Sports massage focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue. It aims to release patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on contracted areas. It also includes stretches, along with passive and active techniques.

Sports massage helps to break up and eliminate scar tissue.

The purpose is to "unstick" muscle fibres whilst releasing deeply-held patterns of tension and removing toxins. It is both corrective and therapeutic. Conditions that benefit apart from the relaxation, improved circulation include:

• Back and neck pain
• Stress
• Shoulder tension
• Sports injuries
• Aching muscles
• Fatigue