Frequently Asked Questions about Sports Massage

Sports massage originated with techniques that are specifically geared towards athletes and individuals who engage in regular physical activity. Your therapist is skilled at assessing you and making a plan to address 'imbalances' between the left and right side of the body. Regular massage techniques that are more focused on relaxation and stress relief are included as they help to warm up muscles and improve blood flow. But sports massage also involves the use of deep tissue techniques, soft tissue release and proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF stretches). It focuses on preventing and treating injuries, improving performance, and aiding in recovery.

Of course! Your therapist can treat people with all types of muscle dysfunction and pain. Some clients describe their muscle tightness as 'knots' and can be from inactivity, repetitive strain. desk working or sudden activity when you are not normally accustomed to it. In fact, as both a Massage Therapist and Coach you can get advice on how to improve your posture and strength to reduce risk of injury and manage your symptoms as well and your massage during the one appointment.

The benefits of sports massage therapy include improved performance, reduced risk of injury, faster recovery, better sleep, increased flexibility, improved circulation, and reduced muscle soreness. 

Contact your therapist early. In the first few days your injury will be in the bleeding phase and although it is not advised to massage the injured area at this point  we can advise on injury management and rehabilitation and provide supportive taping to help you gently mobilise. Additionally non-injured muscle tissue can be massaged.

If you have new onset lower back pain please read the lower back pain information file in the download section of the Form page.

You will need to wear clothes that you are comfortable to be assessed in and which permit the therapist to see muscle definition whilst standing or sitting on the edge of the couch. Loose shorts are ideal and a sports bra or normal bra as required.

Wear something warm over the top to keep your muscles toasty on the way home.

Bring your form if you have not returned it online. 

Any medications you would normally carry with you.

Bring your gift voucher if you have one.

We will offer you a drink but it is wise to drink extra during the rest of the day. 

Completing a consent form ahead of your appointment will alert your therapist to any medical concerns as there are some conditions that are outside a sports massage remit and some conditions where sports massage is not advised.  If you have a medical condition your therapist may ask you check with your Consultant whether deep tissue massage is advisable.  

If you are unwell please wait 48 hours after the last symptoms. If you have a cold you can attend as long as you are not coughing and sneezing and do not have a raised temperature. You are welcome to wear a mask.  Your therapist has masks available on request. 

If you have new worrying symptoms and need urgent medical advice please click here for the NHS111 website.

• First appointments: £45/hr
• Subsequent appointments £40/hr 
• Refer a friend:£5 off.  
• Bring a friend: 60 for 2 hours.  

Why not ask for a voucher towards your next massage for a special occasion?

Yes, as a Level 4 Therapist registered with the Sports Massage Association  check with your insurance company then book in, pay online, attend and ask for a receipt for your appointment. 

Your therapist is available for corporate events and has supported danceathons and sporting occasions. Fees will include travel and set up time.  Generally, home visits are not undertaken as we cannot be sure to provide a safe working environment. 

If you need to cancel within 48 hours you can rebook and your payment will be kept for the new appointment. Alternatively, you can nominate a friend to attend in your vacant slot and your payment will cover their session.  You can otherwise request a gift voucher towards a future session to be taken within 12 months. This policy is in place due to the number of clients who have booked and then cancelled at short notice. This makes it harder for others to book in when they need to. Thank you for your understanding. Cancelling cannot be helped, sometimes.  There is no charge if you cancel up to 48 hours in advance. 

You are welcome to bring a friend or 'chaperone'. There is a comfortable area to sit where they can watch.  

All 'Under 16s' must be accompanied and an adult must countersign their consent.

There is often another adult in the venue.

There are still some enquiries from people not understanding that Sports Massage is a reputable qualification. Privacy and dignity are an important part of ensuring your confidence in our profession. 

Retune Massage subscribes to 'Respect Massage' 

This Professional Service will report abusive or unsavoury requests and turn down enquiries which make the therapist feel uncomfortable.  

Your therapist has DBS certification. 

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