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Soft Tissue Therapy, Injury Rehab & Sports Massage.

24/01/2026

Client review...
"Highly recommend Alfie to anyone looking for general body maintenance or any kind of soft tissue massage pre/post injury." - Luke

22/01/2026

Shockwave is an acoustic wave which carries high energy to painful spots and myoskeletal tissues with subacute, subchronic and chronic conditions. The energy promotes regeneration and reparative processes of the bones, tendons and other soft tissues.

20/01/2026

TFD Therapy x Hyrox.
Common Hyrox Injuries

Iliotibial Band Syndrome.
- Stress along the outide of your leg from the hip to your knee can cause pain on the outside of your knee (aka runners knee).
- Running is a common cause, particularly if your hip and leg muscles aren't strengthened to help keep the knee stabilised.
- Releasing the IT band and hamstrings is crucial to help ITB syndrome and dry needling is one way we can achieve this.

Need our help with this? Get in touch with the team by calling 01235 772995 or by emailing therapy@tfdgym.co.uk

17/01/2026

Lower Back Pain...

Lower back pain is a fairly broad topic that can cover a wide range of issues including but not limited to structural issues with the spine or discs, restriction around the SIJ (sacroiliac joint – where your spine meets your pelvis), pelvis alignment, or soft tissue structures not working correctly causing imbalances.

One common way to help improve lower back pain is some gentle stretches and strengthening exercises in a controlled manner to help build strength through the lower back muscles as well as your glutes.

Strengthening your glutes and making sure they are working correctly will help to take any extra pressure off your back and spine. Your glutes are the most powerful muscles in your body so if they aren’t firing as they should then this puts a lot of stress on the surrounding muscles in the posterior chain – commonly the lower back. Weak or underactive glutes can mean there is no support for the lower spine and pelvis, hip mobility will also be affected and your posture, which in turn can cause more issues for the lower back.

Exercises such as glute bridges, bird dogs, dorsal raises and fire hydrants are just a few examples of exercises, along with stretches focusing on the lower back, that can help anyone whether you are suffering with lower back pain or are looking to prevent this from becoming a problem.

If in doubt with lower back pain, it is important to always seek advice from a therapist or medical professional.

If you are struggling with lower back pain, pop by reception to book an appointment. Otherwise, call us on 01235 772995 or email therapy@tfdgym.co.uk.

15/01/2026

Dry needling treats muscle tissue, and its goal is to reduce pain, inactivate trigger points and restore function. This can form part of your treatment from our Level 5 Soft Tissue Therapists Josh & Jo. Dry needling can be used for a wide variety of musculoskeletal issues, so get in touch to find out more.

13/01/2026

TFD Therapy x TFD Dance
Common Dance Injuries

Hamstring or Groin Strain.
- An over stretch of tissues in the hamstring or groin area.
- As dancers need to be flexible, it is common to strain muscles through overuse & stretching.
- Exercise rehab is crucial in recovering from hamstring/groin strains to get the right balance of strengthening & flexibility to gte back to full strength.

Get in touch with the TFD Therapy team if you think we can help, by calling 01235 772995 or by emailing therapy@tfdgym.co.uk

10/01/2026

Client review...
"I had an excellent experience with my recents sports massage at TFD Therapy. From start to finish, Alex was professional and attentive. He took the time to understand my training routine and identified the areas causing the most tension." - Phil

08/01/2026

Did you know, during Dry Cupping therapy, cups can be used in different ways? They can be placed and left in a static position, or they can be used dynamically to provide a deep tissue massage effect. Both methods of cupping therapy complement other therapy techniques such as Sports and Deep Tissue Massage, Soft Tissue Therapy and Dry Needling.

06/01/2026

Whether you are looking for injury rehabilitation support, or to enhance your performance – our qualified therapists can advise the best course of treatment for your needs...

03/01/2026

Understanding Pain and How Massage Can Help...

Pain is one of the most common reasons people seek massage therapy. Many people think of pain as something purely physical, a sign that something in the body is damaged or wrong. In reality, pain is more complex. It’s a natural part of being human, shaped by how our brain and body interpret signals.

- What Is Pain?
Pain is an output of the nervous system, a protective signal designed to alert us to potential harm. When the body senses threat or injury, the brain gathers information from nerves, the environment and past experiences to decide whether to produce pain. That’s why two people can experience the same issue but feel different levels of pain. Pain is real, but it doesn’t always reflect the amount of tissue damage. It’s influenced by biology, stress, mood and beliefs about what that pain might mean.

- How Massage Therapy Can Relieve and Manage Pain
Massage works on several levels to reduce pain and support recovery. Physically, it improves circulation, bringing oxygen and nutrients to muscles while helping remove waste products that contribute to soreness. It also releases tightness in surrounding tissues, easing pressure on joints and nerves. Massage also activates the parasympathetic nervous system, the body’s natural rest and recovery mode, lowering heart rate, blood pressure and cortisol levels. This combination helps the body feel calmer, more mobile and less reactive to pain signals.

- Finding the Right Balance
Pain is often the body’s way of asking us to slow down and listen. The goal isn’t to eliminate pain completely but to understand and manage it while supporting recovery. Regular sports massage can be a powerful protective tool, helping you stay ahead of pain, manage muscle tension and promote recovery before problems build up. It’s not just about relief but long-term resilience, allowing you to train, move and live with confidence.

At TFD Therapy, we combine sports massage, soft tissue therapy and stretch therapy to target the areas contributing to your pain and/or discomfort, helping you to recover faster.

01/01/2026

Happy New Year from the team at TFD Therapy!

We are here if you need us for all of your soft tissue therapy & sports massage needs. Pop by reception to book your appointment. Otherwise, call us on 01235 772995 or email therapy@tfdgym.co.uk

30/12/2025

Providing treatment and rehabilitation for sports and general injuries.

tfd therapy is our in-house sports injury clinic, offering sports massage and a range of sports therapies including shockwave therapy, dry needling, dry cupping and kinesiology taping. Whether you are looking for injury rehabilitation support, or to enhance your performance – our qualified therapists can advise the best course of treatment for your needs.

Address

TFD Health & Fitness, Grove Business Park, T2 Southern Unit
Wantage
OX129FA

Telephone

+441235772995

Website

https://tfdgym.co.uk/project/tfdtherapy/

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