Sports Massage
Whether you're a regular gym-goer, recreational runner, competitive athlete or simply someone who enjoys staying active, your body can become tight, tired and overloaded.
Sports massage can be a useful part of your wider health, fitness and recovery routine.
At Core Physiotherapy, we take a personalised approach to sports massage. Rather than simply treating the area that feels tight, we'll consider your movement, activity levels, training demands and goals to understand what your body needs.
Your treatment may combine hands-on massage techniques, mobility work, stretching, exercise advice and practical recovery strategies.
Whether you're preparing for an event, recovering after training or dealing with persistent muscular tension, we'll tailor your treatment to you.
Sports Massage to Help You Move Better, Recover & Perform at Your Best
How Can Sports Massage Help?
More Than Just a Massage
Sports massage can be used as part of a wider approach to maintaining movement, managing muscular tension and supporting recovery.
Depending on your individual needs, treatment may help you:
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Reduce feelings of muscular tightness
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Improve mobility
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Reduce muscular tension
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Support recovery after exercise
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Prepare your body for activity
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Improve awareness of movement and muscle tension
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Manage areas of muscular discomfort
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Maintain flexibility
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Feel more comfortable during training
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Support your overall wellbeing
Sports massage isn't just for elite athletes. It can be adapted for anyone who exercises or simply feels that their muscles need some extra care.
Our Holistic Approach
Looking at the Whole Body
We don't believe in simply treating the area that feels tight.
Your muscles and joints work together, so we'll consider the bigger picture.
Your treatment may take into account:
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Pain when walking or standing
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Pain during running or exercise
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Ankle swelling
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Morning stiffness
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Heel pain
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Pain around the Achilles tendon
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Pain underneath or around the foot
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Reduced ankle movement
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A feeling of ankle instability
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Difficulty balancing
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Pain when climbing stairs
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Difficulty returning to sport
This allows us to tailor your treatment rather than using the same massage routine for everyone.
Hands On Sports Massage
Targeted Treatment for Your Body
Sports massage uses a range of hands-on techniques to address areas of muscular tension and discomfort.
Depending on your needs, treatment may include:
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Deep tissue massage
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Soft tissue techniques
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Muscle release techniques
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Trigger point techniques
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Myofascial techniques
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Stretching
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Mobility techniques
Treatment pressure and techniques will always be adapted to your body and your goals.
Sports massage should not simply be about making you endure a painful treatment. We'll work with you to find an appropriate level of pressure and treatment intensity.
Sports Massage for Recovery
Support Your Body After Training
Training places stress on your muscles and body.
Recovery is an important part of becoming stronger and maintaining your ability to train consistently.
Sports massage can form part of your recovery routine alongside:
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Sleep
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Hydration
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Nutrition
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Rest days
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Active recovery
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Strength and conditioning
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Appropriate training loads
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Mobility work
Your massage can be adapted depending on whether you're recovering from a normal training session, preparing for an event or managing ongoing muscular tightness.
Sports Massage & Physiotherapy
The Right Treatment for Your Needs
Sports massage and physiotherapy can work alongside each other, but they're not the same service.
Sports massage may be appropriate when your main goal is managing muscular tension, supporting recovery or maintaining mobility.
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Physiotherapy may be more appropriate when you're experiencing:
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Persistent pain
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An injury
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Reduced strength
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Significant loss of movement
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Repeated injuries
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Joint problems
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Tendon problems
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Difficulty returning to sport
If we're concerned that your symptoms require further assessment, we'll explain this and recommend the most appropriate next step.
What to Expect From Your Sports Massage
What is sports massage?
Sports massage is a form of hands-on soft tissue treatment designed around the needs of active people. It can be used to manage muscular tension, support recovery and maintain movement as part of a wider exercise and recovery routine.
Is sports massage only for athletes?
No. Sports massage can be suitable for anyone who exercises or experiences muscular tightness and tension. Your treatment can be adapted to your activity level and preferences.
Does sports massage have to hurt?
No. Although some techniques can feel intense, treatment should be appropriate for you. We'll adapt pressure and techniques according to your comfort, symptoms and goals.
How often should I have a sports massage?
Some people continue to experience a feeling of the ankle giving way after a previous sprain or injury.
Rehabilitation can focus on improving ankle strength, balance, coordination and control.
For athletes, exercises can be progressed towards jumping, landing, changing direction and other sport-specific movements.
Feel Better. Move Better. Keep Doing What You Love.
Give Your Body the Support It Deserves
Whether you're training for an event, recovering from a hard session or simply feeling tight and uncomfortable, sports massage can be a valuable part of your wider approach to looking after your body.
At Core Physiotherapy, we combine hands-on treatment, movement knowledge and a holistic understanding of the body to create sports massage that's tailored to you.