This can take 3 forms, Pre-event, and Post-event, which are normally carried out on the field, and a sports or remedial massage which is performed in the salon.

Pre-event massage is used to warm up the muscles, and targets the main muscle groups. The movements are fast (creating heat). In order not to cause tiredness this massage is not deep. It will usually include some stretching to help achieve maximum range of movement during the event. The benefit of this massage is that it will stimulate the athlete, and help prevent or limit injury by ensuring the muscles are warmed.

Post-event massage is much slower and deeper, and is used to relieve discomfort experienced by the athlete, due to the build-up of lactic acid during the event. This massage will also include stretches, and may also involve remedial massage techniques if necessary. The benefit of this massage is to relax the athlete, and encourage the circulation back into the muscles to help remove lactic acid.

Sports and Remedial Massage performed in the Salon is not just for the athlete, but is also suitable for people with demanding, physical occupations (builders, plumbers, gardeners etc), who frequently feel the strain in their muscles, and for anyone who has suffered a muscular injury (after the first 48 hours). It is very deep, and involves particular techniques which are required to relieve congestion and injury, and will help to speed up recovery. For remedial massage the treatment can be restricted to just the problem area (i.e. to the arm, leg, back etc). Sports massage given on a regular basis should help keep the muscles in better condition, and may, therefore, help reduce both the frequency of injuries occurring, and the amount of the injury. It should also help the athlete obtain a better range of movement to the limbs, which will hopefully improve performance!