Benefits of Sports Massage

Increasing numbers of people are getting sports massage at our clinic in the Aldershot Garrison Sports Centre – so why are they so great?

Sports massage can reduce pain.

Training, competition, scar tissue and even computer work can lead to muscle soreness and muscle tighness; sports massage can ease the associated discomfort. At Optimum Performance we can provide massage which can reduce the tension of tight muscles, the increassed blood flow can also can help prevent fatigue. Massage releases endorphins which can combat feelings of pain, promote relaxation and well-being.

Sports massage can promote flexibility and mobility.

In order to have good and efficient technique you need to be flexible and and mobile; however training loads, lack of stretching, injury and imbalances can all have a negative impact upon your flexibilty. Sports injury professionals at our Aldershot Clinic provide sports massage which can help to keep you loose, limber and able to perform at you best.

Sports massage can aid circulation and recovery.

Massage causes increased blood flow and circulation which can soften muscles, help the recovery process, move oxygen and nutrients into the muscles and waste products out of the muscles.

So if you are training for an event such as the marathon, triathlon or a team sport all of these benefits could add up to improved performance and reduced risk of injury.

It is easy to pop into one of our clinics in Aldershot or Camberley and we have flexible time slots to suit you.

Contact us on 01276 684965 to make and appointment or for more information.

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