Why having a sports massage is far better for you than using a massage gun
In the past few years, massage guns have become very popular amongst the more active population. Aches and pains have been self-treated by the use of massage guns, but they can cause serious injuries if used incorrectly. It’s always best to take professional advice in the first instance, and ideally to seek ongoing help from […]
Four Signs You Need a Sports Massage… Now
Understanding when you need a sports massage is likely to improve your performance – if you’re particularly athletic – and your overall well-being. The body will send signals when some professional intervention is called for, so let’s take a look at the top four signs that indicate when you need a sports massage. Muscle Tightness […]
Four reasons to choose John Chin as your massage therapist
It can be quite a daunting prospect when looking for the right massage therapist, given the personal nature of the job involved. Clearly, for any potential client, feeling absolutely at ease and comfortable with both the therapist and the surroundings is of paramount importance. As a long-standing client of John Chin’s, I have four compelling […]
How does sports massage differ from other massage therapies?
In recent years sports massages have increased in popularity, and they’re not unlike other massage therapies in that a lubricant is used upon the client who will lie flat on a massage bed or table. For a massage to be considered a sports massage however, the therapist should be focusing solely on the rehabilitation of […]
Debunking the myths surrounding sports massage
There are a few myths surrounding sports massage, the major one being that it causes more harm than good. It’s important to note that the service should only be conducted by a qualified professional, and furthermore, any sports massage should be tailored to the client’s tolerance level in terms of pain threshold. Misconceptions that it […]
How gastrocnemius massage can indirectly benefit a meniscus tear
Following my previous massage sessions with John, and the issues that I’ve continued to experience with my knees, particularly the left one, he and I, after some discussion, decided that a loosening of the gastrocnemius muscle would be worth exploring. As with the soleus muscle, the gastrocnemius is used predominantly for posture and walking. It […]
How John Chin is helping to alleviate my osteoarthritis through massage techniques
Given my continued issues with a lack of cartilage in my knees, diagnosed as Level 4 Osteoarthritis, aside from a total knee replacement there is little I can do other than strengthening the muscles surrounding the knee as well as having those that are tight massaged by John Chin at his practice inside Gym Fit, […]
