Sports Massage Dublin 2

Sports massage is a combination of massage and mobilisation techniques used, where appropriate, with the intent of maintaining peak performance from muscles and connective tissues or as an aid in injury recovery and return to sport. However, it’s not just for the serious athlete.  Sports Massage can benefit anyone participating in sports, exercise or strenuous activities. Keeping muscles and tissues supple helps to prevent injury. Addressing an injury as soon as it happens can help speed up recovery time and insure better recovery so ensuring less problems in the future. Sports massage is a major part of our  for pain, injury and limited mobility. Why choose sports massage?to assess and treat sports injuries, both chronic and recentfor preparation for an eventfor recovery from an eventto assess and treat limited mobilityto assess and treat pain (related to muscles, myofascia, tendons and ligaments).

Holistic full body massage is a deeply relaxing treatment that aims to release some of the stress and tension that build up in your body over time. It is a perfect de-stressor. This massage will work firmly into your muscles and tissues, relieving deep seated aches and pains while promoting a sense of calmness and peace. Why choose Holistic Full Body Massage?to reduce stressto ease muscle tensionto reduce anxietyto aid with depressionto lower high blood pressureto reduce fatigue and improve insomniato assist with chronic fatigueto reverse burn-out (i.e. high levels of stress, low energy, regular illness, mood swings)

We offer a free 15 minute consultation on your first visit. This allows you and us to explore your reasons for massage in more depth and to determine if massage treatment is appropriate for you.

Sports & Remedial Massage is one of the fastest growing forms of treatment for athletes in the prevention of injuries, enhancing performance and in rehabilitation. The application of a series of muscle manipulation techniques are used including therapeutic soft tissue massage, neuromuscular techniques, gentle mobilization, and stretching to restore function to muscles and joints.

Massage treats the whole person by relaxing the muscles, calming the mind and rejuvenating the spirit. This wonderful form of massage has been used for thousands of years as one of the most effective ways to free to body of stress and disharmony. The Benefits of MassageReduces overall stress and anxietyAlleviates muscular tension and stiffnessIncreases energy levelsIncreases mental clarityEncourages better circulation

Reflexology is the practice of applying pressure to the feet and hands utilising specific thumb, finger and hand techniques without the use of oil, cream or lotion based on a system of zones and reflex areas that reflect an image of the body on the feet and hands with a premise that such work effects a physical change in the body. Reflexology works as the pressure techniques applied to the feet or hands interact as a part of the bodys nervous system creating: relaxation, improved circulation, exercise of the nervous system and the benefits of touch.  

This treatment is designed to work on specific injuries that have occurred during sport or exercise. The most commonly occurring sports injuries are sprains and strains, knee injuries, swollen muscles, achilles tendon injuries, pain along the shin bone, fractures and dislocations. These injuries if left untreated almost always lead to further more complex and chronic complications in the future. This treatment incorporates 30 mins of massage and 15 mins of exercises and stretches to strengthen the area and to rehabilitate at home.

This massage is based in the ancient belief that each organ of the body corresponds to a reflex point in the foot. Using gentle thumb and finger pressure point massage, the therapist releases blockages, re-establishes the body’s energy flow, thereby encouraging the body to heal itself at its own pace. Regular sessions work gently to bring the entire body back to a state of wellness and total relaxation.

Sports massage focuses on areas of the body commonly aggravated by sports activities, but aren't common areas of treatment in regular massages.

Deep tissue massage is a classic means of getting deep into tense muscle tissue to work out tension and allow the worked muscle groups return toward normalcy.

Cranialsacral therapy can be divided into two separate aspects: Sacral Occipital Technique (SOT), and cranial adjustments. SOT is a means of adjusting the spine primarily through traditional means in the neck and with curved padded blocks across the pelvis to allow gravity and leverage to make the adjustment. Cranial adjustments improve the motion of the bones of the skull and is performed with the same principles, except by hand, in order to relieve pressure on portions of the brain, cranial nerves, and spinal cord. Both are closely related and deal very heavily with nerves and overall health and wellness.

