
Introduction Welcome to an in-depth exploration of the distinctions between sports massage and deep tissue massage. In this article, we will delve into 5 detailed subtopics to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of these two massage techniques. Whether you're an athlete looking for muscle recovery or simply seeking relaxation, knowing the difference is essential to choose the right massage therapy for your needs.

Shoulder pain is a common problem and is often caused by poor posture and/or poor muscle
recruitment. The pain is often aggravated by bad habits and the stresses of everyday life that
affect posture. This poor positioning promotes fatigue, stiffness and pain in the shoulders, but
also in the neck and upper back. However, a good placement of the shoulders and upper back
can largely eliminate or prevent these symptoms...

PATELLOFEMORAL PAIN SYNDROME (PFPS) PFPS is a broad term to describe pain at the front of the knee and around the patella. PFPS is common in people who participate in sports however, can occur in non-athletes. PFPS causes pain and stiffness which makes it difficult to climb stairs, run, kneel down or simply so day-to-day activities. Contributing factors may include: - Problems with the alignment of the patella such as muscular imbalance or weakness in the quadriceps. - Overuse/repetitive knee flexion Common symptoms include: - dull ache - pains after sitting for long periods - pain on climbing stairs Treatment: - Sports Massage - PNF Stretching, strengthening exercises (especially for the quadriceps as these are the main patella stabilizers.) - Strengthening exercises targeting deep abdominal, quads (especially VMO), muscles. - Improving balance and the bio-mechanic of the knee Some exercises/stretches to help: - Straight leg raises - Clams - Gluteal stretch - Quadriceps stretch #kneepain #knee #pain #kneecap #badknee #injury #treatment #strengthening #exercise #running #painfree #performance #sportsinjuryclinic # injurytreatment #manchester #citycentre