Sports Massage Therapy in Alresford, Essex

Sports massage uses similar deep-pressure techniques to deep tissue massage, but it is tailored specifically to your sport, training schedule and movement patterns. Deep tissue work is broader, addressing general tension, chronic pain and posture. In practice, many sessions combine both depending on your needs.

Yes. By releasing tight muscle and restricted tissue and including targeted stretching, sports massage can help restore range of motion and improve how freely you move. Better flexibility also supports performance and reduces the risk of strain during training and competition.

Competitive athletes in heavy training often benefit from weekly or fortnightly sessions, while recreational athletes usually do well with fortnightly or monthly visits. If you are preparing for a specific event like a marathon, increasing frequency in the weeks before and after is advisable.

You can book by phone, WhatsApp or the contact form. Call or WhatsApp Fiona on 07971 660127, or send an enquiry through the site, and she will confirm a time that fits around your training. Appointments run Monday to Saturday, including evenings.

It can feel firm on already-tender muscle, but Fiona works within your tolerance and communicates throughout. There may be some discomfort on tight or fatigued areas, but it should feel like productive pressure rather than pain. Ask for a lighter touch and she will adjust.

Each session begins with a consultation about your sport, training and any injuries, followed by an assessment of the muscles your activity loads most. Fiona then combines deep tissue, targeted stretching and trigger point techniques, and finishes with aftercare and training-load advice.

Yes. Fiona is based at The Manor Health & Wellness Centre, 11 Manor Road, Colchester CO3 3LX, and welcomes individual athletes as well as clients connected to clubs and teams from Alresford and the wider area.

Yes, sports massage is one of the most effective ways to ease delayed onset muscle soreness. Targeted work on the affected muscles improves circulation, reduces stiffness and can shorten recovery time. Many clients book a session in the day or two after a hard effort.

Both can help, but they serve different purposes. A pre-event session tends to be lighter, focused on activation and mobility, while a post-event session is about recovery and easing muscle strain. Fiona tailors the approach to how close you are to your event.

Fiona holds qualifications in Sports Therapy, Massage and Rehabilitation and is a member of the Federation of Holistic Therapies (FHT). With over 25 years in the health and wellness industry, she has worked with professional sports teams and military athletes alongside hundreds of recreational clients.