| 'Having suffered lower back and hip pain for the last 2 years I am amazed at the difference in only 2 visits!' Hips feel awesome no pain whatsoever. My only regret is that i didn't meet Chris years ago.' Mr Bayliss, Oxford |
Chris Chesterman MSMA(L4)
| Chris is a 'Sports Massage Association' qualified Sports Masseur, and he is also listed on the 'National Register of Sports Massage Practitioners' . |
| Chris is a level 4 qualified member of the Sports Massage Association which is the highest level recognised by the UK professional body and is listed on the 'National Register Of Sports Massage Practitioners'. As a freelance professional sports massage practitioner, Chris provides sports massage and Neuromuscular Reeducation for a wide variety of people at his sports massage clinic in Headington which is a purpose built extension on his home 6 days a week, including evenings. Chris built his clinic on the side of his home to provide flexible appointments and also allows him to keep his prices low as he now doesn't have to pay to rent a clinic. In his spare time Chris is also a Level 1 FA qualified football coach and coaches Quarry Rovers under 6 Football Club and is the proud sponsor of Oxford City Colts under 7's FC. My clients My clients come from all backgrounds and are not just athletes. There are tight neck and shoulder muscles to deal with, often simply the result of long hours working on the computer, older clients who are feeling the years of poor posture or old injuries that were never treated, then there are people who start a new fitness training and want to minimise risk of injury. I see many sports amateurs as well as professionals who use sports massage to improve their performance, local businesses who find themselves at a stressful period or maybe as a reward to their staff for their recent efforts and last, but not least, I regularly work with professional actors, dancers and musicians and have worked for productions such as; Lord of the Dance, Chicago, Stomp, The Jungle Book, Tracey Beaker, ITV (Lewis Productions) and the annual Oxford Pantomime (Oxford Playhouse). FAQ's
No, everyone benefits from a Sports Massage. Stress, posture, working from a desk, pregnancy etc all contribute to muscle strain & tension that can be relieved through good professional sports massage. How frequently should I have a Sports Massage? If it is assist your training approx every 1 - 4 weeks are advised. If you have an injury, it will depend on other factors that will be discussed. Generally, for muscle stress/maintenance I say to my clients that they should book a session only when feel they require one. Do you do home visits? Yes , but there will be a travelling charge per visit. Does it hurt? Sports Massage should be delivered to the clients tolerance, so generally no. Although, there may be some circumstances where it may be slightly uncomfortable (injury, after a big event etc). There is a myth that unless it hurts it won't work, that is simply not true. Some of the techniques may feel a little uncomfortable from time to time and you may experience a little discomfort afterwards until your muscles have settled from the treatment. Will I be naked during the Sports Massage? No, you will be draped with towels throughout the session. Your modesty will be protected at all times. I have heard of some companies hiring masseurs for their staff, how do I arrange for you to come? Corporate Sports Massage to relieve stress & tension is becoming extremely popular & if you are lucky enough to have a very caring Manager / boss, then they contact me directly. Also, there should be an appropriate room available. Corporate massages will be designed around the time available, usually 20 / 30 mins per staff member is the most common session. Should I stretch before or after a race? This issue has always been debated. I personally feel that if you have a few minutes before a run then it is better to warm up by jogging slowly than just stretching. I think that stretching is more beneficial after an event when the muscles are warmer, but if you have the time before an event you will benefit from both a warm up and then light stretches. I am not a young person anymore, can I still have a Sports Massage? Certainly, Sports Massage is not just for young 'sporty' people. My oldest client is 88 years old and many of my clients are in the older generation and they benefit greatly from the release of tension and gained mobility, especially in their back & shoulders. |
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| Tel. 01865 764463 / 07905808612 |
| "The best investment a dancer can make!" Michelle White (Dance Captain) Oxford Playhouse |
| "A practical, no-nonsense, effective, professional service that really works." Richard (Squire/Giant) Jack & The Beanstalk, Oxford Pantomime |
| Proud Sponsor of Oxford City colts Under 7's Football Club |