Sports Massage

At Hope Hypnotherapy & Sports Massage, we provide expert Level 5 Sports Massage Therapy to help you recover, relieve pain, and improve performance. Whether you are an athlete, an active individual, or someone dealing with everyday aches and pains, our tailored treatments can restore movement and prevent future injuries.

What is Sports Massage?

Sports massage is a specialised form of deep tissue therapy designed to treat muscles, fascia, ligaments, and tendons. It helps to:

  • Reduce muscle tightness and tension
  • Relieve pain and discomfort
  • Improve flexibility and range of motion
  • Enhance circulation and speed up recovery
  • Prevent injuries and aid rehabilitation

While it is commonly used by athletes, sports massage benefits everyone—whether you have a physically demanding job, spend long hours at a desk, or suffer from postural imbalances.

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What We Treat

Our sports massage treatments help with:

  • Sports injuries, including strains, sprains, and overuse injuries
  • Chronic pain, such as back pain, neck tension, and sciatica
  • Postural issues caused by desk work, driving, or repetitive movements
  • Joint stiffness and mobility problems
  • Muscle fatigue and soreness after workouts

Your Treatment Plan

Every client begins with a full assessment to understand their needs and identify the best course of treatment. From there, we create a personalised plan, which may include:

  • Deep tissue massage – Targeting knots and tight areas
  • Trigger point therapy – Releasing built-up tension in specific muscles
  • Stretching and mobility work – Improving movement and flexibility
  • Rehabilitation exercises – Supporting long-term recovery

For ongoing relief and injury prevention, regular maintenance massage is highly recommended.

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Shockwave Therapy Treatments

Alongside our hands-on treatments, we also offer Radial Shockwave Therapy. A clinically proven, non-invasive treatment for persistent pain and stubborn soft tissue injuries. This advanced technology uses acoustic pressure waves to stimulate healing, reduce pain, and restore mobility where traditional therapies may not be enough.

Radial Shockwave Therapy can be particularly effective for:

  • Chronic tendon problems such as Achilles tendonitis or tennis elbow
  • Plantar fasciitis and heel pain
  • Calcific shoulder issues and rotator cuff pain
  • Long-standing muscular pain and stubborn trigger points

Shockwave Therapy works by increasing blood flow, breaking down scar tissue, and stimulating the body’s natural healing processes. Many clients notice significant improvements after just a few sessions, making it an excellent complement to sports massage and rehabilitation exercises.

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FAQs

Frequently asked questions

Sports massage is a specialised form of deep tissue therapy designed to relieve muscle tension, improve mobility, and aid recovery. It is not just for athletes—anyone experiencing muscle tightness, pain, or postural issues can benefit.

No, sports massage is for everyone. Whether you have a physically demanding job, sit at a desk all day, or experience muscle pain from daily activities, sports massage can help.

Sports massage can treat muscle tightness, chronic pain, postural issues, sports injuries, joint stiffness, and repetitive strain injuries. It also aids recovery and prevents future injuries.
Sports massage can involve firm pressure, but it should not be unbearable. Some areas may feel tender, especially if they are tight or inflamed, but we always work within your comfort level.

Your first session will include a full assessment to understand your concerns and identify problem areas. We will then create a personalised treatment plan based on your needs.

The frequency depends on your lifestyle and needs. Some people benefit from weekly or fortnightly sessions, while others choose a monthly maintenance massage to prevent tension from building up.

Wear loose, comfortable clothing. Depending on the area being treated, you may need to remove some clothing, but towels will be used for your comfort and privacy.

Yes, sports massage not only relieves muscle tension but also reduces stress, improves circulation, and promotes relaxation, making it beneficial for both body and mind.

Some people may experience mild soreness or fatigue after a session, similar to post-exercise soreness. This is normal and should subside within 24-48 hours.

You can book a session by contacting us directly. We will discuss your needs and arrange an appointment at a time that suits you.

REVIEWS

What clients have to say

From the beginning of the therapy my sleep improved and gradually over the sessions my symptoms reduced. By the end of my course of therapy I felt much stronger and empowered to deal with daily life.
C

Everything was easy to understand, and he gave me certain activities to complete, through the day, and prior to going to bed in the evening, and the results are amazing. I am sleeping a lot better, find it easier to fall asleep, but the main thing for me was waking up less through the night.

Catherine Short

If you struggle with food noise or feel like food thoughts dominate your day, I would definitely recommend giving hypnotherapy with Ian a try. It’s been a surprisingly empowering experience.

A

Ian very quickly addressed issues I was having with just a conversation this is due to his extensive knowledge within the industry. This allowed him to get straight to work on each muscle group to relieve my pain and symptoms.

Daniel Hardman
Hypnotherapy has totally changed my outlook on life and changed me to thinking much more positive. Ian was very professional and his treatment room is a lovely relaxing space. I can’t thank Ian enough for everything.
E

The way Ian explained the root cause and how hypnotherapy could help made sense and I bought into this from day one. I started to feel improvement after my first session and after 3 sessions the difference was massive.

Dave Fogg

I saw Ian for four hypnotherapy sessions to help with my long-standing fear of flying, and the results were amazing. He created a calm, supportive environment and guided me through techniques that helped shift my mindset.

Tom East

After a few weeks I felt more positive, relaxed and was sleeping better. I still have some work to do but I feel Ian has provided me with the tools to make positive changes moving forward.

K

I believe hypnotherapy has helped me to reverse a lot of and allowed my thought patterns to become more positive. This has given me the belief that I will get better.

L

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