However you are approaching Christmas this year, much of the focus of the season is on what we are giving others. As we have partners, children and extended families the management of who gets what can seem impossible.

Well, we just might have the answer.

Forget about them! Rip up the list, close your eyes and turn your attention inward. What do you want and need?

‘Tis better to give than to receive so why not give yourself some much deserved rest and relaxation?

Need an excuse? We have that too!

Here is a nice list of reasons why bestowing a professional sports massage on your tired and anxious body can only benefit you and those around you.

Pulled muscles from heaving the Christmas tree into the car, over stretched for the toy of the season off the top shelf, sore feet from tackling the supermarket and the high street.

• IMPROVED SPEED OF RECOVERY
• Tight or damaged muscle tissue will squeeze blood out like a sponge, depriving the tissues of vital nutrients and energy to repair. A massage releases these muscles allowing blood flow and nutrients needed to repair, decreasing recovery time.
• PAIN REDUCTION
• Tension and waste products in muscles can often cause pain. Massage helps reduce this in many ways including releasing the bodies endorphins to feel supple and comfortable.
• STRETCHING
• Massage can stretch tissues that could not be stretched in the usual methods. Bundles of muscle fibres are stretched lengthwise as well as sideways releasing any tension or pressure build up leaving you lithe enough to place the star on the very tippy top of the tree.
• RELAXATION AND ANXIETY REDUCTION
• Touch, pressure and warmth cause a reflex relaxation reducing anxiety levels to enjoy the company of your loved ones.
• INVIGORATION
• Massage done with brisk movements can produces an invigorating feeling, energising you to tackle some turkey wrangling and over excited little helpers.

The only thing we WILL ask you to do quickly is book before the 31st December and you will get 20% off a relaxing, pain and anxiety reducing massage to ease you through the festive season.

Mention ‘Christmas massage offer’ when you call 0333 301 0205, email treatment@optimalphysio.co.uk or book online HERE .