Sports massage

You don't have to be a professional athlete to care for overworked muscles. We offer sports massage to active people of all levels—from recreational walks and fitness classes to regular strength training, running, or cycling.

It's a good choice if you experience post-exercise tension, stiffness, or fatigue in specific muscle groups. It can also address the needs of those performing physically demanding work.

Do you run, cycle, strength train, or play on a team? We can tailor your sports massage to the demands of your activity.

Cycling - working the legs, buttocks, back and neck, which are stressed during a long ride.

Running – attention focused on the calves, thighs, buttocks and foot area.

Strength and Fitness Training – Developing the muscle groups involved in your training plan.

Handball - Works the shoulders, arms, back and legs.

Soccer – Focus on the thighs, calves, glutes and adductor muscles.

Swimming – releases tension in the shoulders, chest and back.

Tennis, badminton and padel - taking into account the overload of the forearms, shoulders and unilateral work of the trunk.

Golf — work on areas that are loaded during trunk rotation, especially the back, hips and shoulders.

Rowing and kayaking – attention to the back, shoulder girdle and arms.

Gymnastics, dance, yoga and Pilates — work with the tensions that result from repetitive movements and maintaining specific positions.

You don't have to be a competitive athlete. We tailor your massage to your movements, where you feel stressed, and what your body needs.

We tailor your sports massage to your exercise and training plan. We consider the type of activity, the muscles being strained, and whether you need preparation for movement or a more relaxed workout after training.

Deep Tissue primarily determines the method of work: slow, precise and focused on selected muscle tensions and the surrounding tissues.

Techniques can overlap—sports massage can incorporate elements of Deep Tissue. The choice is determined by the purpose of the session, not just the pressure.

It depends on the intensity of the massage and the planned activity.

Before training or competition, we choose shorter, gentler work. It's best to avoid an intense first session right before a major effort—you don't yet know how your body will react.

After training or on a rest day, we can pay more attention to overworked areas. If muscles are very sore, we reduce the intensity. Recent injuries, acute pain, or swelling require prior evaluation.

When booking, let us know when your next training or start is – this will help us choose the right date and scope of work.

Yes - your activity determines the direction of the massage.

For runners, we can pay more attention to the calves, thighs, and glutes. Strength training focuses on areas that are stressed by the exercises performed, and for cyclists, we can also include the back and shoulders.

Tell us how you train, where you feel tension, and what most hinders your movement. Based on this, we'll establish priorities, also considering surrounding areas that interact with overworked muscles.

You can choose 30 minutes of cupping, or cupping therapy, as a supplement to your sports massage. This additional time allows for more focused treatment on specific areas, combining hand pressure with the vacuum applied by cupping.

This option is for those who enjoy this type of experience and have no contraindications. Cupping may leave temporary marks or bruises, so it's worth considering when planning training and competitions.

If you prefer a more relaxing ending, choose an additional 15-minute massage, a scalp massage, or a foot ritual that includes a scrub and acupressure massage.

Please book your extras in advance using the booking system so that we can ensure the appropriate length of your visit.

Please arrive in comfortable clothing, maintain good personal hygiene, and shower after training. Avoid alcohol and heavy meals before your session.

Tell us about any injuries, illnesses, medications you're taking, and your current training plan. Also, let us know if you have any upcoming competitions or particularly demanding activities.

After a gentle session, returning to activity can be quick. After more intense activity, plan to rest or move around lightly. If tenderness persists, postpone vigorous exercise until it subsides. There's no one-size-fits-all interval—your body's response and the extent of the massage are key.

The main contraindications to body massage are: Fever and active infections.

Infectious skin diseases.

Open wounds, burns and active inflammatory changes at the massage site.

Fresh injuries, fractures, muscle tears and hematomas.

Acute inflammation in the treatment area.

Active or suspected thrombosis.

Sudden, unexplained pain or swelling

Coagulation disorders, thrombocytopenia and anticoagulant medication

Advanced osteoporosis or increased susceptibility to fractures

Recent surgeries - pending physician approval to work in the surgical area.

Active cancers, including lymphoma

Chemotherapy, radiotherapy, and other oncological treatments Post-surgical cancer treatment – until a safe range of work has been established.

Areas of tumor, bone metastases and tissues damaged by oncological treatment

Enlarged lymph nodes and lumps of unknown cause

Aneurysms

Uncontrolled hypertension.

Severe, unstable heart disease.

Heart defects requiring medical consultation before massage.

Advanced atherosclerosis

Varicose veins and diseased vessels

Severe allergic reactions.

Allergy to the ingredients of the products used during the treatment.

Pregnancy - requires individual qualification; in our clinic we offer a dedicated "Pregnancy Massage - Ritual".

Severe, unstable medical conditions.

Diseases and symptoms of unknown cause

Suspected heart attack, sudden shortness of breath or chest pain

Yes - if your training plan has changed or you need a different date, please let us know at least 24 hours before your appointment.

You can change your reservation via the booking system, by phone at +45 31 70 44 50 or by email: hello@manualtherapies.dk.

Cancellations made at shorter notice may incur a fee of 50% of the treatment price. Failure to notify may result in a fee of 100% of the booking value.

In case of an emergency, please contact us directly – we will find a solution together.