Sports Massage in Colchester, Essex
Colchester Physiotherapy & Sports Injury Clinic offer trusted and effective sports massage in Colchester. If you are looking to relieve muscle tension and relax musculature, sports massage is a great way to supplement recovery from exercise as well as maintain muscular health.
Sports massage can be used throughout varying stages, from pre-performance through to training and rehabilitation. Book with one of our designated sports massage therapists to help with your recovery.
Techniques include:
Effleurage - Improving lymph flow and circulation
Petrissage - Kneading to help relax the muscles
Deep Tissue Massage - Reduces resistance and relaxes muscles
Trigger Points - Sustained pressure to tension points to treat muscle fibres
Post Massage Exercises and Advice - To maintain and support soft tissue following your sports massage
Deep Tissue Massage in Colchester
Our experienced sport massage therapists offer deep tissue massage in Colchester to aid you in your recovery. Deep tissue massage is a specialised technique that focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. This helps to reduce resistance and induce relaxation of your muscles.
What to Expect From an Appointment:
Discussion: Your Sports Massage Therapist will first talk with you to understand your issues and current ailments.
Assessment: After the initial discussion, your Sports Massage Therapist will provide an analysis and advise which techniques will be beneficial.
Hands on Treatment: Your Sports Massage Therapist will provide suitable hands on treatment to aid your recovery. This may include stretches, pressure points and massaging.
Home Exercise Programme: Following your appointment, your Sports Massage Therapist if needed will provide you with advice on exercises for muscle groups which compliment your treatment. This will help to maintain and progress your muscle recovery.

Meet Your Sports Massage Therapist - Kath Birks
Kath has over 13 years experience as a massage therapist and is VTCT qualified. Initially she was trained in Swedish Massage before completing further courses in Sports and Remedial Massage.
During her time as a sports massage therapist she has assisted a large and diverse clientele including sports people, physios and the general public who enjoy being active and are in need of a sports massage.

FAQ's
What conditions can be treated by a sports massage?
Sports massage works on soft tissue (muscle, ligaments tendons, connective soft tissue) and helps with injury prevention, recovery and performance.
Sports massage, like any massage, also has psychological benefits promoting a feeling of relaxation and well being.
Does a sports massage hurt?
The pressure of a sports massage can be quite firm and whilst it may cause discomfort it should never be too painful.
It is important to communicate with your therapist so that the correct pressure can be found for you.
Remember that everyone is an individual and we all experience pain differently.
Would a sports massage treatment be right for me?
You do not have to be a sports person to benefit from soft tissue therapy and sports massage.
Anyone engaging in physical activity or experiencing muscle tension and discomfort can benefit from sports massage.
It can help with everyday aches and pains, whether it is from sitting at a desk for too long or a weekend of gardening.
How does a sports massage compliment other treatments?
Sports massage helps to relieve the tension in muscles, reducing pain and stiffness and improving range of motion thus assisting the effectiveness of physiotherapy.
The combination of physiotherapy with sports massage can optimise rehabilitation outcomes and prevent future injuries..
Can I exercise after a sports massage?
It is advisable to wait 24 hours after treatment before doing any strenuous exercise.
Exercising too soon after a session of sports massage can increase muscle soreness and compromise the benefits of the treatment.
Light exercise such as walking or swimming is okay.
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MEET THE TEAM

Craig Fowlie
Senior Physiotherapist with a Masters Degree in
Sports & Exercise Medicine

Jane Marr
Senior Physiotherapist with a Masters Degree in
Neuromusculoskeletal Physiotherapy

Amy Eade
Senior Physiotherapist
Cancer Care Specialist

Kath Birks
Sports Massage Therapist

Carl Green
Senior Physiotherapist
Specialist Musculoskeletal