Sports massage therapist (Sports massage)

Carolyn Burke - massage therapist in cambridge

Carolyn Burke is a highly skilled and effective massage therapist in Cambridge.

Cambridge Massage therapist Background

I have been practicing massage since 1997. Considering that the average career for a massage therapist is 3 years, I have that much more experience over most other people in the field. I have worked with people from all walks of life, all different lifestyles, and all different physical conditions.

About our sports massage in cambridge

I specialise in sports massage. This doesn’t mean you have to be an accomplished athlete to benefit from this style, though. Basically what it means is that if you have any type of muscular pain, postural deviation, biomechanical imbalance, or overuse injury, sports massage can help.
I am also certified in many modalities of massage, including neuromuscular therapy, shiatsu, Thai, Swedish, and restoration massage. If desired, I can perform a whole session based solely on any of these modalities, but I have found the best results come from combining different styles and feeling what the individual’s body responds to. I am very good at finding the right spots to work on, and assessing what I believe to be the problem. This usually includes tightness couples with the antagonist muscles’ being weak. Through massage, stretching, and some light exercises, we should be able to get you feeling better quickly.

Common injuries helped by massage

Head and neck ache – treated by massage Cambridge
Head and neck ache can be effectively treated using sports massage therapy. Massage will help to release the tension in the upper neck and shoulders which can transfer to the base of the skull and cause headaches and neck pain.

Sciatica – treated by massage Cambridge
Massage can be an effective treatment for Sciatica, if the sciatica is caused by Piriformis syndrome. Massage will help to release the tension in the piriformis which is causing pressure on the sciatic nerve and causing the condition.

Lower back pain– treated by massage Cambridge
The lower back is were a lot of tall people hold their tension and stress, massage really helps to reduce and release all the tension in your lower back which will help your whole body move more freely. Two to three massages should really help to release any long term tension in this area.

Swimmers shoulder / impingement syndrome– treated by massage Cambridge
Swimmers shoulder is caused by an imbalance in the muscles leading to a tendency for your shoulder to roll forward and pinch the bicep tendon. Massage will help to release the tension in the overly tense muscles and also help to allow the weaker muscles to repair.

Shin splints – treated by massage Cambridge
Shin splints can be effectively treated using sports massage, the massage is very quick and only usually requires one to 2 30 minute massages to correct the condition.

Qualifications:
Certificate from Restoration Massage Therapy
San Diego Licensed Massage Therapist
NCBTMB national certificate in Swedish massage
Neuromuscular Massage therapy certificate
Certificate in Thai Massage
Certified Warrior Yoga instructor

Contact details

0754 0754 985

massage@cambridgefitness.co.uk

Testimonials

“There are "massages" and "massages". Not all are the same! Most don't reach the spot. This is not the case with Carolyn. She is the best of the best. Carolyn is the person who massage therapists themsevles would choose. I was referred to Carolyn by a friend. If you need to heal an old injury or just relax...look no further! Give her a call - you won't regret it!” February 9, 2011 Geoff Bowen

Carolyn is a FANTASTIC massage therapist. I have seen many therapists over the years and Carolyn is without a doubt in the top tier. She has a deep understanding of physiology and athletics and has wonderful technique. But what really sets her apart is that she works with you and provides recommendations for exercises, stretches, or strengthening so that you can avoid injuries going forward. Most massage therapists don't do that. They just massage the area where things hurt and leave it at that. Carolyn takes a holistic approach to figuring out the reasons why you are getting hurt and works with you to solve those issues. I would recommend Carolyn to anyone dealing with muscle issues.” March 21, 2011 Tom Allen

“Carolyn was my massage therapist for a couple of years. I had a neck and back injury that I had rehabilitated to a certain point, but required continued care. I generally told Carolyn where the pain points were located and she did the rest. From her extensive training and knowledge, she had pin-pointed my issues within seconds, which other therapists could never really accomplish. While working with Carolyn, I gained flexibility, my headaches decreased and my overall quality of life was improved. I credit all these things to Carolyn and her skills as a highly qualified massage therapist.” March 23, 2011 Nicole Livolsi

Duncan Boltt - Personal trainer and massage therapist

"Carolyn is a highly skilled and respected massage therapist in Cambridge.

A good testiment to this is she regularly massages an number of other massage therapist in Cambridge.

she has an indepth knowledge of anatomy and there presise location. Her style works really well for me, she doesn't just relax you, she fixes the problems and tension in each location. She is able to relieve pressure and fix an injury in just one session which as a therapist myself I find impressive."