Clinical Massage and Sports Therapy

What is Sports Therapy?

Sports Therapy is a type of clinical care that specifically focuses on the prevention of sports-related injuries and rehabilitation of patients back to optimum levels of functional, occupational and sports specific fitness.

 Sports therapy modalities should be tailored to meet the needs of each individual. In some cases, a combination of spa, massage and reflexology treatments may be necessary for full recovery.

What is a Sports Massage Therapist?

A Sports Massage Therapist is a massage practitioner who:

• Has the training and ability to provide massage, first aid and attend to injuries in a recreational, training and competitive environment.
• Has the training and ability to assess and, where appropriate, refer on for specialist advice and intervention.
• Has the ability to provide sports massage pre-event, inter-event and post-event activity.
• Can plan and implement appropriate massage and rehabilitation programs.
• Utilize sports and exercise principles to optimize preparation and injury prevention programs.

       

       

  
   

  
   

  
   

  
    

   
    

  
    

  
    

  
    

 

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Healthy Living Through Massage, Facial Make-Up and Nail Enhancement

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The success of a great massage lies in relaxing the body, mind and spirit. All you need to give a good massage is several basic massage therapy techniques. When using any form of massage it is important to remember a few golden rules. First, always use the maxim if it doesn’t feel right, don’t do it. Encourage plenty of feedback from your client; ask them if the pressure feels comfortable. Secondly, always make sure that you avoid working directly on any joint or bony prominences. This includes the spine and the shoulder joint area. Thirdly, there are a few conditions when techniques of massage should not be used (we refer to these as contraindications). These include any open wound, broken or inflamed skin, any infectious disease or skin condition, if they have a fever, if there are any recent injuries or surgeries. There are some conditions that can be treated by massage therapy techniques but a qualified practitioner should be sought.

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