Question 1

What’s the difference between sports massage and sports therapy?

Accepted Answer

Sports Therapy provided at Spire Injury Clinic uses multiple techniques including Sports Massage techniques. The key difference is the goal is to identify "what's gone wrong and why?" Not just treat where it hurts. The most common issue I see is people's bodies moving in a compensatory mechanic. This causes pain and dysfunction but the key question is always 'why?' So rather than just the muscular system being assessed the nervous and skeletal systems will both be assessed for dysfunction to identify the root cause.

Question 2

What if I’m not injured?

Accepted Answer

If you are suffering with pain or discomfort I will be able to help. I class being injured as not being able to do what you want to do. that could be playing football. That could be sitting in a car for 2 hours and not being crippled afterwards,

Question 3

What if I don't do any sport?

Accepted Answer

50% of the people who see me do no form of traditional structured exercise. Does that matter? No.

Looking after a young family probably covers more miles than your typical runner. Working in a supermarket, on a building site, in a kitchen is demanding just like doing something like CrossFit three times a week. But the people I see who need the most help are office workers. You don't have to be sporty and I won't try and push you to be.

Question 4

What do I wear to my appointment?

Accepted Answer

Please wear comfortable gym or exercise clothing. Shorts are ideal. If your injury is running-related, bring your oldest running shoes.

Question 5

What to Expect

Accepted Answer

I will review your form before you arrive. Your appointment will focus on assessing the root cause and tailoring treatment. You’ll leave with clear aftercare guidance and a recovery plan.

Question 6

Follow-Up Appointments

Accepted Answer

Each follow-up is 60 minutes. I will reassess, adapt treatment, and update your rehab plan as needed.

Question 7

Exercises for Recovery

Accepted Answer

I will provide a personalised rehab program and videos for your exercises at home.

Question 8

Payment Info

Accepted Answer

Payment is due at your appointment. Payments made via BACS, bank details will be provided in your aftercare email.

Question 9

Cancellation Policy

Accepted Answer

Cancellations under 48 hours are charged 50%, under 24 hours 100%.

Question 10

Clinic Location

Accepted Answer

The clinic address is:
Spire Injury Clinic, 50 Norman Drive, Old Sarum, Salisbury, Wiltshire, SP4 6FP
See the video on how to find the clinic.

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