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What is included in a sports massage?
Sports massage involves a wide range of techniques that include effleurage, kneading, wringing, hacking and trigger pointing. A sports massage is used for general relaxation of the muscular skeletal system as well as being directed towards any problem areas.
What is the difference between Level 3 and Level 4 sports massage?
A Level 4 Sports Massage course teaches more advanced skills and techniques than a Level 3 course, meaning that therapists can perform treatments such as soft tissue release, muscle energy techniques, trigger points, and more, which help to provide quicker results than Level 3 techniques.
Should a sports massage hurt?
The discomfort you feel during and after a massage is completely normal and, on the whole, it means it is working. But a sports massage should never cause you so much pain that you feel the need to tense up in order to bear it. If your muscles are tense then they won’t be getting much of a benefit from the massage.
Who is sports massage suitable for?
Amateur and professional athletes alike use sports massage to help them recover from injuries or intensive training, reduce pain and prevent further damage – as well as to warm up, cool down or relax before or after exercise. Sports massage can help even if you don’t exercise regularly.
Are sports massages worth it?
It helps with injury prevention and recovery, but also with the wellbeing of the athlete. It alleviates the symptoms of stress and anxiety. One study even found that a partial sports massage resulted in positive hemodynamic changes in the body, including lower blood pressure and a reduced heart rate.
How long does it take to qualify in sports massage?
between 1-3 years
Getting clinical about sports massage therapy These programmes are more often delivered by academic institutes like colleges and universities and will take anywhere between 1-3 years to complete (maybe longer if studying part-time).
How often should I get a sports massage?
For an athlete training for a specific competition, a sports massage is needed on a weekly or twice-monthly basis. However, if you sit on a computer all day and want to relax your muscles, you may need a massage occasionally or once monthly to reduce the tension.
How long should a sports massage last?
A typical sports maintenance massage can last from between 30 minutes to an hour and is a very helpful regular addition to a training propgramme, particularly if you’re training for an endurance event, such as a half or full marathon.
How often should I get sports massage?
Receiving sports massage once every week should produce huge benefits. This may not be realistic for some athletes, yet less regular massage (every 4 weeks) can still bring about great results. Below I’ve outlined a number of factors that may help you to decide the best massage schedule for you.
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Why do sports massages hurt so much?
A good sports massage is basically like a workout for the body as your muscles are being manipulated in ways that they might not be used to, and the increased rush of blood to the muscles and the toxins being flushed out can be causes of the pain you feel the next day.
When should you not get a sports massage?
Contraindications are conditions when you should not be massaged. The most common condition among athletes is that of an acute injury or inflammation. Usually, the first 72 hours after an injury is the acute stage.
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