Runners and cyclists
Target muscular tightness or sensitivity associated with repetitive training and recovery demands.
SPORTS THERAPY ONE
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy
Targeted soft tissue treatment using specialist instruments to help reduce muscular discomfort, improve movement and ease areas that feel tight or restricted.
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy, often referred to as IASTM, uses specially designed stainless-steel instruments, including RockBlades®, alongside hands-on treatment and movement.
Treatment is adapted to your comfort, symptoms and goals and may be incorporated into a Sports Massage or Sports Therapy appointment where appropriate.
INSTRUMENT ASSISTED SOFT TISSUE THERAPY
What is Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy?
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy uses specially designed tools to apply controlled pressure and movement across the skin and underlying soft tissues.
At Sports Therapy One, RockBlades® instruments may be used to work precisely around areas of muscular tension, sensitivity or restricted movement.
Treatment may be combined with Sports Massage, active movement, stretching or rehabilitation exercises depending on what is most appropriate for you.
The aim is not to scrape the skin, break down scar tissue or cause heavy bruising. Treatment should feel purposeful and controlled, with pressure adjusted throughout the appointment.
POTENTIAL BENEFITS
How treatment may help
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy may provide short-term improvements in muscular discomfort and range of movement, particularly when combined with appropriate movement and exercise.
It is not used as a standalone cure. It is one treatment option that may form part of a wider Sports Massage, Sports Therapy or rehabilitation appointment.
WHO MAY BENEFIT?
Treatment for sport, work and everyday movement
You do not need to be an athlete to benefit. Treatment may be suitable for active people, manual workers, office workers and anyone experiencing muscular discomfort or restricted movement.
Gym and fitness enthusiasts
Help manage muscular stiffness and restricted movement alongside regular training.
Office and desk workers
Address tension around the neck, shoulders, upper back and hips linked with prolonged sitting.
Manual and physical workers
Support recovery from repetitive lifting, carrying, standing and physically demanding work.
People returning from injury
Treatment may be incorporated into rehabilitation when hands-on therapy is considered helpful.
Anyone feeling restricted
Treatment may be suitable where muscular tightness or sensitivity makes movement uncomfortable.
YOUR APPOINTMENT
What to expect from treatment
Your appointment begins with a brief consultation so treatment can be adapted to your needs, comfort and any relevant health considerations.
Discuss your needs
We will talk about the area you would like treated, how it is affecting you and any relevant injury or medical history.
Check your movement
Where appropriate, movement or range of motion may be checked to identify what feels restricted or uncomfortable.
Targeted treatment
Instrument treatment may be combined with massage, movement or rehabilitation exercises according to your needs.
COMFORTABLE AND CONTROLLED
What does treatment feel like?
You may feel pressure, warmth or a mild scraping sensation as the instrument moves across the skin. Treatment should remain tolerable and the pressure can be reduced at any time.
Adjusted throughout
Pressure is adapted to your comfort and how the area responds.
You remain in control
You are encouraged to provide feedback throughout treatment.
Mild redness may occur
Temporary redness can develop, but heavy bruising is not the aim.
Practical guidance
Advice about movement, activity or rehabilitation may be provided.
CHOOSING THE RIGHT APPOINTMENT
Sports Massage or Sports Therapy?
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy is a treatment technique rather than a separate clinical assessment. It may be included within a Sports Massage or Sports Therapy appointment.
Sports Massage is usually suitable when you want hands-on treatment for muscular tightness, stiffness, fatigue or general maintenance.
Sports Therapy is more appropriate when you have a new injury, a specific area of pain, recurring symptoms or a problem requiring assessment and rehabilitation.
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Choose a Sports Massage or Sports Therapy appointment. Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Therapy may be incorporated where appropriate for your needs.
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