WHAT IS SOFT TISSUE THERAPY?

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“Soft Tissue Therapy is the management, manipulation, and rehabilitation of soft tissues of the body including muscles, 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”. The Sports Massage Association (SMA)

It is a manual therapy that helps with a range of soft tissue issues by using techniques that focus on reducing tension in muscles and connective tissues to improve mobility and range of movement.  It also interacts with the neuromuscular system to calm the nervous system and reduce guarding which can lead to chronic pain.

It combines functional assessment, hands on treatment by way of massage and special techniques, rehabilitation, and exercises to reduce pain and improve function.  It can help with sports injuries, work related imbalances, general aches and pains, chronic pain while improving mood and reducing anxiety.