Sports Massage
The De Facto Choice for Pain and Injuries.
Sports Massage In Bedford
At The Body Sage Clinic in Bedford, sports massage is a core part of how we help people manage pain, recover from injury, and keep their bodies working well. While sports massage was originally developed for athletes, it has become one of the most effective hands-on treatments for muscular pain, stiffness, and movement restriction in people of all activity levels.
Our approach is practical, hands-on, and results-focused. Sports massage techniques are used across several of our services, depending on whether your goal is general recovery, performance support, or injury treatment. This page explains what sports massage actually is and helps you choose the most appropriate option for your needs.
What is Sports Massage?
Sports massage is a form of deep tissue massage that focuses on muscles, tendons, and connective tissue affected by load, strain, or repetitive use. It uses firm, targeted techniques to reduce tension, improve mobility, and support tissue recovery.
Although the name suggests it is only for athletes, sports massage is widely used to treat everyday muscular problems. These include back pain, neck and shoulder tension, running or gym-related aches, desk-based strain, and postural issues. It is commonly used by sports therapists, physiotherapists, and osteopaths as part of musculoskeletal care.
At The Body Sage Clinic, sports massage is rarely used in isolation. Instead, it forms part of a broader treatment approach, depending on what your body needs and how complex the issue is.
Our Sports Massage Options
Deep Tissue Sports Massage
This is our standalone sports massage option. It is designed for active people who want firm, purposeful treatment to support recovery, manage training load, and maintain performance. It is not intended for injury diagnosis, but it is more focused than relaxation-based massage.
Sports Performance Therapy
Sports Performance Therapy is for people who train regularly and feel restricted, inefficient, or held back by movement limitations rather than pain. It combines sports massage techniques with movement assessment, mobility work, and hands-on therapy to address functional issues affecting performance or recovery.
Injury Therapy and Injury Therapy Plus
Both of these services use sports massage extensively within a more structured framework. If you are dealing with ongoing pain, recurring problems, or injuries that have not responded well to massage alone, Injury Therapy or our advanced Injury Therapy Plus option is usually more appropriate. These sessions include assessment, hands-on treatment, and aftercare rather than focusing on massage alone.
If you are unsure which option is right for you, there are no wrong choices. We can always adjust your care as your needs change.
NOT SURE WHICH TREATMENT TO CHOOSE?
Sports Massage FAQs
Still have questions? Call us for a quick chat.
What should I wear for a sports massage?
Loose, comfortable clothing is ideal. You may be asked to adjust or remove clothing depending on the area being treated. Please avoid attending straight after intense exercise or in dirty work clothes.
Does sports massage hurt?
It can feel uncomfortable at times, but it should not be unbearable. Effective treatment does not require excessive pain, and your therapist will always work within your tolerance.
Will sports massage help with non-sports injuries?
Yes. Sports massage techniques are used to treat muscular problems regardless of how they occurred.
Why is it called sports massage it's for everyone?
The techniques were developed for athletes, but they apply equally well to muscular issues caused by work, posture, or daily activity.
Is there a consultation on my first appointment?
There may be a brief discussion to understand the issue, but the focus is on hands-on treatment. For more complex problems, Injury Therapy is often a better starting point.
What if you can't fix my problem?
If your issue is outside our scope, we will be honest and help guide you toward appropriate care elsewhere.
Meet Your Sports Massage Therapists
Indianah Lazuli - Chronic Pain Specialist
Indianah works with people experiencing persistent pain, recurring problems, and acute injuries, as well as those who want to feel more comfortable and confident in their body. Her approach is calm, person-centred, and focused on meaningful, long-term change rather than short-term relief alone. Using deep tissue massage and an integrative therapeutic approach, she considers how stress, lifestyle, movement patterns, and nervous system load influence pain. Indianah also offers structured care programmes for clients who want more consistent support beyond one-off sessions.
Therapies: Injury Therapy, Sports Performance Therapy, Deep Tissue Sports Massage, and leading the Chronic Pain Management Programme.
Aimee Lambdon - Sports Massage Therapist
Aimee is a Level 3 Sports Massage Therapist with a friendly, energetic approach and a strong appreciation for recovery and physical resilience. Inspired by endurance sport and her own experiences as an ultra-distance athlete, she understands the demands that training and everyday life place on the body. Aimee provides deep tissue and sports massage for general aches, mild pain, and training-related tension, helping clients feel looser, more comfortable, and better supported between workouts or busy periods.
Therapies: Deep Tissue Sports Massage.
