Advanced Soft Tissue Techniques (ASSTs), is a deep form of muscle-specific problem-specific treatment, using a wide repertoire of hands-on techniques aimed at facilitating positive change to the soft tissue layers, from superficial to deep.
It can be delivered relatively ‘generally’, for an overall effect of relaxation/restoration, or more specifically to address recipients’ particular needs, such as pain, dysfunction, impairment, etc.
Many of the same hands-on techniques are used in our Sports Massage Therapy sessions, popular with runners, triathletes and gym-goers.
Its aims and benefits can include effective, lasting:
✓Muscle relaxation ✓Myofascial release, enabling associated postural change ✓Pain relief ✓Improved autonomic function ✓Functional movement restoration ✓Prevention of injury/dysfunction recurrence