Brian Porter MHFST

Sports Therapist

Remedial Massage

What Remedial Massage can treat:

Backache and Sciatica

Muscle soreness and tension, perhaps caused by regular and prolonged use of computers, or over training.

Joint pain - as this may be caused by tense muscles.

Tendonitis - such as Achilles tendon pain, Tennis Elbow, Golfers Elbow, Bursitis, Plantar Fasciitis (Heel Spur).

Muscle Strains.

Sprains - perhaps to wrist or ankle.

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome.

Frozen Shoulders.

Muscles that are required to perform repeatedly may respond by tightening and shortening. Activities may include hill walking; most sports, whether competitive or recreational; working in one position for long periods, e.g. at a computer; painting and decorating; gardening.

Mental or emotional stress can have the same effect, often to the shoulders, lower back or buttocks.

Muscles may become damaged by a sudden, unexpected movement - bending, slipping or overstretching. Even a slight muscle tear can cause the muscle to tighten to protect the damaged area. This leads to more discomfort and restricted movement. 

After initial treatment of the injury, remedial massage can help the muscle, tendon or ligament to heal more quickly, prevent to build up of scar tissue and restore movement.

Scar tissue forms around the site of damaged or overworked muscles. The healing muscle fibres bind together and form scar tissue which feels like a knot of muscle and prevents free movement. This can cause additional strain on joints, casing more pain.

My first objective is to identify the cause of the problem. By massaging around the whole area I can start to identify the areas of tension and pain.

As the area warms and stretches it begins to loosen so I can work deeper, focusing on the area, stretching and breaking up the "knotted" or "stuck" tissue.

I use a variety of techniques appropriate to the individual:

• Trigger Point massage to relax tense areas.

• Soft Tissue Release to stretch out shortened muscle fibres.

• Connective tissue massage to ensure free movement between different types of tissue.

• Passive stretching techniques to increase range of movement.

• Neuromuscular techniques to promote deep relaxation.

Brian Porter MHFST
Sports Therapist
Tel: 01772 679632
FAX: 07759 829513
Internet: brianporter@btinternet.com

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Last modified: October 07, 2002