A Guide to Which Massage Therapy Service to book in for with HomePhysio By Nicola Ltd, providing specialist massage therapy in clinic and homes across the Scottish Borders!!
- nicolacockburn
- Sep 26
- 2 min read
Choosing the right massage therapy can feel confusing when there are so many different types available. At HomePhysio By Nicola Ltd, we offer a range of professional massage services tailored to your needs, whether you’re looking to ease pain, recover from injury, or simply take time out to relax.
Our mission is simple: to help you move better, feel better, and live better.
Here’s a simple guide to help you choose the right massage therapy for your needs.
Massage Therapy
Sports Massage
Ideal for active people, athletes, or anyone with muscle tightness from exercise.
Common problems: muscle soreness, tight hamstrings, calf strains, shoulder stiffness, back pain, groin strain, shin splints, sports injuries, delayed onset muscle soreness (DOMS), recovery after marathons, triathlons, rugby, football, or cycling events.
Pre-event benefits: prepares muscles for activity, improves circulation, enhances flexibility, reduces injury risk.
Post-event benefits: speeds up recovery, flushes out lactic acid, reduces muscle soreness, improves healing.
Overall benefits: reduces muscle tension, enhances performance, prevents injuries, supports rehabilitation.
Deep Tissue Massage
Targets deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue.
Common problems: chronic back pain, neck stiffness, shoulder tension, headaches caused by muscle tightness, repetitive strain injuries (RSI), sciatica, postural pain from desk work, muscle knots.
Benefits: releases tight muscles, improves posture, increases blood flow, reduces pain and stiffness, restores movement and flexibility.
Relaxation Massage
A calming, gentle massage to relieve stress and tension.
Common problems: stress, anxiety, poor sleep, general aches and pains, muscle tightness linked to tension, fatigue, headaches.
Benefits: promotes deep relaxation, lowers stress hormones, improves mood, supports mental health, encourages better sleep, boosts overall wellbeing.
Scar Therapy
Specialist massage for new and old scars.
Common problems: restricted movement from surgical scars, tightness after caesarean section (C-section), mastectomy scars, joint replacement scars, injury scars, abdominal surgery scars, burns.
Benefits: softens scar tissue, improves flexibility, reduces sensitivity and pain, helps appearance of scars, enhances healing.
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Gentle massage supporting the lymphatic system.
Common problems: lymphoedema, swelling after breast cancer surgery, fluid retention, sluggish circulation, recovery after cosmetic surgery, sinus congestion, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia.
Benefits: reduces swelling, boosts immune function, improves lymph flow, relieves discomfort, supports post-surgical recovery.
Pregnancy Massage
Safe and supportive massage for mums-to-be.
Common problems: back pain, pelvic girdle pain, swollen legs and feet, carpal tunnel syndrome in pregnancy, neck and shoulder tension, stress, difficulty sleeping.
Benefits: reduces discomfort, improves circulation, eases muscle aches, promotes relaxation, supports emotional wellbeing, encourages better rest.
Oncology Massage
Gentle, adapted massage for people living with or recovering from cancer.
Common problems: cancer-related fatigue, pain, reduced mobility, muscle tension, anxiety, stress, difficulty sleeping.
Benefits: provides comfort and relaxation, reduces pain and stiffness, eases anxiety, improves sleep, supports emotional wellbeing in a safe and compassionate environment.
How to Book
Whatever your needs, we’re here to help you move better, feel better, and live better.
Booking with us is simple:
Massage therapy appointments (Selkirk clinic):
Book online - Book Online | HomePhysio By Nicola Ltd
email enquiries@homephysionicola.co.uk or
call 01750 491549.
Home visits across the Scottish Borders (including Selkirk, Peebles, Hawick, Kelso, Galashiels, Melrose, Jedburgh, St Boswells, Earlston, Lauder, Duns, and Berwick):
call 01750 491549 or
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