Where exactly is your clinic?
My treatment room is on the 2nd floor at 42 High Street, Marlow, SL7 1AW. Walking down High Street towards the Bridge on the right-hand side roughly opposite Sainsburys Local entrance. In between the David Clulow optician and Daisy Boutique there’s a doorway and communal staircase. Dentist and toilets are on the 1st floor, we are on the 2nd…
What is the difference between Sports Therapy and Physiotherapy?
Much of the basic training is the same for Sports Therapy as it is for Physiotherapy. There is a lot of overlap and much will depend on a practitioners training and experience. In terms of undergraduate training, physiotherapy is more about getting someone out of a hospital bed and back to work. Sports Therapy (like an Athletic Trainer in the US) is focused on getting someone who is relatively able but can’t enjoy or get back to their favourite sport, exercise or indeed work, because of pain or dysfunction.
What can I expect in a Sports Therapy treatment session? What training / experience do you have?
Mark Skoyles first qualified in Sports Massage 22 years ago, and ever since has taken numerous other remedial and deep tissue massage courses. He was 1st team Sports Therapist for a semi professional football team gaining experience in trauma management and sport specific rehabilitation techniques. He has gained Sports Therapy BSc (Hons) with focus on diagnosis, treatment and rehab of musculoskeletal injuries. Add to that qualifications in running & movement biomechanics, Personal Training and Pilates Instruction means Mark has intimate knowledge of human movement analysis.
A treatment session will normally included refined hands-on techniques and stretches combined with customised exercise prescription & advice which is designed to give you long term relief from injury and pain. Read reviews from our previous clients here
Claire Smart is our Sports & Remedial Massage Therapist. She has a BSc (Hons) Sports Science and a Level 5 Sports Massage and Remedial Therapist qualification from the London School of Sports Massage (LSSM). She treats people who participate in fitness, as well as those suffering from occupational problems that are not sport-related. Claire uses a range of techniques including deep tissue massage, soft tissue release (STR) and muscle energy techniques (METs).
What is an initial consultation like?
On your first visit, If you’re wanting a sports or deep tissue massage and have no injuries then it will take just a few minutes to take down some contact details and a short medical history. The consultation is included in the cost of the first treatment.
If you have an existing injury we also need an informal chat about the problem and any concerns you may have. Various orthopedic and movement tests could be used to assess the injury / pain before any treatment is started.
How many sessions will I need?
It is difficult to predict before seeing someone but generally: If it’s an acute problem i.e injury / pain which started within a couple of weeks then only 1 – 4 sessions would be needed. If its a more chronic problem (longer lasting or on-going) then expect 2 – 8 sessions to resolve the issue. I do have clients and athletes who see me regularly (weekly – monthly) for maintenance treatments.
How long is a session?
You can book sessions in for 30 /45 / 60 / 90 minutes. Sessions are all tailored to individual needs however as a guide: –
- 30 mins: For a sports massage of either legs OR back. Also if you have a acute injury on one leg or arm that needs to be assessed and treated. Customised exercise program maybe prescribed.
- 45 mins: An extended lower or upper limb sports massage or injury assessment/treatment. Customised exercise program maybe prescribed.
- 60mins: A more focused massage session of lower limbs or upper body. Chronic back or shoulder pain will need an hour for the first assessment & treatment session. Customised exercise program maybe prescribed.
- 90mins: A sports or deep tissue massage that includes legs, hips, back, shoulders, arms, chest and neck. Customised exercise program maybe prescribed.
Any special offers to clients?
- All clients can benefit from a special offer of 10% OFF a block booking of 8 sessions.
Will my insurance cover the cost?
Currently private health plans with Health Shield, Simply Health & Westfield Health will reimburse the cost of treatments, depending on the extent of your cover. Please ask your provider if treatments from a CNHC or STO practitioner covered.
What is the cost?
Please check our booking page here for current prices and special offers. Payment can be accepted by cash, BACS, credit & debit cards and PayPal.