Sports massage prevents and treats injury as well as enhances athletic performance. This massage is typically used before, during, and after athletic events.
Sports massage is specifically designed for people who are involved in physical activity, including sportsmen to help them to prepare their bodies for optimal performance, recover after a big event, or function well during training. Sports massage emphasizes prevention and healing of injuries to the muscles and tendons. The purpose of the massage is to prepare a person for peak performance, to drain away fatigue, to reduce muscle tension, to promote flexibility and prevent injuries.