massage techniques

Please note: FGMT is now the Soft Tissue Clinic of Brighton

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we take a detailed personal medical history from you on your first visit. from this we can then plan a treatment programme tailored to your individual requirements using the advanced massage techniques that will suit you best.

deep tissue
deep tissue massage is a general term covering a range of different techniques working slowly and deeper into the muscle tissue enabling muscle relaxation, breakdown of scar tissue and detox after sport or general exercise.

soft tissue release
soft tissue release is a combination of stretching and pressure techniques applied to specific muscles where muscle fibres are congested or restricted. soft tissue work can be very effective at increasing their range of movement, relieving pain, preventing injury and helping to repair existing injuries.

trigger point therapy
trigger points are knots in muscle tissue which are tender to the touch. trigger points often cause pain. for example trigger points in the shoulder can cause pain in the neck and head. we can treat a range of problems through the use of pressure to release specific trigger points.

stretching
we like stretching because it feels good! stretching helps to strengthen and relax individual muscles, increase flexibility and reduce the risk of injury. stretching can be passive where you lie back and we do it for you or active where we ask you to help out to achieve a deeper stretch. we can also show you how to self-stretch so that you can continue to benefit from the effects of your treatment at home.

myofascial release (mfr)
myo – meaning muscle – fascia(l) – the network of connective tissue which interlinks all parts of the body – release.
muscular restrictions in fascia as a result of physical or even emotional trauma cause it to become stuck and dehydrated and this leads to myofascial pain. mfr is a muscle energy technique which releases fascial restrictions and restores full flexibility and hydration to muscles.

cryo/thermal therapy
cryo and thermal therapy is the use of hot and cold in treatments. cryo therapy is the application of cold, either with ice packs or cold stones, to help reduce swelling, decrease inflammation and pain and can be used in the treatment of acute injuries.
thermal therapy is the application of heat, either with heat pads or packs or hot stones, to help relax tight muscles and loosen fascia and is particularly effective for treatment of chronic conditions and older injuries.
contrast bathing is where hot and cold is used alternately to help ease chronic pain conditions.

craniosacral therapy (cst)
Craniosacral therapy is a subtle hands-on technique which assists the body’s natural ability to heal itself. CST is used to detect and correct imbalances in the craniosacral system which consists of the membranes and fluid that surround the brain and spinal cord. it extends from the bones of the skull, face and jaw (which make up the cranium) down to the sacrum, or tailbone area. CST work can affect all areas of the body to help release tension, reduce physical aches and pains, improve acute and chronic conditions, reduce emotional stress and generally improve wellbeing, health and vitality.