Summer in the UK is tennis season. From Wimbledon inspiration to friendly matches at your local courts, many players are hitting the courts more often. But with the extra activity comes a higher risk of muscle tightness, soreness, and even tennis-related injuries. It certainly did for me!
If you play tennis — whether casually or competitively — a sports massage can make a huge difference to your recovery, performance, and long-term muscle health. Here’s how.
Common Muscle Issues in Tennis Players
Tennis is a full-body sport that tests strength, agility, and endurance. The most common areas affected include:
- Shoulders & Rotator Cuff
Serving and overhead shots put repeated stress on the shoulder joint, leading to stiffness and reduced mobility. - Forearms & Elbows
Constant racquet gripping often causes forearm tightness and can contribute to tennis elbow (lateral epicondylitis). - Lower Back
Fast rotations and powerful groundstrokes often result in lower back tension. - Legs (Quads, Hamstrings, Calves)
Explosive sprints and lunges strain the leg muscles, leaving them tight and fatigued.
How Sports Massage Helps Tennis Players
A sports massage for tennis players is designed to target the specific muscles you use most on court. Here’s how it can help:
- Shoulders: Improves flexibility, reduces tightness, and lowers the risk of overuse injuries.
- Forearms & Elbows: Sports massage techniques can relieve forearm tension, increase blood flow, and support recovery from tennis elbow.
- Lower Back: Helps restore mobility, ease stiffness, and reduce fatigue caused by repetitive rotation.
- Legs: Improves flexibility, aids recovery after matches, and helps prevent strains or pulls.
Regular treatment not only helps with tennis injury recovery but also reduces the risk of future issues.
Benefits Beyond Injury Relief
Sports massage isn’t just for injuries — it’s a proactive way to improve your tennis performance. Players often notice:
- Quicker recovery after training or tournaments.
- Improved flexibility and movement on court.
- Enhanced endurance and power.
- Mental relaxation, reducing match stress and fatigue.
Tips to Prevent Tennis Injuries This Summer
As well as booking a sports massage, you can reduce your risk of injury with these simple tips:
- Always warm up and cool down properly.
- Stretch your shoulders, forearms, and calves regularly.
- Stay hydrated during hot summer sessions.
- Include regular sports massage treatments as part of your tennis training routine.
Book a Sports Massage in Loughborough
If you want to keep playing tennis all summer without aches and pains holding you back, sports massage could be the answer.
I offer mobile sports massage across Loughborough and surrounding villages, so you can recover and recharge in the comfort of your own home. Whether you’re dealing with tight shoulders, tennis elbow, or just want to stay match-fit, I can help.
Book your sports massage session now and keep your body in winning shape this summer.
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