The therapist uses a variety of techniques with their fingers, thumbs, elbows, hands or forearms to release tension that has built up in the muscles referred to as ‘knots’. A knot its when muscle fibres become joined by waste items throughout the body. This can prevent the muscles from functioning correctly, become shortened, weak, and causing possible damage. Massage may help break up the knot that has formed and help the blood flow back into that area. Regular massage can help prevent a build up of acid and knots forming, maintaining good muscle heal
Don`t wait until you have pain or an injury before booking a massage. Feeling an ache/niggle for a few days, then don’t delay book yourself a massage to prevent it from becoming more painful and getting worse.