Sports Massage in Dronfield
Recover, Restore, Revive
Sports massage involves the manipulation of soft tissue which can help to relieve tension in muscles, improve circulation and improve range of movement at joints. Whether you’re a dedicated athlete seeking improved sports performance, or somebody simply seeking relaxation, a sports massage treatment can be tailored to meet your unique needs.
For athletes, sports massage aids in recovery, reduces muscle soreness and optimises flexibility, promoting improved muscle function and athletic performance. Sports massage is also beneficial for non-athletes by relieving stress, reducing muscle tension, improving circulation, and enhancing overall well-being.
All new patients will be required to complete a medical form prior to any treatment, this helps ensure that there are no underlying health issues that could impact the effectiveness of your treatment.
Pre & Post Event Massage Services
Pre and post event massage helps to optimally prepare the body for a sports event, and aids in recovery post event.
Pre Event Massage
The primary purpose of the pre event massage is to help to prepare the body for the demands of the sport and therefore help you to achieve the best possible sports performance.
Typically performed in the week leading up to the big day, a pre event massage can enhance flexibility, reduce any muscle soreness, and optimise muscle function allowing for more efficient and powerful movements during the event.
Post Event Massage
Following an event this can help to flush out metabolic waste products such as lactic acid. A post event massage can also enhance muscle recovery, reduce delayed onset of muscle soreness (DOMS), improve circulation, and help with relaxation and mental recovery.

Deep Tissue Massage
This massage targets the deep muscle layers and surrounding tissues. It breaks up scar tissue and breaks down muscle adhesions which are bands of painful muscle tissue. The increased pressure of the massage helps to alleviate soreness, reduce tension, and enhance relaxation. Deep tissue massage can be used to both prevent, and treat sports injuries or chronic pain.
Deep tissue massage can be useful for:
- Reducing muscle tension
- Lower back pain
- Upper back pain
- Restoration of movement range
- Reducing general aches and pains
- Injury prevention and promoting recovery
