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🥍 Best Lacrosse Massage & Injury Rehab in San Clemente | Elite Bodywork

  • Tiffany Sandoval
  • Mar 4
  • 4 min read

Updated: Sep 15

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#SoccerMassage #AthleteRecovery #EliteRecovery #SportsMassage #SoccerPerformance


The Demands of Lacrosse

Lacrosse is one of the most physically demanding sports—combining explosive sprints, sharp directional changes, high-velocity shots, and heavy contact.

  • Legs & Hips: drive sprinting, cutting, and power shots.

  • Core & Back: stabilize through checks, passes, and torque.

  • Shoulders, Wrists & Forearms: maintain stick control, precision, and endurance.Top injury risks include hamstring strains, hip flexor issues, shoulder injuries, and lower back pain.

Athlete Fears: Injury, Pain & Lost Performance

Lacrosse athletes—and their families—fear:

  • Season-ending injuries that risk scholarships or roster spots.

  • Chronic tightness that steals speed and agility.

  • Fatigue that lowers game-day performance.


At Elite Bodywork, we deliver advanced soft tissue therapy trusted by pro athletes, post-surgical clients & chronic pain patients to keep you in the game.

Our Signature Soft Tissue Approach for Lacrosse

Every recovery plan integrates Tiffany’s proven system:

  • RAPID NeuroFascial Reset: for nerve irritation from collisions, sprints, and torque.

  • Trigger Point Therapy: releases referred pain in hamstrings, hip flexors, shoulders.

  • Myofascial Release: restores length in overused chains like the Superficial Back Line.

  • Vodder Lymphatic Drainage: reduces swelling after ankle sprains, tendonitis, or bruising.

  • Fascial Stretch Therapy (FST): unlocks hips, shoulders, and trunk rotation for mechanics.

  • Cupping & Breathwork: boosts circulation and oxygen use, calms the nervous system.

  • Abdominal/Diaphragm Release: optimizes breathing efficiency and trunk stability.

Event-Specific Recovery Solutions

🏹 Attackers & Midfielders

  • Key Muscles: hamstrings, hip flexors, quadratus lumborum, core.

  • Common Injuries: hamstring strains, hip flexor pulls, low back pain.

  • Elite Bodywork Solutions: RAPID for nerve tension, FST for hip mobility, core stability resets.


🛡 Defenders

  • Key Muscles: rotator cuff, quadriceps, peroneals, core.

  • Common Injuries: shoulder instability, knee pain, ankle sprains.

  • Elite Bodywork Solutions: trigger point therapy for cuff, myofascial release for quads, ankle nerve flossing.


🧤 Goalies

  • Key Muscles: adductors, forearm flexors, spinal stabilizers.

  • Common Injuries: groin strains, wrist sprains, lumbar tightness.

  • Elite Bodywork Solutions: adductor stability release, wrist mobility drills, myoskeletal alignment for low back.

🎥 Self-Relief Video: Simple At-Home Technique for Relief

Goal: Calm hip flexor & low back tension for faster sprints.

  • Tool: Foam roller or lacrosse ball.

  • Setup: Lie face down with roller under front hip. Support on forearms.

  • Steps:

    1. Inhale (4) as you shift weight forward.

    2. Exhale (6) and roll slowly across the hip flexor.

    3. Pause on tender points ≤30s.

    4. 2–3 passes per side.

  • Pro Tip: Re-test stride length after—hips should feel looser.

  • Safety: Stop with sharp pain, numbness, or swelling.👉 “Use this between sessions to maintain gains—Book your recovery session for a personalized plan.”










For Parents: Injury Prevention & Long-Term Performance

Growth spurts, repetitive practices, and tournament loads create unique risks. Soft tissue therapy supports:

  • Safer bone & joint development.

  • Reduced overuse injuries.

  • Faster recovery after games.Parents gain peace of mind knowing sessions are age-appropriate, safe, and effective.

For Coaches: Keeping Athletes Competition-Ready

Coaches know the cost of downtime. Elite Bodywork supports:

  • Quicker turnaround between games.

  • Optimized mechanics & mobility.

  • Reliable reporting for return-to-play.Keep your roster healthy and ready with advanced soft tissue therapy that delivers real results.

Youth Athletes vs. Adult Athletes: Key Recovery Differences

  • Youth: bones & tendons still developing, need gentle resets & injury-prevention focus.

  • Adults: higher training loads, deeper restrictions, advanced RAPID & FST techniques.

Performance & Injury Prevention Partnership (Teams & Programs)

Elite Bodywork San Clemente offers:

  • On-site recovery days.

  • Event-specific injury screenings.

  • Return-to-play collaboration with ATs/PTs/coaches.

  • Athlete education on breathwork & recovery hygiene.

  • 📆 Book a Team Consultation Today (San Clemente).

❓FAQs for Lacrosse Athletes & Families

Q: How often should lacrosse athletes get sports massage?Every 2–4 weeks during season; weekly for injury recovery.

Q: Is this safe for youth players?Yes—age-appropriate techniques protect developing joints and muscles.

Q: What results can athletes expect?Improved mobility, reduced pain, and faster recovery after 1–3 sessions.

Q: Do you accept HSA/FSA?Yes—sessions qualify as medical massage for most accounts.

Lake Elsinore Massage
Tiffany Sandoval with Elite Pain Relief specializing in Medical Sports Massage Practices in OC & Lake Elsinore CA.

About Elite Bodywork San Clemente

About Elite Bodywork San Clemente

Led by Tiffany Sandoval, with 13+ years specializing in extending sports careers. Trusted by Pro Athletes, Post-Surgical Clients & Chronic Pain Patients.

Hi, I’m Tiffany Sandoval—Elite Pain Relief & Mobility Expert with over 13 years of experience. As a parent of three athletes, including a teen pursuing professional soccer, I understand firsthand the importance of proper recovery. At Elite Bodywork San Clemente, we educate athletes and families on how to care for their bodies so they can perform at their best, recover faster, and stay injury-free.Connect with her here or on LinkedIn.

Book Your Recovery Session

📲 Don’t wait until pain sidelines your season. Book your personalized recovery session in San Clemente today.


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