Runner Sports Massage Therapy
Are you a Runner struggling with pain, limited range of motion, or hindered performance? Are you tired of pushing through the pain while running? Look no further! Neuromuscular massage is the secret weapon you've been searching for. we will delve into the specific muscle groups used by Runners, common injuries, and how routine maintenance massages can provide you with a competitive advantage.
Runners Most Used Muscles :
Running is a demanding sport that requires strength, endurance, and proper technique. However, even with the best training, runners can experience pain, reduced mobility, muscle weakness, and fatigue. These issues might be symptoms of myofascial pain syndrome (MPS), caused by myofascial trigger points. Neuromuscular sports therapy (NMT) offers significant benefits to runners by addressing these specific physical demands and common issues.
Quadriceps
Trigger Point Locations
Along the front of the thigh, especially near the hip and knee joints
Referral Patterns
Front of Thigh & Runners Knee ​
Neuromuscular Therapy Benefits
NMT reduces knee pain and enhances running efficiency by addressing quadriceps trigger points and improving muscle function.
Calves
Trigger Point Locations:
In the upper part of the calf (gastrocnemius) and deeper calf muscle (soleus).
Referral Patterns
Pain can travel down the back of the leg and into the Achilles tendon and foot.
Neuromuscular Therapy Benefits
NMT helps prevent Achilles tendonitis and shin splints by releasing calf muscle trigger points and improving lower leg mobility.
Hip Flexors
Trigger Point Locations:
Front of Hip
Referral Patterns
Pain can spread to the lower back, groin, and front of the thigh.
Neuromuscular Therapy Benefits
NMT enhances hip flexion and knee lift by addressing hip flexor trigger points, improving running form and reducing lower back strain.
Gluteus
Trigger Point Locations:
Buttocks
Referral Patterns
Pain can radiate to the Lower back, hip, down the leg​
Neuromuscular Therapy Benefits
NMT stabilizes the pelvis and reduces lower back and hip pain, improving overall running stability and power.
Hamstrings
Trigger Point Locations:
Throughout the back of the thigh, especially near the hip and knee attachments.
Referral Patterns
Pain can extend along the back of the thigh, behind the knee, and sometimes into the calf.​
Neuromuscular Therapy Benefits
NMT alleviates hamstring tightness and prevents strains, enhancing hip extension and overall stride power.
Core Muscles
Trigger Point Locations:
In the abdominal muscles,
Referral Patterns
Pain can radiate into the lower back, ribcage, and pelvis.
Neuromuscular Therapy Benefits
NMT strengthens core stability and reduces lower back pain, enhancing overall running posture and endurance.
Youth Runners
Unlocking Scholarships and Professional Goals:
Hey there, coaches, parents, and young athletes! Are you all about leveling up your running skills while keeping injuries at bay? Well, you're in luck because we've got a winning strategy just for you.
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For young runners dreaming of big goals, from earning college scholarships to pursuing a professional career, understanding how to navigate this journey can be both exciting and challenging. By integrating neuromuscular sports therapy from Elite Recovery into your training routine, you not only enhance your performance and prevent injuries but also position yourself as a competitive candidate for scholarships and professional running careers. With personalized treatment plans, accelerated recovery, and comprehensive support, Elite Recovery empowers youth runners to achieve their full potential on and off the track.
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Take Action: Book Your Appointment
Embrace the opportunity to optimize your athletic journey with Elite Recovery’s neuromuscular sports therapy, and pave the way towards realizing your running dreams!
Feel safe knowing:
As a parent of three athletes, I know the importance of trust and care. At Elite Recovery, your athletes are more than clients—they're family. We empower them to ask questions, adjust pressure, and understand their recovery process. Coaches, Teams, and Athletes—Partner with us to keep your team strong, pain-free, and performing at their best. Book a FREE 15-minute appt with Elite Recovery in Murrieta, CA today!
HOW CAN I BENEFIT YOU & YOUR TEAM?
I specialize in providing customized soft tissue pain relief and mobility solutions for elite athletes. I would love to become part of your sport performance team offering my expertise to athletes & teams looking to enhance performance and well-being, prevent soft tissue injuries and prepare injured athletes to return to competition.
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Enhanced Recovery:
Speed up muscle repair, reduce post-game soreness, and optimize recovery time between intense training sessions.
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Improved Flexibility:
increase your range of motion, allowing for fluid and efficient movements that give you an edge on the field
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Mental Focus:
Reduce stress and anxiety, improve mental clarity, and enhance overall well-being, allowing you to perform at your best.
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Injury Prevention and Recovery:
I prioritize the well-being of your athletes and aim to reduce the risk of injuries. Trained in Neuromuscular Therapy, FST-Neuromyofascial Tissue Practice, and Vodder Certified Manual Lymph Drainage, enabling me to identify potential areas of weakness or imbalance and provide targeted treatments to prevent injuries. In case of injuries, we offer effective recovery strategies to expedite healing and get your players back in the game.
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Pain Relief and Management:
I address muscle imbalances, release tension, and identify potential injury-prone areas, helping avoid setbacks and stay in peak condition. I understand that football players often experience chronic pain due to the physical demands of the sport. I have extensive experience in managing and alleviating pain through personalized soft therapy sessions. I work closely with your athletic team to understand their pain patterns and provide relief, allowing them to focus on their performance without discomfort.
Where Is Your Pain?
Pain has a pattern. When you come in for your session there is no guessing what soft tissue is contributing to your pain we are well verse in the pain patterns of the body.
Your nervous system is the command center for your body the nerve trunk that supplies a specific joint also supplies the muscles of the joint, as well as the tendons, skin and related muscles. This complex system regulates your body’s systems & guides almost everything you do and allows you to experience your environment. The nervous system holds the key to the body’s incredible potential to heal itself
