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Sports Therapy
Treatments we provide to reduce pain and prevent injury
Dry Needling
Dry Needling
Dry Needling
Dry needling is a technique where a very fine, sterile needle is inserted into a tight muscle (a trigger point) to help it relax, release tension, and reduce pain. There is no medication in the needle — that’s why it’s called “dry”.
It’s used for muscle pain, stiffness, knots, and movement restrictions.
How It Works
When the needle reaches a tight or overactive muscle, it can create:
- A small twitch response
- A release of tension
- Increased blood flow
- Reduced pain signals
- Improved movement in the surrounding area
This helps the muscle reset and function more normally again.
Cupping
Dry Needling
Dry Needling
Vacuum cupping uses special cups to create gentle suction on the skin. This suction lifts the tissues underneath, helping tight muscles relax and improving blood flow to the area.
How It Works
It’s especially effective for:
- Back and shoulder tightness
- Neck pain
- Hip and glute tension
- Stiffness from sitting or stress
- Muscle knots and trigger points
- Recovery after training or long walks
- General aches and restricted movement
Most people feel lighter, looser, and more mobile afterwards.
The red marks are but a bruise and do not hurt but can take a few days to start to clear.
Taping
Dry Needling
Manual Therapy
Sports taping uses a flexible, stretchy tape applied to the skin to support muscles and joints without restricting movement. It helps reduce pain, improve posture, and guide the body into better alignment.
It’s suitable for all ages, not just athletes — walkers, golfers, over 50s, and anyone with niggles or stiffness benefit from it.
How It Works
The tape gently lifts the skin, which can:
- Reduce pressure on painful or irritated tissues
- Improve circulation and lymphatic flow
- Support weak or tired muscles
- Encourage better posture and movement patterns
- Reduce swelling or inflammation
- Provide gentle, constant feedback to help the body move correctly
It’s comfortable, waterproof, and can stay on for 3–5 days.
Manual Therapy
Exercise prescriptions
Manual Therapy
Soft Tissue Therapy focuses on treating muscles, fascia, tendons, and ligaments using targeted hands‑on techniques. It’s designed to reduce pain, improve mobility, and restore healthy movement patterns.
It’s suitable for everyone — not just sporty people — including over 50s, walkers, golfers, and anyone with stiffness or recurring aches.
Key Benefits of Soft Tissue Therapy
1. Reduces Muscle Tension and Knots
Releases tight, overworked muscles and helps them function more efficiently.
2. Eases Pain and Discomfort
Helps with back pain, neck tension, hip tightness, shoulder issues, and general aches.
3. Improves Flexibility and Mobility
Loosens restricted areas so people can move more freely and comfortably.
4. Supports Injury Recovery
Speeds up healing by improving circulation and reducing inflammation.
5. Enhances Posture and Movement Patterns
Releases the areas that pull the body out of alignment — perfect alongside Pilates.
6. Reduces Stress and Promotes Relaxation
Calms the nervous system, lowers muscle guarding, and helps people feel lighter and more at ease.
7. Improves Sports and Daily Performance
Helps walkers, golfers, gym‑goers, and active over‑50s move better and with more confidence.
8. Prevents Future Injuries
Ultrasound
Exercise prescriptions
Exercise prescriptions
Ultrasound therapy uses sound waves (not electrical stimulation) to treat soft‑tissue injuries. These sound waves create a deep, soothing effect in muscles, tendons, and ligaments, helping them heal more efficiently.
It’s completely painless and suitable for all ages — especially people with long‑standing aches, stiffness, or slow‑healing injuries.
Key Benefits of Ultrasound Therapy
1. Reduces Pain and Inflammation
Helps calm irritated tissues, making movement more comfortable.
2. Speeds Up Healing
Increases blood flow to injured areas, supporting faster tissue repair.
3. Improves Mobility and Flexibility
Softens tight or scarred tissues so joints and muscles move more freely.
4. Breaks Down Scar Tissue
Useful for old injuries, chronic stiffness, or areas that feel “stuck”.
5. Reduces Muscle Spasms
Helps overactive or protective muscles relax.
6. Supports Recovery From Tendon and Ligament Issues
Commonly used for tendonitis, sprains, and repetitive‑strain injuries.
7. Gentle and Non‑Invasive
Ideal for clients who may not tolerate deep pressure or hands‑on techniques.
Exercise prescriptions
Exercise prescriptions
Exercise prescriptions
Exercise prescription is a tailored programme of specific movements designed to help someone recover safely after an injury. It’s not generic exercise — it’s personalised, targeted, and based on the individual’s pain, mobility, strength, and goals.
This is exactly what your clients value: safe, guided movement that supports their everyday life, walking, golf, and staying active over 50.
Key Benefits of Exercise Prescription After Injury
1. Speeds Up Recovery
Targeted exercises help tissues heal faster and more effectively than rest alone.
2. Reduces Pain and Stiffness
Gentle, progressive movement improves circulation, reduces inflammation, and restores normal function.
3. Restores Strength and Stability
Strengthening the right muscles prevents compensation patterns and helps people return to daily activities with confidence.
4. Improves Mobility and Flexibility
Helps joints and muscles regain their full range of motion after injury or immobilisation.
5. Prevents Re‑Injury
Corrective exercises address the root cause — posture, weakness, imbalance — so the same issue doesn’t return.
6. Builds Confidence in Movement
People feel safer, more capable, and less fearful of moving again.
7. Supports Everyday Activities
Perfect for walkers, golfers, over‑50s, and anyone wanting to stay active without pain.
8. Works Seamlessly With Pilates
Pilates reinforces the strength, alignment, and control needed for long‑term resilience.