints
• Tendonitis
• Back and neck pain
• Shoulder and hip tension
• Post workout recovery

Sports massage can be firm and deep, especially when working on tight muscles. You may feel discomfort, but it should not be unbearable. Your therapist will adjust pressure based on your comfort level.

It depends on your training and goals. Many patients benefit from:

• Weekly sessions during training or chronic issues
• Bi-weekly sessions for maintenance
• Pre-event and post-event massage

Your therapist can recommend the best frequency for your needs.

Wear comfortable, loose clothing. Depending on the treatment area, you may be asked to undress to your comfort level. You will be covered with a towel. A chaperone can also be provided if ever required.

Yes. We offer:

• Pre-event massage to warm up muscles and improve mobility
• Post-event massage to reduce soreness and speed recovery
• Total Therapy also attend local events providing both pre and post event massage.

Typical sessions include:

• 30 minutes (targeted areas)
• 45 minutes (more than 1 targeted area)
• 60 minutes (full body or multiple areas)

This will include a pre assessment

Yes, when performed by a licensed sports massage therapist. Our team follows strict safety and hygiene protocols. If you have a medical condition, injury, or are pregnant, please inform us before your session.

Yes. Sports massage supports recovery by:

• Improving blood flow
• Reducing inflammation
• Increasing flexibility
• Breaking down scar tissue
• Reducing muscle tension

It works best as part of a comprehensive rehab plan.

It’s possible, but not everyone bruises after a sports massage. Bruising can happen when deeper pressure is used to release tight muscles or trigger points.

You may be more likely to bruise if:

• You have sensitive skin
• You bruise easily
• You’re on blood-thinning medication
• You have a history of bruising
• Deep tissue work is used

What to expect if you do bruise:

• Mild, light bruising is common and usually fades in a few days
• It may feel sore like a “deep tissue ache”
• The bruised area should improve with time

If you’re worried about bruising, tell your therapist before the session. They can adjust pressure or focus on gentler techniques.

Some insurance plans cover sports massage, depending on your policy and diagnosis. We recommend checking with your provider.

Yes. Deep tissue massage is a common technique used in sports massage to release deep muscle tension and improve mobility.

Sports Therapy focuses on injury prevention and rehabilitation, using assessment, exercise programs, and strength training to help you recover and perform better.

Sports Massage focuses on muscle recovery and tension relief, using hands on massage techniques to reduce soreness and improve flexibility.

Many athletes benefit from both: sports therapy for rehab and sports massage for recovery – all of our Sports Therapists offer Sports Massage.

You can book by calling 01202 725090 visiting our website, or stopping by our clinic at our Lilliput health clinic. We offer flexible appointment times to fit your training schedule.

At Total Therapy we help athletes and active individuals perform better, recover faster, and stay injury-free. Book your sports massage today.