Massage therapy for competitive athletes

The Deep Tissue massage is a manual therapy usually performed without oil. The client can keep his underwear or not, he is lying on a massage table and covered with a sheet.

This type of massage is essentially therapeutic. The movements are performed very slowly and with a certain intensity in order to release the deepest tensions. Not to be confused with a Swedish high pressure massage, There is no slippage on the tissues. Rather, they are stretched to loosen the adhesions between the different layers of muscles and fascia, which are the cause of pain and mobility restrictions.

The fact of working without oil or with a little balm, combined with the frequent use of the forearms and elbows, allows a better muscular torsion and the attack of the deepest tissues. Everything is done with respect and listening to the tissues to stay within the limits of what the patient can receive.

The Deep Tissue massage is Ideal for athletes and people suffering from chronic pain related to work, to the practice of activities, to an injury or to bad postures.

The Traditional Thai massage or Thai Yoga massage is performed on a padded floor mat and on the clothes, no oil is used. The client wears loose and comfortable clothes.

Working with his whole body, his feet, his hands, his elbows, etc., the massage therapist applies pressure, stretches and mobilizes the body to release tension, promote flexibility, circulation and particularly mobility of the joints, without the customer does not have to make any effort.

Contrary to what some might imagine, Thai massage is not exactly a torture session, it is done with respect for what the client may receive.

Thai massage is ideal for athletes and people suffering from chronic pain related to work, to the practice of activities, to an injury or to bad postures.

It is a vigorous, energetic and in-depth massage that will be done according to your sports practice. It aims to release specific muscle tension and prepare for physical activity. It will also be used in post-training or competition recovery. It's a nice mix of Swedish, physiotherapy, trigger points, drainages, pumping, stretching ...

Do I have to be a great athlete or a professional to benefit from a sports massage? No ! Anyone practicing a regular sporting activity can benefit from it. By informing the therapist about your type of sport, its intensity and frequency, he will be able to help you preserve your mobility, your flexibility and relieve your musculoskeletal pain related to your training.

It's called movement therapy. Integrated into Swedish massage, its various mobilizations, whether active or passive, aim to help you regain better mobility. Everything is done gently using your breathing rate. After an assessment of the condition of your muscles and joints, she can find specific areas to work on as needed.

Who is it good for? All those who endure one or more joint or muscle pain on a daily basis.

It will always be accompanied by exercises and stretches to be done after the treatment to help you maintain your skills or improve you.