{"product_id":"sports-massage-coming-soon","title":"Sports Massage and activation","description":"\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eThe physical effects of sports massage\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMuscle fibres can contract and therefore have good extensibility. Most of the restriction in the flexibility of a muscle derives from the connective tissue that surrounds the muscle and the muscle fibres. Rigorous massage movements, such as kneading and wringing, stretch and loosen the skin and underlying tissue. Increased localised blood circulation and temperature, during massage help the tissues become more pliable. This all helps restore flexibility and repeated bouts of stretching may lead to changes in connective tissue, plus an increase in the length of muscle fibres. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRelieves muscle tension\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eMuscle tension may be reduced by simple stroking actions that stimulate the peripheral nerve receptors which are nerve endings situated in the skin and underlying fascia that detect changes in the environment. Such changes in the environment may relate to temperature, pain, pressure and so on. Depending on the stimulus, the response may be for the muscle tension to increase or for muscles to relax. This is a reflex action, as distinct from the use of mechanical forces to stretch muscle fibres and connective tissues, as described above. We can now understand how discomfort or pain during massage would cause muscles to tighten up, while stroking movements help relax them.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImproves flexibility of muscle\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eStudies have shown that massage aimed at muscle relaxation can result in an increased range of motion in a joint. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReduces swelling\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSwelling may be caused by blood which has leaked out from torn blood vessels, or by fluids moving through the capillary walls into interstitial spaces. By massaging the area, an increase in movement and temperature within the soft tissues will increase lymph flow leading to fluids being reabsorbed into the circulatory system\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePain relief\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMassage may also be used for reducing perception of pain. By using massage to affect neurological change, the psychological perception of pain will also be altered, potentially leading to reduced muscle tension, less pressure on sensory nerve endings, and so creating cyclical alleviation of the pain symptom. This obviously plays an important role when dealing with injury management and rehabilitation.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eImportance of Muscle Activation\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRe-establish Neural Connections:\u003c\/strong\u003e Muscle activation helps to re-engage the nervous system with the muscle fibers that may have become somewhat dormant due to relaxation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEnhance Muscle Recruitment:\u003c\/strong\u003e This process can enhance your ability to recruit muscle fibers efficiently, which is crucial for optimal performance in strength or functional movements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eImprove Stability and Coordination:\u003c\/strong\u003e Activating muscles post-massage can improve stabilization of joints and overall body mechanics, which can prevent injury.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEvery session is 60mins\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe go by packages\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFree trial is available.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!----\u003e","brand":"Performance BikeFitter","offers":[{"title":"$520","offer_id":41704906031171,"sku":"","price":520.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$960","offer_id":41704907079747,"sku":"","price":960.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true},{"title":"$1320","offer_id":41704907112515,"sku":"","price":1320.0,"currency_code":"SGD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0549\/6550\/2019\/files\/SportsMassage_2024-06-13T05_11_49.088Z.png?v=1718255512","url":"https:\/\/www.performancebikefitter.mom\/products\/sports-massage-coming-soon","provider":"Performance BikeFitter","version":"1.0","type":"link"}