What is manual therapy?

Manual therapy techniques assist in normalising range of motion and or movement patterns to the affected joint or soft tissue with the focus on bettering overall movement. Manual therapy coupled with exercise that restores and elevates efficient movement is the most effective way to improve a patient’s quality of life.

Therefore incorporating manual therapy techniques as part of a well-rounded rehabilitation programme can help to

•       Increase Joint range of motion
•       Reduce Pain
•       Normalise movement patterns
•       Improve motor control
•       Improving efficiency of movement.

Manual therapy includes skilled techniques such as

•       soft tissue massage ( Learn more of what specific massage services we offer)
•       joint mobilization
•       lymphatic drainage
•       Passive and assisted functional movement.

Massage explained

Massage is a term used to define the rubbing and manipulating of your skin, muscles, tendons and ligaments.

The force applied to these structures can vary from soft touching to deep pressure.

Dependent on level of pressure / focus will determine the style of massage.

•       Swedish massage : This is a gentle form of massage that uses long strokes, kneading, deep circular movements, vibration and tapping to help relax and energize you.
•       Deep massage : This massage technique uses slower, more-forceful strokes to target the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue
•       Sports massage: Specific toward people involved in sport activities to help prevent or treat injuries.
•       Trigger point massage: Focuses on tight muscle fibres that can form in your muscles after injuries or overuse.

Want to learn more? Speak to our team today to found out if this service is for you

What to expect?

• Simply book online or via phone
• You’ll receive a confirmation via email/text of your appointment
• Come prepared with appropriate gym wear (shorts and vest top preferably)
• Please arrive 10 minutes early to fill in our consent form / COVID-19 screen
• You therapist will meet and greet you in the waiting room and escort you to the private clinic space
• Your Therapist will listen to YOU and YOUR concerns. You’ll work together to determine the outcome.  A clear and thorough explanation of your diagnosis will be given
• Further teamwork to determine your goals/needs and begin to build an achievable treatment plan
• Appropriate follow-ups/consultations as deemed necessary

Ring 07503125997 for your free consultation today.