• Runners: Manage tight calves, hamstrings, and hips for faster recovery.
• Cyclists: Relieve lower back, quads, and hip tension for better posture and pedalling.
• Gym users & weightlifters: Ease soreness and improve flexibility.
• Swimmers: Maintain shoulder mobility and prevent strains.
• Boot camp/CrossFit participants: Speed up recovery and prevent overuse injuries.
• Yoga & Pilates enthusiasts: Release muscle tension and enhance body awareness.
• Team sport players, dancers, and performers: Support injury prevention and recovery.

Not just for athletes! Anyone with an active lifestyle or a desk-based job can benefit from regular sports massage.

The Trumpington Clinic is in a quiet, relaxing setting in Trumpington, easy to reach from Chesterton, Grantchester, Romsey, and Newnham on foot, by bike, or by car.

We combine proven massage techniques, including deep tissue massage, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy, to address the root cause of your pain, not just the symptoms. Learn more...

Lower back pain is a common injury among athletes, affecting individuals across a wide range of sports, including running, football, basketball, tennis, and gymnastics. Learn more...

Sports massage is beneficial for relieving neck and shoulder pain and addresses common issues caused by prolonged sitting, stress, poor posture, or injury. Learn more...

Sports massage can sometimes cause strong sensations, especially in areas with significant tension or past injuries. However, it should never cross the line into sharp or intolerable pain. A good therapist will always check in with you, adjusting pressure so the experience remains effective yet comfortable. Some moments might be "intense," but you should feel safe to speak up if anything’s too much, think of it more as productive discomfort, not punishment.

Ultimately, the goal is relief and progress, not suffering. Most people report feeling liberated and looser after their session, often describing that “hurts-so-good” feeling common with techniques like deep tissue or myofascial release. If you have concerns about pressure or sensitivity, simply talk with your therapist—they’re there to support, not torture!

Your comfort is always the top priority during a sports massage. Therapists use clear communication throughout the session—checking in regularly about pressure, sensations, and any areas of sensitivity. Techniques are always adapted to your individual needs, meaning intensity is gradually increased only as far as you feel comfortable.

If you experience any discomfort at any point, your feedback guides the therapist’s approach, ensuring the massage remains effective, yet manageable. The goal isn’t to “work through” pain, but to create positive change without causing unnecessary discomfort. Approaches such as lighter strokes to warm up, targeted techniques for problem areas, and allowing for adjustments whenever needed all help you remain relaxed and confident in the process.

Your first visit begins with a friendly, in-depth assessment designed to pinpoint your needs and set you up for success. We’ll chat about your current activity level, training goals, medical history, and any aches or pains you’re experiencing. Expect a few gentle mobility and posture checks, nothing too strenuous, to help us understand how your body moves and where tension or discomfort may be hiding.

From there, we’ll discuss our findings together:

• Identify the likely causes of your pain or restriction
• Explain why these issues may have developed (hello, desk jobs and tight hamstrings!)
• Outline a tailored treatment approach, including which hands-on techniques will best support your goals

You’ll leave with clear recommendations (and zero jargon), so you know exactly what to focus on, whether that’s targeted massage, flexibility drills, home care tips, or advice on staying injury-free as you ramp up your activity. We’re here to demystify the process, answer your questions, and get you feeling both confident and comfortable as we start your treatment journey.

If you’re feeling uncertain about which massage or therapy would be most helpful for you, don’t worry, it’s common! We offer a complimentary 15-minute screening to help point you in the right direction. This relaxed chat gives you a chance to discuss your symptoms, questions, and goals with an experienced therapist.

There’s no obligation to book treatment after this session. If you do decide to continue, hands-on therapy can be arranged at a follow-up appointment, tailored specifically to your needs and concerns.

To check availability or speak directly with one of our therapists, simply get in touch, and we’ll help you take the next step with confidence.

Before your first treatment session, we always start with a quick triage conversation. This friendly, informal chat helps us get a clear picture of your symptoms, lifestyle, and what you hope to achieve. By gathering this information up front, we can match you with the therapist who’s best equipped to address your specific needs, whether you're dealing with a recent injury, managing ongoing soreness, or simply aiming for better mobility.

This step saves you valuable time, ensures a tailored approach from day one, and means you won’t waste appointments bouncing between practitioners. Ultimately, it’s about providing you with peace of mind, knowing that your care is precisely targeted from your very first visit.

We combine proven massage techniques, including deep tissue massage, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy, to address the root cause of your pain, not just the symptoms. Learn more...

Lower back pain is a common injury among athletes, affecting individuals across a wide range of sports such as running, football, basketball, tennis, and gymnastics. Learn more...

Sports massage is beneficial for relieving neck and shoulder pain and addresses common issues caused by prolonged sitting, stress, poor posture, or injury. Learn more...

102A Foster Road, Trumpington

Cambridge, CB2 9JR

Tel: 01223 666063