There’s a common myth that you need to be an athlete to get a sports massage. This is not true, despite the term ‘sports massage’.
Getting your first sports massage can be daunting, especially if you don’t know what to expect. Attending any appointment for the first time can be nerve racking so we’re here to break down what happens when you book your sports massage at Moore Performance.
What to expect from us:
- A friendly welcome
- A listening ear
- A professional and clean environment
- Well trained and skilled staff
- Communication
- Specific and targeted treatment
- Usable and relevant advice
You’ve booked your appointment, now what happens…
Once you’ve secured your appointment, you can meet us at one of our three locations (St Ives, Godmanchester or Cambridge) specified on your confirmation email.
Upon arrival, you will be greeted by your therapist or our friendly customer service team who help to answer any questions or concerns you may have. Your therapist will come and get you and bring you into the treatment room to start your sports massage appointment.
In the Treatment Room
A friendly and bright welcome can be expected. Our aim is to make you as comfortable and relaxed as possible. All appointments start with an initial assessment which is a conversation about any past injuries, potential causes of aches, pains and discussions about your area of concern. If mobility testing or palpations (checking your area of discomfort) is required, this will be done before the massage. Once any testing and your initial assessment complete, your therapist will start treating your area of concern.
Your therapist will target your cause of discomfort and surrounding areas. You may be asked to remove any clothing or obstacles that will block your therapist’s work. With your consent, your therapist will get to work.
We do not treat the whole body in one session, meaning we take time to get to know you and your discomfort. Throughout the session, your therapist will communicate what they are doing, reasons behind their movements and check if you’re in too much discomfort and in the right area for relief.
Communication is a two-way street, so if you’re uncomfortable or have any questions, please speak to your therapist. We welcome any questions, chit chat or raised concerns.
Post Treatment
After treatment, you will be guided with after-care advice post massage. This may include self-soothing techniques to reduce any stiffness, exercises and stretches to perform or mobility work. These are designed to be done between your massage appointments to ease pain and strengthen muscles and the surrounding areas.
We ask how you feel the session went and ask for your feedback. This helps keep our therapists aware of your feeling and start prepping for your next appointment. We hope to achieve a feeling of relief from pain and discomfort that was built up before your session.
Can you exercise before or after a sports massage?
Yes, you are entitled to exercise pre or post massage. However, if you want to get the most out of your massage, exercise before your massage appointment.
What do I wear?
We recommend you wear clothing that can easily be removed in order to save time and get as much time as possible on the massage bed. You don’t want to be spending 10 minutes taking off your jacket, jumper and top when you could be having longer treatment time!
How many sessions do I need?
This will be discussed with your therapist. They will recommend the optimal number of sessions but this depends on your goals. It’s always a great idea to get a monthly sports massage to help mobility and everyday movement, however situations may require multiple sessions within a month. Ask your therapists for the best advice.
Will a sports massage help my injuries?
Yes. The purpose of sport massages is to manipulate the muscle and soft tissue in your body to encourage recovery.
Got any more questions? Give us a call or drop us an email to find out more.
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