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At Sports Massage Works we deal with individuals with muscle pain and tightness - anyone going to the gym, working at a desk or any injuries that Sports Massage can help with.

22/04/2026

Quick body check 👇

Take 30 seconds and notice this…

• Can you turn your head fully to both sides without stiffness?
• Do your shoulders sit evenly, or does one feel tighter?
• When you roll your shoulders back, do they feel smooth or restricted?
• Does your lower back feel tight when you stand up straight?
• Are you sitting evenly… or leaning to one side right now?

Most people don’t realise how much tension they’re holding until they actually stop and check.

And if something feels off — that’s your body trying to tell you something.

It’s not about waiting until you’re in pain.
It’s about paying attention before it gets there.

Because small restrictions now often turn into bigger issues later.

💬 What did you notice first?

20/04/2026

MOVEMENT IMPLICATIONS

If we have a leg length discrepancy (one leg longer than the other), then both sides will compensate and work together to level the pelvis during movement and standing.

Some implications of movement can include 👉 gait mechanics 👉 athletic performance 👉 long term issues

When our gait is altered, uneven our movements are compromised and we increase injury risk bringing on potential long term issues like joint degeneration, chronic muscle imbalances, persistent pain patterns and/or referred pain to other areas.

We must make sure our our posture is aligned correctly (sitting, standing, lying). This will determine how our body mechanics will work (lifting, pushing, carrying).

If we are out of alignment it affects both our posture and body dynamics and can explain why we are in pain and may have movement restrictions.

20/04/2026

Posture isn’t just about “sitting up straight.”

It’s about how your body holds itself through your day — at your desk, in the car, scrolling your phone, even how you stand waiting in a queue.

The problem?
Poor posture doesn’t always shout… it builds quietly.

• Tight shoulders
• Neck stiffness
• Lower back aches
• Tension headaches

Over time, that “normal” tension becomes your baseline — and you forget what it feels like to actually feel relaxed.

That’s where massage comes in.

Massage helps to:
✔️ Release built-up tension
✔️ Improve mobility and flexibility
✔️ Encourage better movement patterns
✔️ Give your body a reset

It’s not about forcing your posture into a “perfect” position —
it’s about helping your body move and feel better, naturally.

Because good posture isn’t something you hold…
it’s something your body supports.

If you’ve been feeling tight, achy, or “stuck” — your body might just be asking for a reset 🤍

17/04/2026

Compensations

We have an integrated system and when chatting with my client she had pain in her hamstring and glute.

Sometimes our system is compensating and the pain is referred from another area. In her case it was cross syndrome (opposite side of the body in the back area).

From a biomechanics point of view this could also be true because often our spine is restricted causing compensations to the hip or lower part of the body.

The spine and pelvis work well together and if we have lower body pain in the legs, for example, it could very well be stemming from the shoulder, spine or pelvis.

Watch this space as I continue to delve into the biomechanics world and learn more interesting facts!

When I qualify we can do kinetic chain tests on the pelvis 👉 spine 👉 shoulder 👉 knee 👉 foot to see what is causing your problem.

16/04/2026

Your Sacroiliac Joint (SIJ)

Do you know that the SIJ connects the spine to the pelvis, acting as a shock absorber for the lower body?

If it’s not working properly you may experience: lower back 👉buttock 👉 leg pain

What to do?

There are few treatments that can help reduce stiffness:
👉 physiotherapy
👉 strengthening exercises
👉 joint mobilisation
👉 massage

Well we can cover the massage part. If this is you, come on in for some relief.

15/04/2026

Sciatica explained: The nerve behind the pain💥

That sharp, shooting pain down your leg?
The dull ache that won’t quite go away?
The tingling, tightness, or burning sensation?

That could be sciatica.

It’s often caused by irritation or compression of the sciatic nerve — and it can make everyday things like sitting, driving, or even sleeping really uncomfortable.

But here’s the important part👇
It’s not just about where you feel the pain…
It’s about why it’s happening in the first place.

Tight muscles, postural strain, or overload from training can all play a role — and that’s where massage can really help.

