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Movement and performance

Sports massage and soft tissue care

We offer many different types of soft tissue treatments tailored specifically to release muscle tension, support good posture and reduce pain. You do not need to play sport to benefit.

Do I need to play sport to have a sports massage?

It is a common misconception that you need to be a sports person or play sports to benefit from sports massage; this is not the case. Many types of muscle tension can be eased with sports massage.

Sports massage and soft tissue massage help relax tense muscles, reducing muscle stiffness and promoting a greater range of motion. The joints of your spine are treated with chiropractic adjustments, the surrounding muscles and soft tissues with massage, and long-term strength with focused rehabilitative exercises.

Therapist giving soft tissue massage to a patient’s upper back

Who is it for?

  • Tight, tense muscles in the back, neck and shoulders
  • Recovery from training and physical activity
  • People already having chiropractic care
  • Anyone who wants to move with less stiffness

What to expect

  1. 01

    Check-in

    Your therapist asks what is bothering you, your activity and any health conditions.

  2. 02

    Tailored session

    A 30 or 60 minute session tailored to your needs.

  3. 03

    Soft tissue work

    Massage, stretching and myofascial techniques on the areas that need it.

  4. 04

    Advice

    Simple stretches or exercises to keep muscles looser between sessions.

After your massage

Some muscle tenderness for a day is normal. Drink water, keep moving gently and avoid hard training straight after a deep session.

Common questions

A 30 minute sports massage is £47 and a 60 minute session is £80. The 30 minute price reduces to £45 per treatment as part of a Direct Debit plan or prepaid upfront.

Book sports massage

Book online in a minute, or call and talk to our Rayleigh reception team.

Opening hours
  • Monday to Friday08:30-20:00
  • Saturday08:30-14:00

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