Sports massage, in addition to appropriate treatment by a physician, is quite effective in dealing with almost any sports related injury or condition. Sports Massage regularly helps athletes with IT Band Syndrome, Plantar Fasciitis, Rotator Cuff injuries, Sprains and Strains, Muscle Tears, Knee Pain, Hip Pain, Low Back Pain, Tennis Elbow, Golfer's Elbow, Shin Splints, DOMS, Sciatica, and more. Sports massage is also great PREVENTIVE care.

People suffering for years from old auto accident injuries (whiplash, back pain, neck pain, disc problems, etc) have found neuromuscular massage helps eliminate their chronic nagging pain. The severe pain caused by new traumas as well as chronic pain responds well to the gentle kneading and stretching of massage.

People suffering for years from old injuries (i.e. auto accident, workplace injuries, sports injuries, etc) as well as new traumas, have found neuromuscular massage helps eliminate their chronic nagging pain. The severe pain caused by new traumas as well as chronic pain responds well to the gentle kneading and stretching of massage.

Professional and amateur athletes both find that massage can be a useful aid is achieving peak performance. Restoring full range of motion and relieving tightness both help athletes stay limber and balanced for peak performance. Additionally, an effective way to prevent injuries is to promote muscle flexibility as well as balanced motion.

Get energized and feel ready-to-go! We warm up and stretch your muscles before you take to the tennis court, swimming pool or an aerobic class. This massage will help decrease your chances of injury and improve recovery time.

Yes. The prominent cause of diminishing athletic ability with aging is due to years of microtrauma from maximum exertion coupled with the cumulative results of old unresolved injuries. When Sports Massage is used on a regular basis, the effects of these traumas are lessened. The effects of injuries are overcome. The muscle tissues and facia remain supple and pliable much longer. The musculoskeletal system keeps full range of motion.

Yes. Sports massage is proven to reduce recovery time, sometimes dramatically, by shortening the time it takes for injuries to heal, and makes the after effects "better". Sports Massage reduces the swelling and edema associated with soft tissue injuries. After a serious injury, Sports Massage helps form strong pliable scar tissue instead of the usual random stiff scar tissue, so that range of motion and tissue extensibility are maintained.

Yes. Although sports injuries to the low back are much less common than neck injuries, they still happen. They are most common in the young athlete. Most back injuries are sprains or strains. These can be treated with rest, instruction in proper body mechanics and over the counter analgesics. Appropriate exercises will speed recovery once the pain is gone. In young people a spondylolysis can occur. This is presumed to be due to a type of stress fracture to the back of one of the vertebral bones.

Yes. Massage can help to lessen or eliminate pain stemming from a wide range of medical conditions fibromyalgia, lupus, myofascial pain syndrome, sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, tmj pain, migraines, and others. At San Antonio Sports Massage several methods for pain relief and injury management such as Neuromuscular Therapy(NMT) and Myofascial Release (MFR) are used.

Sports massage can accelerate the healing process, increase range of motion, reduce adhesions, and reduce swelling, bruising and pain. Areas of stress in other muscles, created through compensating for an injury, can be eased with a regular sports massage regimen. Sports massage can partially compensate for lack of exercise during inactivity while recovering from injury. Sports massage is also used to relieve muscular spasms and fatigue related injuries.

That depends on several factors such as training volume and intensity, whether or not you have chronic pain or acute injury, and other factors. For some athletes, a weekly massage gives huge results. Other athletes only get an occasional Sports Massage if they're in pain. The best way to reduce the effects of hard training is with regular Sports Massage. We suggest you try a series of 5 or 6 Sports Massages to see how you feel when the positive effects accumulate.

Having clinically diagnosed Low Blood Pressure, circulatory problems or blood clots of any kind can cause complications. Any current inflammation from injury, illness, or chronic conditions like arthritis or bursitis may require a postponement in the appointment until the inflammation has subsided. As with any and all concerns, a doctor’s approval may be required before being eligible for a massage.

The vast majority of snow sports injuries occur as the direct result of an isolated fall, by which I simply mean something goes wrong and the person falls over. In turn the majority of these occur because of user error. Most of the time the injured person has lost control, often travelling too fast for the prevailing conditions and/or on a slope inappropriate to their ability level.

In the past, sports injuries were mostly limited to professional athletes, young people participating in school sports programs, and men participating in weekend activities such as rugby. However more and more people of all ages and both sexes are doing regular sports and fitness activities. There are even women now doing traditional men's sports such as soccer, basketball and rugby.

Lactic acid is a constituent part of the cellular metabolic cycle. During strenuous anaerobic exercise the levels of lactic acid can rise to high levels, causing fatigue and a burning feeling in the muscle tissues. The high levels of lactate can linger longer than most of us would wish for. One way to diminish that burning feeling in our muscles is with a recovery style Sports Massage. The long strokes of a recovery Sports Massage aids circulation.

Over the past 8 years Plyo City has trained sons and daughters of 12 orthopedic surgeons. Every single doctor has said that the mat drills Plyo City does has a tremendous impact on developing strength in the knee joint and thus helps prevent knee injuries (ACL, MCL etc). Yes. 2nd athlete is $125.00 per month, 3rd athlete is $100.00 per month, 4th athlete is $75.00 per month.

Cranial Release is almost always first choice, once localized trauma such as fractures has been excluded. Most injuries carry a major component of the underlying weaknesses referred to above.

Massage will benefit the horse in many ways, below is a list of some common issues that can be aided with massage:

Yes. Massage can help to lessen or eliminate pain stemming from a wide range of medical conditions that include low back pain, whiplash, fibromyalgia, lupus, myofascial pain syndrome, sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, tmj pain, migraines, and others. I also use other methods for pain management and relief such as Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Release, Deep Tissue Massage, and Ortho-Bionomy ®.

Unfortunately, knee injuries during sports can happen to anyone. A casual game of soccer can turn into a painful and debilitating injury for someone whose body is unprepared for athletics. Knee injuries can happen during an impromptu volleyball game at your company picnic, when your are heading out to the ski slopes on your first free weekend in a while, or even while playing a game of catch with your children.

Sports Massage is a style of bodywork that addresses the particular needs of athletes. Sports Massage is a special form of massage and is typically used before, during, and after athletic events, as well as off-season, pre-season and post-season massage. The purpose of the massage is to prepare the athlete for peak performance, to drain away fatigue, to relieve swelling, to reduce muscle tension, to promote flexibility and to prevent injuries.

No, not usually. If your therapist is mindful and experienced they will work up to your individual capacity for pressure. For example if you've just ran a marathon they know you can't take a lot of pressure on your legs. If they see you wincing or resisting their strokes, they know to back off. But sometimes individuals develop knots, contractures, or trigger points that require stronger bodywork and may cause discomfort.

Another good question. How often you have massage therapy depends on your goals. Generally, the more intense your training, the more often you should seek massage therapy. For more information about frequency of Sports massage therapy call 210-269-3314. No. The decision to "chat" is entirely yours. Being quiet can enhance your relaxation during the massage and the therapist understands and welcomes that enhancement.