✔️ Releasing tension in the lower back & glutes
✔️ Reducing pressure around the nerve
✔️ Helping your body move more freely again

It’s less about “fixing” the pain instantly…
and more about supporting your body so it can calm things down properly.

If you’ve been putting up with it for weeks (or longer)…
this is your sign to stop ignoring it.

Your body’s trying to tell you something — it’s worth listening. 💬

14/04/2026

🏃🏻‍♂️RUNNING 🏃🏻‍♂️THE LONDON MARATHON?

Don’t forget to get your pre run massage a few days before your run and your post run massage a day or two after your run.

Pre massage will help prepare your muscles for the run and the post massage will help promote muscle recovery.

ALL THE BEST IF YOU ARE RUNNING….

Don’t forget to warm up prior to your run. Don’t start off too quickly. Pace yourself and most of all - have FUN!!

13/04/2026

Why stretching isn’t fixing the problem

You’re stretching…
but it still feels tight.

So you stretch more.
And more.

But nothing really changes.

Here’s the thing 👇
Tightness isn’t always a flexibility problem.

Sometimes, it’s your body protecting you.

Muscles can tighten up because they’re overworking, compensating, or trying to stabilise something deeper.
So no matter how much you stretch…
your body just pulls you straight back to that same “tight” feeling.

It’s not that stretching is wrong —
it’s just not always the answer.

And this is where massage comes in.

Massage helps reduce that built-up tension,
encourages the muscles to switch off,
and gives your body a chance to reset —
instead of constantly bracing.

It’s less about the type of massage, more about what your body needs from it.

Sometimes that means:
• Releasing overworked areas
• Supporting weaker ones
• Combining movement and hands-on treatment

If you’ve been stretching and not getting anywhere…
your body might be asking for something more.

10/04/2026

INTRINSIC BIOMECHANICS 💪🏽

Looking at underlying factors that influence human movement. Assessing root causes rather than symptoms.

Looking at the kinetic chain to identify limitations or imbalances.

Watch this space as we learn more about the kinetic chain 👉 pelvis 👉 spine 👉 shoulder 👉 knee 👉 foot

09/04/2026

IS YOUR LEG SHORTER THAN THE OTHER ? 🦵

Possible compensations could include:

👉 toe walking - increased plantar flexion to lengthen the leg functionally
👉 knee hypertension- extending knee beyond neutral to increase length
👉 pelvic drop - pelvis may drop on the shorter side

If one leg is shorter or longer than the other there can be implications for movement in our gait mechanics, athletics performance and long term issues.

08/04/2026

You don’t notice tension building… until your body forces you to.

It starts small.

A slightly stiff neck in the morning.
Shoulders creeping up by the end of the day.
That low-level ache you brush off as “just tired.”

But your body keeps score.

Over time, that “normal” tension just becomes what you’re used to — and you forget what it actually feels like to be properly relaxed.

Massage isn’t just about fixing pain when it gets bad.
It’s about resetting your body before it gets there.

Less tension.
Better movement.
A body that feels like yours again.

If you can’t remember the last time you felt properly relaxed… this is your sign. 💆‍♀️

06/04/2026

Sports Massage vs Deep Tissue… what’s the difference? 🤔

They might feel similar… but they’re actually used for different reasons.

Sports Massage 🏃‍♂️
Not just for athletes!
This is focused on improving performance, preventing injury, and helping your body recover. It often targets specific areas based on your activity (running, gym, etc.) and can include stretching and movement.

Deep Tissue Massage 💆‍♀️
This is all about releasing chronic tension.
Slower, deeper pressure is used to work into tight muscles and those stubborn knots that have been building up over time.

So which one do you need?

👉 Training, active lifestyle, or specific niggles? → Sports massage
👉 General tension, tight back/shoulders, stress? → Deep tissue

Sometimes… it’s actually a mix of both 👀

The key thing?
It’s not about the label — it’s about what your body actually needs.

Ready to feel the difference?
Book your massage today

Address

Mulgrave Road, Belmont
Sutton
SM26LX

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 8pm
Tuesday 10am - 8pm
Wednesday 10am - 5pm
Thursday 10am - 8pm
Friday 10am - 8pm
Saturday 10am - 5pm

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+447940452121

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