Not at all. Sports therapy is for anyone dealing with a musculoskeletal problem — whether you train five times a week or sit at a desk all day. If something hurts or isn’t moving right, it’s worth getting looked at.

Yes. Regular sports massage is just as useful as a maintenance tool as it is for injury treatment. Many clients book on a routine basis to manage training load, aid recovery, and stay on top of tension before it becomes a problem. You don’t need a specific complaint to benefit from treatment.

Sports massage is a form of soft tissue therapy that works on muscles, tendons, and connective tissue. It can help reduce muscle tension, improve circulation, ease tightness, and support recovery from training or injury. Unlike a relaxation massage, sports massage is more targeted and clinical — focused on what your body actually needs rather than a general head-to-toe.

It can be uncomfortable at times, particularly when working on areas of significant tension or tightness. That said, it should never be unbearable — there’s a difference between productive discomfort and unnecessary pain. I’ll always check in throughout the session and adjust pressure based on what you can tolerate and what’s actually useful.

Both assess and treat musculoskeletal injuries and there’s significant overlap in practice. The main difference is the training pathway. Sports therapy is a sport and exercise science degree with a strong focus on athletic populations, soft tissue therapy, and rehabilitation. For sports and exercise-related injuries, a qualified sports therapist works within exactly the same clinical space as a physio. I’m a First Class graduate Sports Therapist, SST member, and currently completing a Master’s in Sport and Exercise Medicine.

We start with a conversation — your history, what’s been going on, and what you want to get out of treatment. From there I’ll carry out a physical examination before any hands-on work begins. Come wearing or bring clothing that gives access to the area — shorts for anything lower limb, a loose t-shirt or vest for upper body.

No. You can book directly without a GP letter or referral. If anything comes up during your assessment that I feel needs further investigation, I’ll tell you clearly and point you in the right direction.

Roughly the size of a single bed — a living room, spare room, or garage all work fine. I bring the treatment couch and everything else needed.

I’m based in Swindon and cover the surrounding area including Royal Wootton Bassett, Cricklade, Highworth, Wroughton, and nearby villages. I also run clinic sessions at Dyer Street Clinic, Cirencester. Not sure if you’re in range — just get in touch and I’ll confirm.

Payment is taken at the end of the session. I accept cash, card, and bank transfer — whatever works for you.