Sports Massage at NW Physio & Fitness
At NW Physiotherapy & Fitness, we understand that optimal performance and recovery go hand in hand. Sports massage is a powerful tool in that journey — helping you move better, recover faster, and reduce injury risk. As a chartered physiotherapist with clinical expertise and real-world athletic insight (CrossFit, triathlon, functional fitness), Nina brings a holistic, hands-on approach to every treatment.
Whether you're training for a race, returning from injury, or simply want to feel fresher between sessions, sports massage can help you:
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Release tight muscles and adhesions
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Improve circulation and reduce swelling
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Enhance flexibility and range of movement
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Break down scar tissue and speed healing
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Prepare the body pre-event and aid recovery post-event
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What to Expect in a Session
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Each session is tailored to you — your body, your sport, your current condition.
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Initial assessment & goal setting
We begin by discussing your history, recent training load or injury, and current pain or tightness. We’ll also assess your movement patterns to understand where restrictions or compensations may lie.
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Warm-up & targeted massage techniques
Using a blend of techniques — deep tissue, myofascial release, trigger point work, soft tissue mobilisations — we work into the muscles and connective tissue to release tension, improve tissue quality, and restore mobility.
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Integration & functional release
We'll test your movements post-massage (e.g. squats, lunges, shoulder reach) to see how the tissues have responded and guide further release or stretching in those areas.
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Aftercare & recovery advice
You’ll leave with tailored self-care suggestions: mobility drills, active stretches, hydration, rest strategies, and guidance on when to book your next session.
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Ideal Uses & Benefits
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Sports massage is not just for athletes — it’s a beneficial tool for anyone seeking improved movement, pain relief, or recovery support. Common uses include:
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Managing muscle soreness, “knots” or trigger points
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Supporting injury rehabilitation (in adjunct with physiotherapy)
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Enhancing warm-up before competition, reducing injury risk
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Accelerating post-event recovery (e.g. after races, tournaments)
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Maintaining tissue health in high-volume training periods
When combined with your physio plan (manual therapy, strengthening, movement retraining), sports massage can contribute to faster, safer, more sustainable performance.