When it comes to playing sports, many people let their competitive side out. Whether it is a championship high school or college football game, or just spending the afternoon at the driving range, there is a risk for injury with any contact sport or exercise activity.
Baseball, softball, basketball, football, and tennis players are all at high risk for shoulder injuries. The swinging and rotation motions associated with throwing, hitting, and catching can result in injuries of the trapezius, deltoid, and other muscles in the upper arms and back.
Whether it is simply torn muscles from over-extension, or a more serious injury that required surgery, a regular massage schedule should be part of a rehabilitation program. Combined with physical therapy exercises, a deep tissue massage of the shoulder region can increase blood flow to the affected muscles and can prevent formation of painful scar tissue. It can also help loosen tense muscles and allow the patient to slowly increase their range of motion.
Every kind of athlete from weight lifters to weekend joggers can benefit from massage therapy as part of their training regimen. Athletes who have a deep tissue massage report that they feel less fatigued and more flexible during and after events. Maintaining flexibility is also a key component of avoiding injury.
As you can tell, there are numerous health benefits to having a deep tissue massage done. From relaxation and stress relief to better circulation and posture correction, massages can be helpful to a speedy recovery from a sports injury as well as relaxing and leisurely.
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Hello Michelleturner09,
Thank you for bringing our attention to the role deep tissue massage can play in the healing process. It is a practice all athletes from weekend joggers to team sports players can add to their training regime.
Regards,
July 12, 2016 - 8:34amMaryann
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