Sports Therapy

Service Description

What is Sports Therapy? Sports therapy is a clinical approach focused on: * Diagnosing injuries and pain * Treating the root cause * Restoring movement and function It blends hands-on treatment with structured rehabilitation. ⸻ Sports Therapy vs Sports Massage While sports massage focuses on muscle tension, sports therapy: * Identifies why the problem is happening * Treats both symptoms and underlying causes * Includes rehab exercises to prevent recurrence ⸻ Conditions We Treat * Lower back pain * Shoulder pain and impingement * Knee pain (e.g. runner’s knee) * Tendon injuries * Muscle strains * Postural dysfunction * Persistent or recurring pain ⸻ What Happens in a Session? Your session may include: * Detailed consultation and assessment * Movement and strength testing * Hands-on treatment (massage, mobilisation, release work) * Personalised rehab exercises * A clear recovery plan ⸻ Who is Sports Therapy For? * Ongoing or recurring pain * Injuries that haven’t fully healed * People returning to sport * Anyone wanting a long-term solution ⸻ Book a Sports Therapist in St Albans If you want to properly understand and resolve your pain, sports therapy is the most effective place to start.