Soft Tissue Therapy
Soft Tissue Therapy is the management, manipulation and rehabilitation of soft tissues of the body including muscles, fascia, tendons and ligaments. It is applicable not just to sports people but to anybody wishing to guard against or recover from a soft tissue injury.
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The main aim of Soft Tissue Therapy is to restore muscle balance and functionality, whilst addressing any issues with associated fascia, tendons and ligaments, simultaneously improving the movement of joints.
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To achieve long lasting results and successful rehabilitation, Ruth aims to deliver an individually tailored, high quality treatment using a combination of soft tissue therapy techniques including:
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Sports massage
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Individual stretching sessions
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Deep relaxing therapeutic massage
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Fascial Manipulation
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Benefits of Soft Tissue Therapy include:
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Improved flexibility
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Enhanced circulation
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Aid joint mobility
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Support the rehabilitation of injury
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Promotes relaxation, thus reducing the effects of stress and anxiety
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Postural improvement and correction
Common conditions treated by Soft Tissue Therapy include:
• Poor posture and related problems
• Aches and pains including muscle tension, back, shoulder and neck pain
• Headaches and migraines
• Fatigue
• Repetitive stress injuries
Ruth competes at a high level in dressage so understands the stresses and strains placed upon the elite athlete’s body. Regardless of your experiences in sport or exercise, whether you exercise socially or compete to an international level – Soft Tissue Therapy may have something to offer you.