What can clinical massage help with?

 

Clinical massage may be suitable for a range of muscular and soft-tissue problems, including:

• Neck and shoulder tension

• Lower back and muscular pain

• Muscle tightness and stiffness

• Minor soft-tissue injuries

• Repetitive strain and overuse problems

• Muscular discomfort associated with exercise or everyday activity

 

Massage isn't appropriate for every condition. Your therapist will assess your symptoms and advise you if another form of care or further medical assessment would be more appropriate.

 

What happens during a clinical massage?

 

Your first appointment includes a discussion of your symptoms and relevant history, followed by an assessment to help identify the areas that may be contributing to your discomfort.

 

Your treatment may include a combination of:

• Massage and soft-tissue techniques

• Stretching and mobilisation

• Myofascial techniques

• Massage tools or cupping, where appropriate

• Muscle energy techniques

• Kinesiology taping

• Remedial exercises

 

The techniques used, pressure and areas treated will be adapted to you and your comfort.

You will remain appropriately covered throughout your treatment and will only be asked to remove clothing that is necessary for the area being treated.

 

Clinical Massage vs Sports Massage

 

Not sure which type of massage is right for you?

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Clinical Massage is generally more appropriate when you have a specific area of pain, ongoing muscular tension or a musculoskeletal problem that you would like assessed.

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Sports Massage is designed more specifically around exercise, training and recovery, and may be suitable if you're active, training regularly or experiencing exercise-related muscle tightness.

If you're unsure, our team can help you choose the most appropriate treatment.

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Clinical massage as part of your wider care

 

Clinical massage can sometimes complement chiropractic care or rehabilitation when muscular tension or soft-tissue symptoms are contributing to a problem.

 

Because we have a multidisciplinary team at Guildford Chiropractic Centre, we can also discuss other appropriate options, such as chiropractic care, 1:1 Physio-led Reformer Pilates or sports massage.

Your treatment will always be based on your individual symptoms and goals rather than assuming that one approach is right for everyone.

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Book a clinical massage in Guildford

 

If you're experiencing muscular pain, tension or a specific soft-tissue problem, clinical massage may be an appropriate option.

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