Sports massage earns its name from targeting injuries that are specific to sports, whereas deep tissue massage is more specifically focused on chronic muscle tension and stress reduction. Knowing when to apply which technique is important for getting the best results.
Sports massage is a form of massage involving the manipulation of soft tissue to benefit a person engaged in regular physical activity. Sports massage is designed to assist in correcting problems and imbalances in soft tissue that are caused from repetitive and strenuous physical activity and trauma.
The benefits are:
💥increased range of motion.
💥decreased injury potential.
💥increased circulation.
💥increased cellular metabolism.
💥Increased flexibility.
💥Increased sense of well-being.
💥Decreased muscle tension.
💥Decreased neurological excitability (nerves more relaxed)
💥Decreased muscle spasms
💥Better sleep
Massage has so many wonderful benefits and this list must be making you wonder when lockdown will be done so you can see your favorite therapist or find a great therapist!☺️👍
To find a Allied Health registered therapeutic massage therapist near you with the knowledge and experience to know when you need a sports massage or a deep tissue massage, to really assess where you body is at, to listen to your injury experience and history then go to our website to find a therapist near you
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