Sports Massage Los Angeles.

Sports Massage Therapist
West Hollywood, CA.

Expert sports massage techniques are available near you in West Hollywood, CA. As a Soft Tissue Specialist, I offer effective sports massage techniques for athletics that help maintain mobility, ease muscle tension, and keep your muscles healthy without pain. Whether you are an athlete or not, keeping your muscles and joints healthy will allow you to get active and enjoy life more! My services include a myofascial release for tension and pain relief. So, let me help you improve your range of motion, increase flexibility, and manage any pain associated with movement or sports. Book an appointment today and experience the best of sports massage therapy in Los Angeles, CA.

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What is Sports Massage?

Sports massage is a targeted therapeutic technique to assist athletes at various stages of their training, from pre-workout to post-workout recovery. However, it is not only beneficial for athletes, as it can also be helpful for anyone who exercises regularly to prevent injuries, increase flexibility, and aid in healing after a sports-related injury. This specialized massage therapy is tailored to specific sports and athletic injuries. Unlike a typical relaxing massage, it can be vigorous and intense, stretching tight muscles, activating inactive muscles, and improving the overall condition of soft tissue.

The primary goal of deep tissue sports massage is to alleviate stress and tension in the body's soft tissues caused by physical activity, which may help increase endurance, improve athletic performance, decrease the likelihood of injuries, and speed up recovery after an injury. It uses various techniques to target specific body areas used most during athletic training and performance.

With personalized treatments designed to meet your specific needs, you'll leave feeling refreshed and revitalized.

BENEFITS OF SPORTS AND THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE FOR ATHLETES AND ACTIVE PEOPLE

Improved fluid circulation

Muscle relaxation

Separation of muscle and connective tissue

Healthy scar tissue

Get rid of trigger points

General relaxation

Anxiety reduction

Increased feelings of well-being

Increased alertness and mental clarity

The benefit refers to the performance-related following:

Greater energy

Freer movement at joints

Faster recovery

Pain reduction

The appropriate level of emotional stimulation

More positive outlook and motivation

If you are a sports performer, of any level, a sports-specific massage can be beneficial at various stages of participation. For example:

The conditioning/training phase
Pre-competition
Inter competition
Post competition
Post-travel
Injury prevention
Injury recovery
Jet Lag / Prolonged travel
Travel fatigue

What are the health benefits of sports massage techniques?

The most out of your sports massage, staying engaged, and communicating with your therapist about how your body feels is important. Although some discomfort may experience, be sure to inform your therapist if you are in any pain.

Sports massage has numerous health benefits, including reducing muscle soreness after exercise, improving exercise efficiency, and preventing common exercise-related ailments. It can also improve heart rate and blood pressure, increase circulation and lymph flow, and help treat injuries such as shin splints, tennis elbow, and sprains and strains.

While sports massage is generally safe after an injury, it may not suit all injuries. It recommends consulting a doctor or physiotherapist before using deep tissue sports massage for any health condition or injury

Sports Massage can be a powerful tool to help you take charge of your myofascial health and well-being, also have a positive impact on the mind and body, helping to promote relaxation, reduce stress and anxiety, and enhance overall well-being. It can be particularly helpful for athletes and workaholics who experience high levels of physical and mental stress, such as those preparing for a competition or recovering from an injury. See if it's right for you.

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What does a sports massage involve?

To start a sports massage session, your therapist will discuss your health and lifestyle. Then, you will ask to lie on a massage table covered with towels for privacy and warmth. Next, your therapist will apply cream, oils, and massage tools to make the massage more comfortable.

Sports massage does not have fixed massage techniques as it customizes to the individual's training needs and any injuries or conditions they may have. It incorporates various techniques from other disciplines, such as physiotherapy and osteopathy. Some of the methods used in sports massage include:

Soft tissue release: Involves applying pressure to tissues and muscles, then stretching them
Neuromuscular technique: Focuses on trigger points in the nervous system to reduce pain and tension
Positional release: Used to relax overly-active muscles
Fascial release: Deep, slow kneading targets connective tissues around the muscles.
Swedish Massage: effleurage, petrissage, tapotement, friction, and vibration, which all aid fluid circulation and the softening of connective tissue
Assisted Stretch: PNF Stretch
IASTM: Myofascial Decompresion and Dynamic Cupping Therapy

Regular soft tissue and myofascial massage can help your body recover after intense physical activity, whether from athletic training or work-related tasks. However, engaging in these activities can cause high muscle tone leading to muscle tightness. It is especially common when adjusting to increased volume and intensity of training.

Muscle tightness can have several effects on your body, such as reducing the delivery of nutrients and oxygen to your cells, slowing down the removal of metabolites, and contributing to aches and soreness. In addition, it can cause soft tissue fatigue and pain. If left untreated, soft tissue lesions can lead to bulky connective tissue development, compromising muscle function and stiffness.

Regular deep tissue massage can help identify hypertonic muscle and active trigger points, preventing them from progressing to injury and improving soft tissue function. By incorporating regular massage into your routine, you can speed up recovery, reduce muscle tension, reduce delayed onset muscle soreness - DOMS and improve overall physical health.