On your first visit

We will be looking for the following:

• Patterns of misuse
• Postural imbalances
• Shortened postural muscles
• Unextended muscles
• Problems in specific muscles, and other soft tissues, tender points and areas of persistent tightness
• Restriction in joint movement
• Dysfunctional patterns in coordination, balance, respiration

Client Assessment

We aim to:

• Take a case history appropriate to the needs of your own treatment plan
• Assess the client to identify any contraindicated conditions that should be referred
• Assess the condition of the soft tissues for injury and/or damage
• Carry out postural assessments to identify common postural tendancies
• Evaluate the range of movement in peripheral joints to identify soft tissue dysfunction
• Prepare a treatment programme which meets the specific needs of the client

Soft Tissue Manipulation

We aim to:

• Resolve problems caused by chronic muscle tension and spasm
• Restore normal length and release excessive muscle tension
• Release localised areas of muscle tension and scar tissue

Injury, Treatment and Rehabilitation

We aim to:

• Assess for acute and chronic soft tissue injuries
• Treat acute injuries
• Treat overuse injuries
• Provide advice on training, rehabilitation and prevention of soft tissue injuries

Special Cases

Clinical massage therapy can greatly assist in a variety of situations which present unique physical and mental challenges.

Clinical massage is especially beneficial for:

• People with learning difficulties
• Physically and/or mentally disabled people
• The elderly

Please feel free to discuss any of these other cases with your practitioner in complete confidence.

Support Your Fitness and Sports Program

Clinical massage will:

• Relieve tired and sore muscles
• Improve flexibility
• Relax tight muscles
• Speed up recovery
• Improve breathing patterns
• Minimize injuries
• Develop a body awareness

Combat the Negative Effects of Ageing

Clinical massage will:

• Enhance tissue elasticity and joint mobility/flexibility
• Improve blood and lymph circulation
• Promote healthy, vibrant skin
• Improve immmune system functioning
• Improve breathing patterns

Relieves the Effects of Stress

• Triggers the relaxation response
• Relaxes tense muscles
• Reduce anxiety levels
• Improve immune system functioning
• Restores a calm mind and feeling of well being
• Improves breathing patterns