Sports Massage

Sports massage is a popular form of treatment for soft tissue injuries. Regular sports massage also forms part of an injury prevention strategy.

Sports massage therapy is geared toward athletes of every kind, from world-class professionals to weekend joggers. Various sports massage techniques are specific to the athlete’s sport of choice. Focusing on areas of the body that are overused and stressed from repetitive and often aggressive movements.

Aspects of sports massage therapy are gaining popularity as useful components in a balanced training regimen. Sports massage therapy can be used to enhance pre-event preparation and reduce recovery time for maximum performance during training or after an event.

Athletes have discovered the benefits that specially designed sports massage promote are;

  • Flexibility
  • Reduces Fatigue
  • Improves Endurance
  • Injury Prevention
  • Prepares body and mind for optimal performance

One of the key benefits of Sports massage therapy compared to other modalities is its ability to target muscle-tendon junctions. A 2010 study in the journal of Strength and Conditioning Research found that even a 30-second massage improved hip-flexor range of motion. Another study conducted by Margaret Jones, Ph.D. of the American College of Sports Medicine, demonstrated a notable trend toward decreased muscle soreness in the athletes who received massage either before or after exercise.

For anyone participating in regular physical activity, Sports massage therapy every week or two may be a great addition to your normal regimen. It’s best to talk with one of our BPRC medical professionals to find a plan that will work best with your schedule, level of activity and budget.

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