Sports Massage (SMT)

Sports Massage (SMT) is one of the most efficient therapies for releasing muscle tension and restoring balance to the musculo-skeletal system. Regular SMT helps athletes prevent injuries, which might otherwise be caused by overuse. A constant build-up of stress in the muscles from regular activity may lead to tension on joints, ligaments, tendons, as well as the muscles themselves.  Muscular imbalances often go undiagnosed until they are serious enough to cause discomfort or encumber performance. By detecting variations in the soft tissues and by using the correct techniques, the Athlete can maintain a much healthier physical state.

It may therefore be claimed that SMT's greatest benefit is helping prevent injury.

SMT is used for the treatment of:

1. All chronic muscular aches & pains
2. Back ache
3. Hip problems
4. Sports injuries, sprains and strains 
5. Knee & ankle problems
6. Sore neck & shoulders
7. Headaches

8.Insommnia 

The Benefits of SMT

1. Promotes relaxation
2. Calms the peripheral nerves
3. Relieves stress and tension, factors which are known to hinder healing
4. Increases flexibility
5. Prevents injury
6. Accelerates recovery from injury/training
7. Restores muscle balance
8. Increases lymphatic flow reducing pain, swelling and inflammation and therefore speeding up the   body's own healing process.

9. Promotes sleep and well-being 

Long-term effects are:

1. Overall relief of stress
2. Balance of the muscles and joints, leading to a better state of health
3. Reduced stress related disorders such as migraines, frozen shoulders, nervous exhaustion, headaches,  aches and pains related to stress. 
4. Greater flexibility within the joints of the body
5. Improved general circulation
6. Greater resistance to further injuries of the same area
7. Breaking down of scar tissue, restoring elasticity to the joints