Sports Massage
Because Every Body Works Hard.
You don’t have to be an athlete to benefit from sports massage.
Whether you spend your day behind a desk, on your feet at work, lifting children, gardening, walking the dog, enjoying the gym or training for your next race, your muscles work hard every day.
Over time, everyday life can lead to muscle tightness, stiffness and reduced movement. Sports massage helps relieve these restrictions, allowing you to move more comfortably, recover more effectively and continue doing the things you love.
At Blizard Physiotherapy & Running Clinic, we don’t simply provide massage—we deliver evidence-informed, personalised soft tissue treatment designed around your body, your lifestyle and your goals.
Because helping people stay active isn’t just what we do.
It’s who we are.Who Can Benefit from Sports Massage?
Sports massage is suitable for almost everyone.
Many of our clients aren’t involved in organised sport at all.
You may benefit if you are:
- Spending long hours sitting at a desk
- Working in a physically demanding job
- Experiencing recurring neck or shoulder tension
- Feeling stiff after gardening or DIY
- Going to the gym regularly
- Walking or hiking frequently
- Preparing for or recovering from a sporting event
- Returning to exercise after injury
- Looking to stay active as you get older
Common Conditions We Help With
- Neck and shoulder tension
- Lower back tightness
- Upper back stiffness
- Hip and glute discomfort
- Tight hamstrings
- Tight calves
- Plantar fascia tightness
- IT Band tension
- Muscle soreness after exercise
- Reduced flexibility
- General muscular aches and pains
- Recovery following sporting events
Our Clinical Approach
Unlike many massage providers, our treatment is delivered within a specialist physiotherapy clinic.
Every appointment begins with understanding:
- What you're experiencing
- Why it's happening
- What activities matter most to you
- Your movement patterns
- Your lifestyle and work demands
- Your exercise routine
- Your long-term goals
- Sports Massage
- Deep Tissue Massage
- Trigger Point Therapy
- Myofascial Release
- Assisted Stretching
- Mobility Techniques
- Recovery Advice
- Exercise Prescription (where appropriate)
Every session is tailored specifically to you.
No routine treatments.
No unnecessary appointments.
Simply the right treatment for your body.
More Than Temporary Relief
Many people notice immediate improvements following treatment.
However, our aim goes much further than helping you feel good for a day or two.
We want to help you:
- Move with greater confidence
- Reduce recurring muscular tension
- Recover faster between activities
- Improve flexibility
- Reduce injury risk
- Maintain an active lifestyle
- Continue doing what you enjoy
Why Choose Blizard Physiotherapy?
GET active. STAY active. AGE active.
Everything we do is designed to help people continue enjoying life through movement.
Our sports massage therapists work alongside physiotherapists, meaning we understand not only how muscles feel—but why they become overloaded in the first place.
This allows us to provide treatment that’s based on clinical reasoning rather than simply following a massage routine.
When appropriate, we’ll also identify areas that may benefit from strengthening, mobility work or physiotherapy, helping you achieve longer-lasting results.
Sports Massage vs Physiotherapy
Many people aren’t sure which appointment to book.
Here’s a simple guide:
Sports Massage
- Tight muscles
- General stiffness
- Muscle soreness
- Recovery after exercise
- Feeling restricted
- Maintenance treatment
- Relaxing tight muscles
Physiotherapy
- Joint pain
- Recent injuryRecent injury
- Persistent pain
- Tendon injuries
- Nerve pain
- Swelling
- Diagnosis & rehabilitation
Still Unsure?
Don’t worry.
Our team will always recommend the most appropriate appointment. If you book a sports massage but physiotherapy would better suit your needs, we’ll explain why and ensure you receive the right treatment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does sports massage hurt?
Is sports massage only for athletes?
Not at all.
Most of our clients are everyday active people, office workers, parents, retirees and gym-goers.
If your muscles work hard, sports massage may help.
How often should I have sports massage?
This depends on your goals. Some people attend every few weeks while training.
Others simply come when they begin feeling stiff.
We’ll recommend a treatment plan that’s appropriate for your needs without encouraging unnecessary appointments.
Should I have sports massage before or after exercise?
Both can be beneficial.
Before activity, massage may help improve mobility.
After activity, it may assist recovery and reduce muscle tightness.
Can sports massage help back pain?
If your symptoms are primarily muscular, sports massage may help reduce tension and improve movement.
If we believe something else is contributing to your pain, we’ll advise whether physiotherapy would be more appropriate.
What should I wear?
Loose-fitting clothing or sportswear is ideal.
You’ll always be appropriately covered throughout treatment, exposing only the area being treated.
How long is an appointment?
Appointments typically last 30, 45 or 60 minutes, depending on your needs and the areas requiring treatment.
Can I exercise afterwards?
Usually yes.
However, if you’ve had a particularly intensive treatment, we may recommend lighter activity for the remainder of the day.
We’ll advise you based on your treatment.
Ready to Move More Comfortably?
Whether you’re preparing for an event, recovering after exercise or simply looking to ease everyday muscular tension, we’re here to help.
Book your sports massage today and discover how personalised, clinically informed treatment can help you keep doing what matters most.