Deep Tissue & Sports Massage Therapy in Dubai

Common Conditions Treated by Sports Massage Therapy

Take a look at some of the common conditions that sports massage therapy can help to treat:

• Calf Strain
• Shin Splints
• Ankle Sprain
• Achilles Tendonitis
• Jumper’s Knee
• Hamstring Strain
• Thigh Strain
• Groin Strain
• Tennis Elbow

Techniques of Sports Massage Therapy

A variety of techniques are employed by sports massage therapists, depending on the nature of the injury/condition and the requirements of the athlete. Some of the common techniques used by them include:

Effleurage

A massage therapist uses the palm of their hands to lightly stroke the impacted part, as per this technique. The direction of the stroke is towards the heart. It improves blood flow.

Petrissage

In this technique, the therapist employs a kneading massage movement to compress the muscle. They use the padded palmar surface of their hand, apart from finger and thumbs, for this massage.

Tapotement

This technique is generally adopted in the case of pre-event massages (for the preparation of the game/event). Muscles are stimulated by hacking and cupping.

Vibration

As the name suggests, a shaking and vibration effect is created onto the muscles. It serves the purpose of soothing and relaxing the muscles.

Friction

This technique is suitable for athletes who have suffered from an injury. It quickens the healing process as deep muscle tissues are penetrated by friction movements. Some therapists combine this technique with Effleurage for the purpose of warming up the affected muscles.

Deep Tissue Massage Therapy

Deep Tissue Massage Therapy is used for intense pain caused by sports injuries or accidents. It targets connective tissues and deeper layers of muscles. It also aids healing.

In some cases, sports massage therapists can use a combination of these techniques taking into account the condition of the athlete.

Benefits of Sports Massage

Relaxing and Soothe the Body

Sports massage therapy can help to relax and soothe the body. It does so by activating the parasympathetic system. When the body is relaxed, it can help to improve the performance of the athlete.

Helps to Provide Relief from Stress

Another key benefit of sports massage is that it can help to de-stress the body. The ill-effects of stress are known to one and all. Stress hampers their performance on the field, apart from impacting one’s quality of life. With the help of massage therapy, stress hormones produced in the body reduces.

Improved Blood Flow

Massage therapy helps to improve blood flow in the body. As it assists in relaxing muscles, blood supply gets increased. This, in turn, allows the vital nutrients to reach different parts of the body.

Tackles Blood Pressure Issue

Since massage therapy helps to lower stress and tension, it can tackle the blood pressure issue. Also, it improves the performance of the vascular system. This is another added benefit that keeps the patient protected against blood pressure issues.

Lowers Muscle Soreness

Getting muscle soreness is not uncommon, particularly if you are working out for the first time or have played sports after a gap. In this case, the individual experiences delayed onset of muscle soreness – DOMS. Sports massage therapy can help to deal with this issue. As part of the therapy, muscle tissue will get relaxed and the pain will be alleviated.

Increased Activity of the Lymph System

With massage therapy, lymph system activity is increased. Not many people know about this but the lymph system is quite important for our well-being. If there’s no lymph system, our body will swell up. The purpose of this system is to collect excess fluid and return it to the blood. Also, it enables the body to fight the symptoms of many diseases.

Quick Healing

One of the major benefits of sports massage is that it aids quick healing. Therefore, you can be back on the field, performing to the best of your abilities in no time.

Best Deep Tissue Massage Therapy in Dubai

Anatomy Rehab, a renowned name for physiotherapy in Dubai, offers a comprehensive set of services including sports massage therapy. Whether you have suffered from an injury or want to improve your performance, you can book an appointment with us and get professional sports massage therapy.

At our most exclusive sports massage therapy facility, you will find the services of professionally trained and experienced therapists. Having expertise in different techniques of sports massage therapy, they can help to eliminate muscle soreness, stiffness and tackle various other issues while improving blood flow and muscle flexibility.

