The Initial Assessment
In order to develop a successful treatment plan, it is important that I am able to gain as much information as I can surrounding your problem, as well as your goals and expectations of a Remedial or Sports Deep Tissue Massage. The initial assessment, therefore, involves me taking a detailed history of your problem, as well as your general health, activities and any current medication you are taking.
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Following this, a physical examination is undertaken, where you may be asked to remove some of your outer clothing. Please make me aware if anything makes you feel uncomfortable, as it is important that you are as comfortable as possible throughout your appointment. The assessment usually involves observing movement, testing muscle strength, range of movement, muscle spasm as well as feeling for any signs of inflammation. Any findings will then be discussed with you, to help you understand your problem, so together we can decide on the best possible treatment plan.
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Sometimes, I may decide that a massage is not the best option for you at this time, possibly because you need further assessment from another health care professional. This may mean that I advise you to see your general practitioner or consultant.
What to Wear
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To carry out an accurate and thorough assessment and/or massage, it is important that I am able to observe & touch the necessary body parts, whilst maintaining your comfort and dignity. It is, therefore, important that you dress appropriately for your appointment.
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Please wear a pair of lined shorts & ladies also wear a rear clip bra that can be undone at the back, for upper back, neck or shoulder problems
What to Bring
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Please bring any relevant documentation, such as scan or imaging results related to your problem.
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Please also bring a list of any current medication you may be taking. If you have a running injury, it is useful if you bring along your current running footwear.
Cancellation Policy
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SED sports Massage Therapy follows the industry code, where I would expect a minimum of 24 hours’
notice to cancel your appointment. If this is not adhered to, I do charge the full cost of your appointment.
Proceed from the Hook Village centre roundabout down Elms Road. The SED Sports Massage Clinic is opposite the Hook Life Church. Please see opposite the Life Church (approx 150 m from the roundabout on the left) the high fir trees and access the clinic, via the pedestrian gate within the Fir tree hedge. Enter through the gate and ring the front doorbell