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Sports massage is designed to help athletes prepares their bodies for the best performances, recovering after an event, or better functioning during training. You do not have to be a sports professional to enjoy the benefits of a sports massage. Sports massage is also great for people with injuries, restricted range of motion and even chronic pain.

Sports massage is a type of Swedish massage that stimulates circulation of blood and lymph fluids.

There are four types of sports massages:

Pre-event sports massage: A short, stimulating massage 15 - 45 minutes before the event. It helps loosen the muscles to prevent injury.

Post-event sports massage: Is given within an hour or two of the event, to normalize the body's tissues.

Restorative sports massage: Is given during training to allow the athlete to train harder and with less injury.

Rehabilitative sports massage: Is aimed at alleviating pain due to injury and returning the body to health.

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