Q: What types of injuries do you treat?
A: In our Finchley clinic, we treat all types of musculoskeletal injuries including sprains, strains, fractures, and postoperative rehab. Our therapists have experience with sports injuries, overuse injuries, chronic pain, and more.
Q: What is sports massage and how can it help me?
A: Sports massage uses a variety of massage techniques to prevent and treat sports related injuries. It can help alleviate muscle tension, improve flexibility and range of motion, and reduce pain.
Q: How is deep tissue massage different than sports massage?
A: Deep tissue massage applies deeper pressure to reach deeper layers of muscle and fascia. It aims to release chronic muscle tension and break up scar tissue to relieve pain and dysfunction.
Q: What is postural assessment and why is it important?
A: Postural assessment analyses your standing and sitting posture to catch any imbalances or dysfunctional patterns that could lead to pain or injury. Addressing poor posture is key to recovery.
Q: What are some examples of corrective exercises you offer?
A: We prescribe targeted stretches and strength training exercises, using Physitrack software, to fix muscle imbalances, improve mobility restrictions, and correct faulty movement patterns.
Q: How can you help me recover from my injury?
A: We offer a customised recovery program including manual therapy, therapeutic modalities like ultrasound, targeted exercises, and patient education for a comprehensive approach to injury rehabilitation.
Q: Are massage guns worth it?
A: Massage guns can be a worthwhile investment for some people, but they aren't necessary for everyone. They are an additional expense and you can get many of the same effects through regular massage, foam rolling, and other modalities. The convenience and portability make massage guns popular among athletes for quick relief. It should complement, not replace, proper massage and stretching.
Please let us know if you have any other questions! We are happy to explain our services in more detail.