Sports massage is a goal-oriented form of massage therapy designed to support the performance, recovery, and injury prevention needs of athletes and physically active individuals. Techniques may vary significantly depending on the context: pre-event massage focuses on stimulating circulation and preparing tissue for activity; post-event work emphasizes recovery, flushing of metabolic waste, and reduction of soreness; and maintenance massage between training periods addresses accumulated tension, imbalances, and areas of chronic tightness. Sports massage practitioners draw on techniques from Swedish massage, deep tissue work, stretching, and neuromuscular therapy, adapted to the demands of specific sports and the individual athlete's body. Despite its association with competitive athletics, sports massage is appropriate and beneficial for anyone engaged in regular physical activity, from recreational runners to manual laborers.
4 verified therapists offering Sports
Wexford · 2 yrs
I specialize in helping people to relieve chronic pain. Whether that's been a life long build up, after injuries, or after surgeries. I am also certified in prenatal, …
Regent Square · 2 yrs
Regent Square · 8 yrs
Eryk's massage style has been described as intuitive, with moderate to deep pressure. They weave modalities as needed for each person; their baseline is Swedish with myofascial and …
Fox Chapel, Lawrenceville · 3 yrs
Hello, My name is Dallas Wright and my massage therapy practice is called Body Alignment Maintenance (B.A.M.!). I am located in Allison Park (Fox Chapel and Hampton area) …