Sports massage is a type of massage designed to help athletes before, during, and after training. It is a deep form of soft tissue mobilization that can be applied in a sporting and non-sporting context. Sports massage can help increase flexibility, prevent injuries, improve performance, increase endurance, and help with healing after a sports injury. It can also be tailored to different sports and sporting injuries.

Sports massage often involves kneading and grasping of muscles and other soft tissues. The techniques used during a sports massage will depend on the training you are doing, your injury or condition, and the reason for your massage. A licensed massage therapist will evaluate your posture, the physical demands of your particular sport, and past sports injuries. They may use techniques such as effleurage, petrissage, and tapotement.

Sports massage is often not a relaxing type of massage and you might feel some discomfort during the massage. However, it can help release muscle tightness, increase blood flow through tight muscles, break down inflexible tissues, and stretch out muscles. Sports massage can also help improve blood and lymph circulation, muscle relaxation, and general relaxation.

In summary, sports massage is a targeted approach to treating minor and chronic injuries that uses a wide range of techniques to realign and loosen muscle fibers in individuals who experience sport-related tension. It is often recommended for athletes or individuals who engage in regular physical activity and are prone to sport-related injury.