Localised treatment involving remedial bodywork techniques to relieve pre and post-event muscular tension, trauma and injuries. Its objective is to deal with specific problems and injuries, where the practitioner will perform diagnostic tests to determine the problem.
This treatment targets particular pain and discomfort that other forms of massage might not be able to address. Electrotherapy may be used to aid in the healing process if there is an injury present. This treatment may include advice on useful home rehabilitation exercises and how to improve technique and posture when exercising and doing everyday tasks. This will help to improve the recovery of the client’s problem and help to prevent any further problems.
Types of Sports Therapy Include:
- Sports Massage
- Remedial Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
Sports Therapists train thoroughly and have a deeper understanding of the human body, especially when it comes to diagnosing, treating and rehabilitating injuries. They can also treat many injuries which have not happened on the sports field. They can effectively treat:
- Back pain
- Neck pain
- Trapped nerves
- Runners Knee
- Tennis elbow
- Golfer’s elbow
- Tendonitis
- Hamstring injuries
- Groin and knee strains
- Ankle injuries
- Muscle tears
- Rib upper back strain
- Calf strains
- Achilles injuries
Sports Therapists are experts in dealing with and treating musculoskeletal disorders and injuries. Whether you’re experiencing long-term discomfort or suffering from a more acute injury, sports therapists can offer a wide range of treatment approaches aimed at getting relief and back to your chosen sports or activities.