Frequently Asked Questions about Sports Massage Therapy

Who Can Get a Sports Massage?

You don’t have to be a professional athlete to get a sports massage. Any person, regardless of their profession and gender, can get it and obtain its abundant benefits. Apart from relaxing and soothing the body, it can also offer psychological benefits, which can improve one’s life quality.

What is the Right Time to Get Sports Massage?

If you are a professional athlete, getting a sports massage thrice a week before a sports event can boost your performance. You can also get an inter-event sports massage during the break. Experts also recommend getting a post-event sports massage for quick recovery and healing.

What is the Best Technique for Sports Massage?

Each sports massage technique comes with its own sets of benefits. However, the selection of the right one for you depends on your profession, health condition and injury you have suffered. You need to consult a professional massage therapist to know about the right technique for you.

How do I make an appointment at an Anatomy Rehab Center?

To book an appointment or for advice about our services contact us at Anatomy Rehab Clinic DIFC branch, WhatsApp or Call us on 056409 8353
To book an appointment at Anatomy Rehab Clinic Palm branch you can WhatsApp or Call us on 055686 1886
Alternatively contact us via contact form or email: info@anatomyrehab.ae

What is Deep Tissue/Sports Massage?

Sports massage is a form of massage involving the manipulation and release of soft tissue to benefit a person engaged in regular physical activity. Our experts utilise various soft tissue release techniques and tools in order to relieve muscle tension, imbalances, improve joint range and muscle soreness.

Sports massage is designed to assist in correcting problems and imbalances in soft tissue that are caused from repetitive and strenuous physical activity and trauma. The application of sports massage, prior to and after exercise can enhance performance, aid recovery and prevent injury.

Deep tissue massage utilizes similar techniques as sports massage and focuses on deep the release and manipulation of connective fascia and muscle to relieve muscle tension, stress and pain. Deep tissue massage is suitable for all individuals whether active or inactive.

Our expert massage therapists at Anatomy Rehab are highly qualified in all deep tissue and sports massage techniques.

To book your massage therapy session call us on 056409 8353 today.

Why get a Deep Tissue/Sports Massage?

Sports massage and deep tissue massage can aid not only in injury and pain prevention but also to aid recovery and relieve aches and pains.

How does Deep Tissue/Sports Massage work?

Deep tissue and sports massage have numerous benefits to the body and mind:

• Flushing toxins and lactic acid from the body and muscles
• Improves lymphatic and blood circulation
• Helps relieve any built up muscle tension
• Helps relieve stress and mental tension
• Improves joint and muscle flexibility
• Aids recovery from DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness)

Do I need to bring anything with me for Deep Tissue/Sports Massage session?

Depending on the areas to be focused on we recommend you come dressed or bring along comfortable/sports clothing for your session.

If you have any recent relevant medical reports we also suggest you bring those along to the clinic at the time of your session and make your therapist aware.

What conditions is deep tissue/sports massage used for?

Common conditions treated with sports/deep tissue massage include:

• Back and Neck tightness
• Shin Splints
• Hamstring Strains
• Muscle strains
• DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness) from training
• Postural pain and stiffness

Will Deep Tissue/Sports Massage hurt?

Massage techniques used in deep tissue and sports massage will not hurt but may feel firm in order to get to the deep fascia and muscle layers. It is common and normal to feel sore for 48 hours post the massage and to also feel thirsty as your body works to metabolize the waste products removed from the tissues during the massage.

Your therapist will always adjust pressures used based on your feedback to ensure its not a painful experience.

Can I use my medical insurance for sports/deep tissue massage?

Some insurance providers will cover sports/deep tissue massage within the policy but this does vary from policy to policy. We always suggest checking with your policy provider before your session just in case a Doctors referral is required to get your sessions covered.

Physiotherapy is normally always covered by insurers but again sometimes the insurance provider will require a doctors referral for Physiotherapy prior to the session.