Treatments

Sports Therapy for Active Bodies

Whether you’re recovering from injury, working through postural imbalances, or looking to improve your performance, our sports therapy sessions in Kingston are tailored to your individual needs. Every treatment begins with a thorough assessment to ensure your care is targeted and effective.

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📋 What to Expect at Your Appointment

Each session typically includes:

• Postural assessment
• Joint and muscle testing
• Functional movement analysis
• Diagnosis and personalised treatment plan
• Rehabilitation and exercise prescription

We take a fully hands-on approach – rather than relying on machines or electrotherapy. Treatments often involve:

• Deep tissue work
• Joint mobilisation
• Friction techniques for tendons and ligaments
• Muscle stretching and activation

To perform soft tissue techniques, your therapist will apply massage oil or talc directly to the skin. If you have any allergies or sensitivities, please let us know in advance so we can adapt the treatment accordingly.

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⚠️ Skin Sensitivity Warning

In rare cases, oil can become trapped in hair follicles and cause mild skin irritation resembling an acne-like rash. While not harmful, it may feel sore. If you’re concerned or have experienced this before, please tell your therapist.

Top tips to minimise risk:

• Shave the treatment area beforehand (if appropriate)
• Shower soon after your session
• Let us know about any allergies or reactions you may have

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🔄 After Your Treatment

It’s not uncommon to feel some tenderness after deep tissue or mobilisation work – especially if it’s your first session. This will usually settle within 1–4 days.

As your body begins to rebalance and realign, you may experience muscle soreness as it adjusts to improved movement and posture. This is perfectly normal and part of the process of becoming stronger and more stable.

What you might feel:

• Mild muscle soreness
• Temporary fatigue
• A noticeable improvement in movement
• A sense of release and lightness

Most patients feel energised and more mobile shortly after treatment.

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💧 Post-Treatment Advice

To get the most out of your session, we recommend:

• Drink plenty of water to aid recovery and flush out toxins
• Apply ice or warmth to ease any soreness, if advised
• Avoid intense training on the day of treatment (unless otherwise directed)
• Keep warm, and follow any specific aftercare instructions provided

If you ever have any questions or concerns, just speak to your therapist – we’re here to support your full recovery.

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👕 What to Wear

Please wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing.

• Running shorts, a t-shirt or vest top are ideal
• You may need to partially undress depending on the area being treated, but your comfort and dignity will always be respected