Fumi Yamaguchi | Massage therapist in putney & fulham
Sports Massage
I tailor my approaches/methods to each individual, taking their unique lifestyle into consideration when coming up with a plan. I am more than happy for you to give me a call or send me an email so that we can discuss your needs.
Recovery
As a Sports/ Remedial massage therapist, my job role is to utilise advanced manipulation techniques such as Soft Tissue Massage, Soft Tissue Release, Muscle Energy Technique and Trigger Points Technique which aim to alter tissue status and reduce ache and pain, reduce swelling and muscle restriction. Sports massage enhances the recovery from intensive physical activity, injuries from repetitive activities and inappropriate exercise activities. It also corrects poor posture and ultimately prevents further injuries for both athletes and non-athletes.
We offer incentivised massage packages for you to achieve maximum benefits from Sports/Remedial massage for someone who would like to have ongoing treatments for chronic pain, acute pains and stress release as well as prevention of injury.
Relaxation
Sports massage also improves blood circulation and flow, encourages distribution of oxygen to the body and eliminates toxin and lactic acid in muscles. During high intensity activities the body releases Endorphins, serotonin and dopamine as positive hormones which make muscles relaxed whereby treatment from Sports and Remedial massage will gain a positive phycological effect.
Sports/Remedial massage treatment also eases several conditions of the muscles, tendon and ligaments and fascia (a form of fibrous connective tissue that wraps around and supports every structure in your body).
How it Helps
Some treated conditions include:
- Postural tensions from desk work
- Sciatica
- Shoulder and rotator cuff injury
- Tight and restricted scar tissue which become very sticky and adhesive
- Overloaded by physical activity or trauma and weak muscles
- Post injury and surgery
- Chronic muscular pain
- Acute muscular pain
- Pre and Post event – prepare your body for a big event such as a half and full marathon
Benefits of Sports/ Remedial Massage
These benefits help to promote:
The small spinal joint movement which leads to create large spinal movements
The mobility of shoulder and neck joint by specific Muscles stretching to targeted muscles around the joints
Healing process of tissue in post injury and prevention of injury
Relaxed muscles and reduce stress level
The level of general physical activity and exercises
Improving imbalance muscles on upper, middle, and lower back causing by poor posture, inadequate sitting position and walking, pelvic position is not aligned
Reducing pain
Speed up recovery process in post injury
Pilates
Additionally, if you are interested to gain some Pilates Mat fundamentals exercises for the individual levels/ needs as a recommendation, I will be able to demonstrate them for your ongoing mobilisation and strengthening exercises at home, so that we can work together towards to achieve your personal goals.
The fundamentals of Pilates methods include the movement of correct alignment, movement with the breath and engagement of the centre core. In addition it focuses on:
- Body alignment
- Breathing technique (Lateral and thoracic breathing)
- Centering - Use deep abdominal muscles to help protect spine.
As you may know Pilates exercises assist to improve:
- Reduce any joint movement restriction or muscle tightness,
- Improve joint mobility and muscle flexibility
- Gain strengths and stabilisation of the pelvis, spine, scapula and shoulder girdle and neck though the correct alignment.
- Promote relaxation and help improve hormonal health with regular low intensity Pilates
Pilates enhances to improve menopause condition by the following:
- Promote hormone balances by increasing blood and lymph circulation which stimulates endocrine system to hormone production and regulation.
- Improve muscle strengths and tones to aid a loss of muscles mass and bone density.
- Increase joint mobility by conducting flexibility exercises.
- Assist to reduce stress and promote relaxation by controlled lateral breathing exercises
Pregnancy Massage
Massage experience in Pregnancy at GreenEspace.
We will help mothers to be relaxed and support her body during the period of physiological change which also helps to prepare the whole body for birth.
During pregnancy, the body can be strained in which massage can help to relieve aches and pains as well as other primary difficulties including:
- Lower back and Sciatic pain
- Carpo tunnel syndrome
- Muscular stiffness pain
- Calf cramps
- Swelling of hands and feet
- Headaches and migraines
- Sinus congestion
- Insomnia/ Fatigue
- Mood swings
Benefits of Pregnancy Massage
Relaxation
Relieve pain and stress
Improve circulation
Lymphatic drainage
Supporting the body during change
Prepare the body for birth
Practice deep breathing for birth preparation
release vital "feel good" hormones
Benefits for baby as well as mother
There are particular situations which are considered high risk for pregnant individuals, such as those with particular heart conditions. We strongly advise to first ask your GP or midwife to receive their consent prior to a massage appointment.
If you have any queries or concerns on this subject, I am happy to discuss with you prior to booking your appointment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Similar to sports massage, remedial massage is used to treat injury and musculoskeletal pain or dysfunction. Remedial massage techniques include soft tissue massage, trigger points therapy, joint mobilisation, and passive/ active stretching movements. The therapist will conduct a full consultation prior to the first session to find out your concerns, muscles ability, joint movement and to create the most appropriate treatment plan to meet your needs. The most common conditions for treatment include muscular imbalance in upper crossed syndrome from desk work, sciatica pain, chronic lower back pain, sports injuries, rotator cuffs injury, repetitive strain injury, wrist, knee and ankle injuries/ acute pain. Alternatively, same as Sports massage that body releases Endorphins, serotonin and dopamine as positive hormone which makes muscles to be relaxed and receive phycological effect from Remedial massage treatment.
You may feel mild pain or discomfort from some Sports massage techniques; however, clients will always be asked that they are comfortable with the pressure. We adjust the pressure depending on the areas of the body, the actual condition and the area surrounding the injuries sight. A client consultation is performed at each visit to discuss appropriate massage progression plan, to ensure that the client is comfortable and happy with the plan.
You may feel sore after a Sports/ Remedial massage due to stimulation of the muscles, but this really varies from each individual. For example, if the person has not had a Sports massage in a while or if it’s their first-time receiving a Sports massage, it is expected that soreness may be greater for this individual. But do not worry, the therapist will guide you with after care at the conclusion of your massage session. You may feel tired after a Sports Massage, so it is best not to conduct intensive exercises after the treatment, and it is recommended to hydrate your body well with frequent water intake.
Yes, the therapist can customise the pressure to your preference, so if preferred a light to medium pressure soft tissue massage and soft tissue release can be performed. We alter the massage pressure to include the effective lymphatic stroke and scalp massage so that you will feel relaxed in your phycological and physical, both way after the massage session.
Some benefits from pregnancy massage include:
Reduce swelling especially hands and feet
Lower back and sciatic pain
Muscular stiffness pain
Calf cramps
Headaches
Insomnia/fatigue
Mood swings
We perform pregnancy massage commencing 14 weeks of pregnancy and above, i.e. from the second trimester. Pregnancy massage will be performed on the side lying in a supine position with comfortable pillows, so that you will be safe and secure during the session.
We have sport massage lotion which is dermatologically tested and suitable for dry and sensitive skin, free of parabens, formaldehyde releasers and without any ingredients of animal origin. It has a pleasant texture without feeling greasy.
Alternatively, there is a grapeseed oil which has an anti-inflammatory property, strengthens and improves the quality of the skin.
We will always give you privacy to change or undress, depending on the area being treated. For example, if only lower body is treated, therapist may suggest you remove your trousers but keep your underwear and top on. Loose fitting shorts will be provided if you prefer to wear. Massage can also be done through thin, flexible clothing or through a towel if you prefer.
If you have any more queries regards to our services and an existing condition, please feel free to contact me to discuss.