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Therapeutic Massage for Athletes
Whether performing on a field with your teammates, reaching peak performance in a Power Yoga class, rehearsing dance steps in front of the mirror or running down a country road, participating in sports can be exhilarating and rewarding. Be it for the love of health, a drive to compete or simply to finish a distance race, anyone who is active in sports strives to care for their body. Many people seek the adjunct care of Therapeutic Massage regularly to help them perform their best and reach their personal goals.
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When vigorous exercise leaves your muscles fatigued, stiff and sore Therapeutic Massage after a strenuous workout can help. Massage stretches and lengthens shortened muscles and reduces muscle spasm. The kneading of muscle tissue improves circulation, which can speed the removal of muscle waste products that make you sore, and brings oxygen and nutrients to regenerate and rejuvenate your body. A deep muscle massage can work out aches and calm the adrenaline and nerves, relaxing the mind and promoting a restful sleepÑ allowing time for your body to heal and rest efficiently.
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Many athletes rely on Therapeutic Massage as part of there health maintenance routine. This is in part because muscular tension can impair performance and even lead to injury when left untreated. Assisted stretching, muscular lengthening, trigger point release and other integrated massage techniques can loosen areas of tension before they become chronic. Your highly trained Therapeutic Massage Therapist can assist you with identifying related muscle groups, which display imbalance due to hypertonicity, muscle over-development, repetitive use or chronic tightness. Working therapeutically can assist in relieving tension, decrease pain patterns, assist with alignment and help your muscular system to work more efficiently. Therapeutic Massage is also a great way to relax and take time to notice areas in your body that are tight and painful. Developing an awareness of how your body feels and moves can help you adjust or adapt your fitness routine to avoid injury and pay attention to areas that require attention.
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Massage for sports injuries
An injury to anyone who loves to be active is more than just pain and frustration. When your sport is your passion it can be devastating. A variety of massage techniques can help with injuries. Common injuries assisted with Therapeutic Massage are muscle strains, tendinitis, ligament strains, overuse injuries, repetitive strain syndromes and muscle spasm. Massage increases circulation, aiding in the reduction of swelling and increasing nutrients to assist healing.
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In addition, your body can repair injuries with scar tissue consisting of tightly matted fibers of collagen. Proper massage techniques can limit scar tissue formation in new injuries and can reduce or make more pliable scar tissue around old injuries. You will be able to move freer with less pain and more range of motion.
Whether performing on a field with your teammates, reaching peak performance in a Power Yoga class, rehearsing dance steps in front of the mirror or running down a country road, participating in sports can be exhilarating and rewarding. Be it for the love of health, a drive to compete or simply to finish a distance race, anyone who is active in sports strives to care for their body. Many people seek the adjunct care of Therapeutic Massage regularly to help them perform their best and reach their personal goals.
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When vigorous exercise leaves your muscles fatigued, stiff and sore Therapeutic Massage after a strenuous workout can help. Massage stretches and lengthens shortened muscles and reduces muscle spasm. The kneading of muscle tissue improves circulation, which can speed the removal of muscle waste products that make you sore, and brings oxygen and nutrients to regenerate and rejuvenate your body. A deep muscle massage can work out aches and calm the adrenaline and nerves, relaxing the mind and promoting a restful sleepÑ allowing time for your body to heal and rest efficiently.
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Many athletes rely on Therapeutic Massage as part of there health maintenance routine. This is in part because muscular tension can impair performance and even lead to injury when left untreated. Assisted stretching, muscular lengthening, trigger point release and other integrated massage techniques can loosen areas of tension before they become chronic. Your highly trained Therapeutic Massage Therapist can assist you with identifying related muscle groups, which display imbalance due to hypertonicity, muscle over-development, repetitive use or chronic tightness. Working therapeutically can assist in relieving tension, decrease pain patterns, assist with alignment and help your muscular system to work more efficiently. Therapeutic Massage is also a great way to relax and take time to notice areas in your body that are tight and painful. Developing an awareness of how your body feels and moves can help you adjust or adapt your fitness routine to avoid injury and pay attention to areas that require attention.
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