Initial consultation includes taking a detailed case and health history, physical examination, and neuromusculoskeletal examination in addition to chiropractic examination.

Archview physiotherapy has invested in the world’s leading spinal scan technology which detects a build up of muscle tension in your spine.

Our health and well-being are always measured by our capacity to move freely and without pain. Massage before an event involves stretching muscles to improve flexibility and circulation which is important to injury prevention. Post event, the sports massage therapist aims to loosen muscles that have become stiff during competition and therefore aid relaxation. Weekly maintenance sports massage eases pain brought about by intensive training and keeps muscles flexible and in good health for forthcoming competition.

- The basic goal of massage therapy is to help the body heal itself and to increase health and well-being - The benefits of massage are both mind and body. It is rare that we take an hour to lie down, close our eyes and just be. - An hours peace and quiet away from ringing phones and demanding children has a definite restorative effect - aids lymphatic drainage, helps to release toxins. - massage will stimulate blood flow and help the release of those feel-good endorphins that make us feel smiley inside. - Touch also conveys a sense of caring, an important component in the healing relationship. - massage can be used to promote general well-being and enhance self-esteem, while boosting the circulatory and immune systems to benefit blood pressure, circulation, muscle tone, digestion, and skin tone.

Tradition Thai Massage is and ancient form of therapeutic healing. Its roots are in India where it was brought to Thailand over 2000 years ago by Ayurvedic doctors and Buddhist monks. It combines pressure, energy balancing, stretching and applied yoga exercises. Traditional Thai Foot Massage is a unique and powerful therapy. Using thumbs, hands and a wooden acupressure tool, massage is applied to the legs and feet through rubbing, kneading, stretching and vibration techniques. Pressure points are areas along the “energy lines” which are called “Sen Lines” in Thailand. By focusing on these Sen Lines, we work on Reflex or pressure points on the feet which correspond to various internal organs, through which life, energy, Prana, chi, or Ki flows. It is believed that blockages within the flow will result in pain, illness or disease. By working along the Sen Lines with pressure and by stretching the lines, blocked energy can be released and functions balanced. Tradition Thai Foot Massage can be effective in the relief of various dysfunctions and disease; but it is also a wonderful treatment to promote overall health and to provide a general sense of wellbeing, energy and revival.

Originating in Polynesia, Lomi Lomi massage is a complete healing system aimed at restoring balance and harmony within the body, mind and spirit. Also known as Kahuna Massage or Aloha massage this form of massage uses intuitive movement, breathing, rhythm and focused intention (positive focus of course).Lomi lomi massage has a depth to it that perhaps other massage techniques do not carry, in that Lomi also focuses in on an energetic level bringing awareness and healing to all parts of the self not just the physical ie) stress, worries, sadness - all of which can be focused on to be “massaged away” in a sense.There is a great deal of sacred healing with Lomi Lomi which the ancient Hawaiians in particular would have passed down through the generations, Lomi Lomi is more than a massage. The practitioner uses their forearms, hands and elbows in a deep dynamic flowing rhythm which has similarities with the waves of the ocean. Rhythmic techniques and intuition are great tools of the Lomi Lomi practitioner.Kahuna Massage is traditionally 1.5hours long and covers all systems of the body: circulatory / respiratory / lymphatic / digestive / nervous for example. The body is detoxified as the sweeping, long arm movements transfer the lymph around the body helping to clear out congestion and toxification. This massage can be both relaxing, pampering and quite deep in terms of strength depending on the clients own specification.The intent with which Lomi Practitioners work from is another important aspect, we are conscious to bring positive energy to our clients with an “open heart “ as working with anyone’s body should always be treated with the utmost care and respect. Aloha in Hawaii means so much more than Hello, Goodbye or even Love. It is a way of life. The same can be said for the Aloha / Lomi Lomi / Kahuna Massage…