Frequently Asked Questions

If you’ve not had soft tissue therapy before, these FAQs will help to explain what’s involved and what to expect.

If you have any questions that are not answered here please get in touch.

What to expect during my first appointment?

Your first appointment will include a consultation involving medical and health history, a posture assessment and if needed – injury specific assessments so together we can locate the cause of your pain and muscle dysfunctions and determine what types of treatment will work for your specific needs.

Will sports massage soft tissue therapy work for me if I don’t play sport?

Yes, of course. Because our muscles and other soft tissues help us carry out everyday activities they can easily be injured doing those activities as well as poor posture. Sports massage and soft tissue therapy will help to relieve your aches and pains and improve your posture to prevent long term pain.

Will it hurt?

When applied correctly, Sports massage and soft tissue therapy should not cause pain. However, to breakdown muscle and other soft tissue dysfunction and restore mobility some techniques may cause some discomfort. If the levels of discomfort are too much I will work with your needs to adjust the pressure and use alternative techniques to treat your issues.

What should I wear?

Some treatments may require items of clothing to be removed to gain best results. Towels are used to cover up your body apart from the area that is being treated. Some techniques may require active and passive movements so clothing that you can move in easily and comfortably is always the best option.

Female clients who require treatment their back are asked to wear a bra with a strap to allow for better access for a more complete treatment. Your comfort is always a priority, any items of clothing that may be asked to be removed is done so at your discretion.

Other techniques other than massage can be applied and have great benefits with clothes on if you do not wish to remove any items of clothing.

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If you have any further questions, please get in touch and Nicky will be happy to help.

Caitlin Stevens

I have been seeing Nicky for a few months and I can’t recommend him highly enough! He is professional, knowledgeable and really takes the time to understand what is going on. The sessions feel very tailored, and Nicky explains things clearly so you understand what he is working on and why. He also provides exercises to do at home, which have been so helpful. Since seeing Nicky, I’ve noticed a great improvement in my range of motion, reduced tightness and aches, and better form in the gym.

Kate

I go to Nicky with my aches and pains knowing that he will listen to me and work on my body to ease things so that I can continue to train and compete. I always leave my appointment feeling so much better than when I went in.

Javi Ordiales

The best soft tissue massage, treatment and post session exercises I had in years. I work in the office and always end up with neck stiffness and back trigger points. Nicky offers a comprehensive treatment and helps me keeping my back moving. Highly recommend.

Joana L

Nicky provides rounded, comprehensive assessment and treatment. I have so far had five sessions for a long-standing issue and I am extremely pleased with my care and resulting progress.

Louise Walker

Kind , caring and hugely knowledgeable-Nicky has helped repair my sports back injury with massage and specifically targetted exercise- highly recommended

Janine Freeston

I am very impressed by Nick's indepth knowledgeable composit approch from assessment to recovery plan. From the first session I already see progress so the company is aptly named. Highly recommended!

michael marshall

I have used Nicky's service just the once to help with pain to my mid-upper back. Nicky was very thorough, went through my case history and movement range before treating. Following the massage and stripping of muscles Nicky gave me a number of exercises to help ease off the pain. Very professional, thorough and would definitely recommend Nicky.

Reg French

I have used Nicky’s service for around 12 months following a fall, and injury to my neck. Within the first few sessions my neck had improved immensely. Nicky gave me exercises to do at home and in the gym to aid my recovery, which have been very beneficial. I find that regular sessions help me keep flexible, fit and to cope with the rigours of life in my 60’s.

Stephen O'Halloran

Detailed questions asked re the problem to be treated and my medical history in general. Treatment plan formulated, discussed and agreed. Hands on deep tissue massage then undertaken which was quite painful at times but got to the heart of the problem. Follow up exercises demonstrated and undertaken and an email showing these details then followed for future reference.

John Warnock

I had my first session with Nicky about my hip.issue Nicky was very friendly and professional my hip is already feeling better after doing the exercises Nicky sent very pleased John warnock