What is Sports Massage?
Sports massage is a specialised therapy designed to assist athletes and active individuals in preparing for, recovering from, and enhancing their physical performance. Performed by qualified Myotherapists and Remedial Massage Therapists, it utilises techniques like deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, and stretching. Sports massage is tailored to reduce muscle tension, alleviate soreness, promote recovery, and address a range of sports-related injuries.
Benefits of Sports Massage
How Sports Massage Works.
Sports massage enhances athletic performance by improving flexibility, strength, and muscle condition. It helps reduce muscle fatigue, alleviates soreness, and accelerates recovery from injuries or intense physical activity. By targeting muscle imbalances and tightness, sports massage aids in injury prevention and promotes faster recovery, ensuring athletes can perform at their best.
Feel Better For Longer
How Sports Massage Can Help.
Our skilled sports massage therapists utilise a variety of techniques tailored to your specific needs to enhance your performance and accelerate recovery. By combining deep tissue massage, trigger point therapy, stretching, and other remedial modalities like myofascial release and cupping, our therapists address muscle imbalances, reduce pain, and prevent future injuries. These personalised treatments optimise your body, helping you reach peak physical performance and maintain long-term musculoskeletal health.
What Can I Expect in a Sports Massage Session?
In a sports massage session, your remedial sports therapist will focus on your specific athletic goals, using sports-specific manual therapy techniques to assess, treat, and rehabilitate musculoskeletal pain and dysfunction. Whether addressing acute injuries, managing chronic issues, or preventing future injuries, each session will aim to reduce pain, enhance your recovery, and improve muscle function. By targeting key areas of tension and imbalance, we will help to optimise your body for peak physical performance and sustained athletic success.
What Our Clients Say
Frequently Asked Questions
You do not need a referral to see a sports massage therapist. You can book a sports massage directly without a GP or specialist recommendation. Sports massage is ideal for athletes, gym-goers, and active individuals seeking faster recovery, reduced muscle soreness, improved mobility, and injury prevention. Whether you’re training, dealing with tight muscles, or maintaining peak performance, sports massage therapy is easily accessible and highly effective.
Wear loose, comfortable clothing. You may be asked to partially undress depending on the area being treated, but towels and draping are always used for privacy.
Sports massage is generally safe when performed by a trained therapist. Mild soreness, bruising, or fatigue may occur after treatment, especially if deeper techniques are used. Serious side effects are rare but can include aggravation of existing injuries if not disclosed.
Booking a myotherapy, remedial massage or sports massage session is easy. You can book your appointment online through our website where you have access in real-time to our available times, dates and therapists. Online bookings are available 24/7 for your convenience at this link. Simply choose your preferred service, date, and time—and you’re all set. If you have any questions or need help choosing the right treatment, our team is happy to assist.
We have researched and invested in Alevo (Athlegen), the table of choice for many of the industries leading professional bodywork therapists. They feature an ergonomically designed contoured top, an integrated head cradle with armrest, the highest quality Dunlop cushioning and an exceptional height range to ensure both therapist safety, client comfort and the best possible experience. To date, we have not had a client who has not been impressed with the comfort which is offered during their treatments and we will continue to provide the highest quality service, products and equipment to our clients.
Melbourne Myotherapy Centre is Melbourne’s Premiere Neck, Back and Shoulder Pain Clinic offering Myotherapy, Remedial Massage and Sports Massage Therapy. We are located at 16/981 North Road, Murrumbeena, Victoria 3163. Our clinic is open Monday to Thursday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. If you would like to contact us, please visit our Contact Page and a member of our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Sports Massage is a form of Remedial massage and is not directly covered by Medicare in Australia. However, if you have a chronic condition managed under a GP’s Chronic Disease Management (CDM) plan, you may receive limited Medicare rebates for certain allied health services, which sometimes includes sports massage (remedial massage) when provided by practitioners with eligible qualifications. For most clients, private health insurance remains the primary avenue for remedial massage rebates. At Melbourne Myotherapy Centre, we do not currently provide services linked to Medicare or the NDIS. Please speak to your GP for more information.
At our clinic, we use Premax, Tui Balms, and Myolube, industry-leading massage creams and balms known for their premium quality, low-allergenic properties, and effectiveness in professional therapy. Premax provides superior grip and hydration with beeswax, aloe vera, and essential oils. Tui Balms, made with natural oils and organic beeswax, enhance massage flow while nourishing the skin. Myolube offers the ideal balance of glide and control for deep tissue and myofascial techniques. We’ve carefully selected these products to ensure client safety, comfort, and optimal treatment outcomes.
For a sports massage session, wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing or activewear that’s easy to move in and remove if needed. Depending on the area being treated, you may be asked to remove clothing related to the area being treated. Draping will always be used to maintain your modesty, privacy and comfort. For treatments targeting specific areas (like legs, shoulders, or back), it’s helpful to wear shorts or a sports bra. Your comfort is our top priority, so if you’re unsure, please do not hesitate to ask in advance so you can be prepared and feel comfortable.
After a sports massage, it’s common to feel relaxed, looser, and sometimes slightly sore—similar to how you might feel after a workout. This is due to deep tissue work that helps release tension and improve circulation. You may also notice improved flexibility and reduced muscle tightness. Mild soreness can last 24–48 hours and usually fades as your body recovers. Staying hydrated, doing gentle stretching, and resting will support the recovery process. Most clients feel noticeably better within a day or two and experience enhanced performance and mobility in the days following.