Runner’s knee

Before I treat a person it is essential that I have a clear and full understanding of what the problem is. Each client is treated individually but as a general guideline, most knee-pain disorders are helped with techniques that reduce tension in the quadriceps muscle group (thigh muscles). PFPS is greatly helped by deep tissue massage which can be applied to the soft tissue around the patella (knee bone). The benefits of a regular sports massage includes aiding mobility, increases energy levels and can also speed up the healing process after injury. Sports massage is used to enhance strength, performance and speed in athletes and to remove toxins and lactic acid after exercise. Many different movements and techniques are used in sports massage. Examples of these techniques include Classical Massage Strokes; effleurage (stroking), petrissage (kneading), compression, friction, tapotement (rhythmic striking), vibration, gliding, stretching, percussion and trigger points.