Remedial Massage

All Modalities

Remedial Massage

At Body Moves remedial massage, under the umbrella of Physiotherapy, is used in conjunction with a range of other hands on treatment modalities to better facilitate your recovery. Remedial massage is a treatment that targets a specific source of muscular tension, pain or injury. A variety of techniques are used which may including deep tissue, trigger point therapy , muscle stretches, joint mobilisation and oedema or lymphatic drainage massage .

Sports Massage

Pre-event massage to help your body perform. Post-event treatment to help your muscles recover. A treatment plan can be tailored to your exercise, training or event goals.

Relaxation Massage

Therapeutic massage to help you unwind and encourage relaxation & general wellbeing. Recommended for stress and general muscle tension.

Pregnancy Massage

Massage during pregnancy is a great way to encourage relaxation for both mum-to-be and baby. An ideal gift!

Lymphatic Drainage Massage

Lymphatic drainage massage is a form of gentle massage that encourages the drainage of lymph nodes and the movement of lymph fluids through the body.

10 Physiological Reasons To Enjoy a Regular Massage

Number 1 – Massage Improves Your Blood Circulation.
Massage therapy mechanically assists Venous Blood Flow back to your heart, increasing the delivery of Oxygen & Nutrients to cells all over your body.
Number 2 – Massage Improves Your Lymphatic Circulation.
Lymphatic circulation depends entirely on pressure, primarily from muscle contraction but can also be increased by manual pressure applied during massage. An improvement in lymph circulation assists the removal of any local swelling
Number 3 – Massage Relieves Muscle Tension.
A regular massage will relieve you of muscular restrictions, tightness and spasms leaving you with supple & more resilient muscle tissue.
Number 4 – Massage decreases Beta Wave Activity.
Increases of Alpha & Delta Wave Activity. Massage Therapy gives you a natural high!
Number 5 – Massage Reduces Muscle Soreness and Fatigue.
An increase in blood circulation results in a more rapid removal of post exercise waste products in muscles, making recovery time considerably shorter.
Number 6 – Massage Decreases Pain.
Massage produces a natural analgesic response within the brain releasing endorphins such as endogenous morphine.
Number 7 – Massage Reduces Trigger Point Formation.
Most commonly referred to as “Knots”, a regular massage will decreases the formation of these painful little (or big) lumps and bumps in your muscles.
Number 8 – Massage Increases Range of Movement & Flexibility.
When Muscular Tension decreases, R.O.M. and Flexibility is improved as a direct result.
Number 9 –Massage Improves Sleep / Relieves Insomnia.
Research shows that most people report a deeper and easier sleep after receiving a Massage.
Number 10 – Massage Manually Separates Muscle Fibres.
Compression & Cross Friction massage strokes separate muscle fibres decreasing muscle spasms and stiffness.

Process of Working Together

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Initial Assessment and Treatment

Your first session would include an initial assessment as well as treatment on the day, advice, goal setting and exercise prescription as indicated.

Ongoing Treatment Plan

Our specialist Physios would work together with you to create the best treatment plan based on their assessments as well as your goals and needs. We regularly update your treatment plan and progress your healing journey.

All Modalities

Whether it is through Physiotherapy, Functional Training, Yoga, or any of our other modalities, our therapists will work together with you to help manage or alleviate pain, assist you in your return to sport or work, manage activities of daily living with greater ease, or simply enjoy the benefits of being fitter, stronger and more flexible.