Cross-Friction Massage
A Precise Conversation that works with old injuries or persistant point of pain.
Is an Old Injury Holding You Back?
Sometimes, the body’s healing process stalls, leaving behind a specific point of pain or restriction that just won’t shift. This is where a more focused approach can make all the difference.
Chronic Tendon Pain
Ideal for persistent conditions like tennis elbow, golfer’s elbow, patellar tendonitis, or Achilles tendon issues.
Ligament Sprains & Old Injuries
Effective for old ligament sprains (for example ankle or knee) where mobility remains limited and the tissue needs a gentle reminder to remodel.
Localised “Stuck” Tissue
For those specific, gristly spots of scar tissue or muscular adhesions that feel like a permanent knot in the muscle.
What is Cross-Friction Massage?
Let’s be clear, this is not about aggressively rubbing the skin. Think of Cross-Friction Massage as a highly specific, intelligent conversation with a very particular spot in your fascial web that has become stuck in a state of disorganised, “unintelligent” tissue.
In this technique, we apply a precise, concentrated movement across (or transverse to) the direction of the tissue fibres. This specific friction doesn’t target the skin, but the deeper layers of ligament, tendon, or muscle. The goal is to create a controlled, therapeutic micro-inflammation, which acts as a powerful signal to the body. It’s like sending in the paramedics with a fresh set of instructions, reminding the body that this area needs attention, fresh blood flow, and new resources to complete its healing and remodel the tissue in a more organised, functional way.
What to Expect From Your Consultation
This is a precise and purposeful therapy, always performed within your comfort and as part of a holistic plan.
1. A Detective’s Approach
We begin by carefully listening and using skilled palpation to pinpoint the exact location of the restrictive tissue that is causing the issue.
2. A Precise, Therapeutic Technique
The cross-friction massage itself is brief and targeted, lasting only for a few minutes on the specific area. It can feel intense, but it is always controlled and purposeful.
3. Holistic Integration
This technique is never used in isolation. It is always integrated into a wider session of Myofascial Release to ensure the entire kinetic chain is addressed, not just the symptom.
4. An Empowering Plan
You will leave with a clear understanding of the issue and a plan that includes appropriate movement and self-care to support the body’s renewed healing process.
Ready to Address That Stubborn Spot?
If you have an old injury or a persistent point of pain that is holding you back, a focused consultation can help awaken your body’s natural healing potential.
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