Fed up of muscle aches and tension?
Would you like to feel more relaxed?
Sports Massage can help.
Sports Massage can enhance your wellbeing through deep tissue release. Rest, recovery and self-care at it's best.
We understand how challenging it can be to get the help you need. But it doesn’t have to be that way!
Do you find yourself struggling with:
daily pain or discomfort?
holding stress or tension in your body and muscles?
headaches, shoulder pain or tired feeling muscles?
not feeling recovered from intense exercise?
Wouldn’t you rather have:
some time to yourself?
soothed and relaxed muscles?
reduced muscle soreness?
recovery from training programmes?
More about Sports Massage
Sports massage is a focused therapeutic technique aimed at boosting athletic performance, aiding recovery, and promoting overall well-being. Whether you're an athlete, a fitness enthusiast, or someone seeking relief from muscle tension, our Sports Massage services at Quay Kinetics Physio offer personalised benefits tailored to your requirements.
How Sports Massage Can Benefit You:
Enhanced Performance: Sports massage isn't solely for athletes; it can benefit anyone aiming for improved physical performance. By addressing muscle imbalances and increasing circulation, sports massage supports optimal performance in various activities, from sports to daily tasks.
Faster Recovery: Following intensive physical activity or injury, muscles often experience soreness and tightness. Sports massage boosts blood flow to muscles, which may reduce inflammation, eases discomfort, and expedites your return to regular activities.
Relaxation and Stress Relief: Sports massage doesn't only entail rigorous techniques; it also provides relaxation and stress relief. The massage prompts the release of endorphins, natural mood elevators and pain relievers, leaving you refreshed and at ease.
Flexibility and Range of Motion: Utilising methods like stretching and deep tissue work, sports massage may improve flexibility and expand your range of motion. This particularly benefits individuals aiming to maintain optimal joint health and mobility.
At Quay Kinetics Physio, our adept therapists personalise each sports massage session to your unique needs. Whether you're striving to enhance your athletic performance, recover from an injury, or simply unwind, our sports massage service offers a comprehensive approach to musculoskeletal well-being. Reserve a session today to experience the transformative effects of sports massage.
Don’t just take our word for it
Frequently Asked Questions
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They're closely related. Deep tissue massage is a general term for firm-pressure massage targeting deeper muscle layers. Sports massage uses deep tissue techniques but is more specifically focused on functional outcomes: reducing muscle tightness that's affecting performance, speeding recovery after training, and addressing specific areas of tension related to your activity. In practice, if you book a sports massage with us, you'll get a targeted, firm treatment focused on the areas that need it most rather than a full-body relaxation massage.
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It depends on your activity level and what you're trying to achieve. If you're training regularly (climbing, running, gym work), a session every 2 to 4 weeks can help manage muscle tension and support recovery. If you're preparing for a specific event or competition, more frequent sessions in the lead-up can be beneficial. For general stress and tension relief, monthly sessions work well for most people. We'll advise you on the right frequency based on your situation rather than pushing unnecessary appointments.
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Yes, and most of our sports massage clients aren't athletes. The name is slightly misleading. Sports massage is effective for anyone dealing with muscle tension, whether that's from desk work, physical labour, stress, or general everyday activity. If you carry tension in your shoulders from sitting at a computer, get tight calves from walking, or just want an hour of focused deep tissue work to feel better, sports massage is for you.
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There are some contraindications where sports massage should be avoided or modified. These include open wounds, skin infections, bruising within 72 hours, acute injuries in the first 48 to 72 hours, deep vein thrombosis (DVT), haemophilia or blood-thinning medication, and active tumours or cancer treatment. If you're pregnant, have a heart condition, or are on blood thinners, please let us know before booking so we can advise whether sports massage is appropriate for you or if modifications are needed.
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It can be uncomfortable in areas of significant tension, but it shouldn't be painful in a way that makes you tense up or hold your breath. Effective deep tissue work involves firm pressure, and you may feel tenderness over tight spots, but this should feel like a "good hurt" that you can breathe through. We'll always check in with you about pressure and adjust accordingly. If you prefer lighter pressure, that's absolutely fine and can still be very effective.
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Drink plenty of water, avoid intense exercise for 24 hours, and don't be surprised if you feel slightly sore the next day, particularly if it was your first session or we worked on areas with significant tension. This is completely normal and usually settles within 24 to 48 hours. Gentle movement like walking or light stretching is fine and can actually help. Avoid alcohol for the rest of the day if possible, as massage increases circulation and can amplify its effects.
If you’re ready to feel:
more relaxed,
less muscle tension,
more energised