Benefits of Sports Massage

Joel Adelman

Lead Physiotherapist Coogee Clinic Co-Director Coogee Clinic

Physio Bio

Whether you are a professional sportsperson or not, whether you are injured or not, massage has numerous benefits to help maintain the body in top condition, prevent injuries, boost performance and extend your sporting career.

BENEFITS

Increased tissue permeability – Enables fluid and nutrients to pass through, this aids in removal of lactic acid and other waste products created by tissue use and encourages the muscles to take up blood and nutrients helping you to heal quicker.

Stretching – massage helps stretch muscles, releasing any tension. Combined with active movements that your physiotherapist will perform prior to a sporting event to get you in prime condition or a static stretching program after the game to help you recover, massage and a stretching program will help your muscles relax.

Scar tissue – can lead to inflexible tissue making it more susceptible to injury. Massage can assist to break down scar tissue and improve movement.

Improve tissue – overtraining/ hard training/ competition days can make tissue inelastic. Massage helps reduce this by stretching the muscle.

Pain reduction – Massage releases endorphins (Endorphins make you happy). Massage also helps remove tension and waste products that cause pain and stiffness.

So whether it is before your game or after; come in and see Andrew or Joel so they can assist in maximizing your performance. In our opinions massage is always combined with an effective active management program, so if you need help with your all round performance, programming and managing load, get in contact with us today!

Joel Adelman

Joel has 7 years combined study and has gained experience and developed skills across a broad range of areas including sports, orthopedic rehabilitation, neurological rehabilitation, geriatrics, pediatrics and cardiopulmonary. Joel uses a combination of exercise therapy, manual techniques and evidence-based practice to help his clients return to optimal health and to prevent further injuries.

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Why Book A Session at BeFit?

At BeFit Training Physio we love to support the active and sporting communities in Double Bay and the surrounding Eastern Suburbs of Sydney. Our physiotherapists work with a range of athletes from different sports to help them optimise performance and recover from injuries, strains, or more complex issues.

Do I need a referral?

No, a referral is not necessary to see a physiotherapist in Sydney. You may simply ‘turn up’.

How soon can I see a physio?

We do get busy, but can generally squeeze you in within a 24 hour period. If you have a particular time frame that you prefer, it is best to book in advance. You can BOOK ONLINE via our online booking system

What should I expect from my first consultation?

At BeFit Training Physiotherapy you can expect:
– A 45 minute initial consultation
– Always in a private, 1 on 1 environment, giving you exclusive access to the injury expert.
– A thorough assessment and physical exam
– We listen to you.
– An accurate diagnosis – this is key and our point of difference.
– Plenty of ‘hands on’ or manual treatment
– A home exercise program that will continually be progressed
– Continued evaluation of work (is this treatment technique working for you?)
– Continued communication with your referrer, trainer or doctor
– Direct referral for necessary investigations, &
– Direct referral to Doctors, Surgeons, and members of the allied health team, as required.
At BeFit Training Physiotherapy, we aim to:

– Provide you with an accurate diagnosis
– Explain the issue in detail, and look at all causes
– Treat you as a person
– Tell you how to help yourself
– Explain the role of physiotherapy
– Treat the cause of your problem,
– Tell you how long recovery will take
– Meet all your goals, with respect to time and result, through the use of evidence based and clinically proven manual therapy techniques and exercise prescription
– Maintain communication
– Deliver a service to you that is on time
– Ensure you receive an appointment within 24 hours
– Provide excellent customer service and a great experience

What do I need to bring?

Yourself and if you have any letters, results or reports bring those along with you.

CAN I CLAIM A REBATE FROM MY HEALTH FUND?

Yes, a facility is available on site, so you claim your rebate immediately, on the spot.

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