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OC Surfer Sports Massage Therapy: Keeping Youth Surfers in the Water & Away from Injury

Updated: Nov 20, 2024

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Are you tired of battling chronic pain from intense training and injuries? HHey there, surf coaches, parents, and young surfers! Are you dreaming of catching the perfect wave and maybe even getting a scholarship or becoming a professional surfer one day? Surfing is an awesome sport, but it can also be tough on your body. Today, we’re going to talk about how neuromuscular therapy can help you surf better and stay injury-free.


What is Neuromuscular Therapy?

Neuromuscular therapy is a special kind of massage that helps your muscles feel better. It focuses on finding and fixing tight spots in your muscles called trigger points. These trigger points can cause pain and make it hard for you to move the way you need to when you’re surfing.


Key Muscle Trigger Points for Surfers

  1. Shoulders: Paddling out to catch waves puts a lot of stress on your shoulders. Trigger points here can make your shoulders sore and stiff.

  2. Lower Back: Keeping your balance on the board requires a strong and flexible lower back. Tight muscles here can lead to pain and even injuries.

  3. Legs: Your legs need to be strong and flexible for popping up on the board and riding the waves. Trigger points in your thighs and calves can make it hard to move quickly and smoothly.


Common Injuries for Young Surfers

  1. Shoulder Strains: This happens when you overuse your shoulder muscles, especially when paddling.

  2. Lower Back Pain: Bending forward on your board can strain your lower back.

  3. Knee Injuries: Twisting and turning on your board can sometimes hurt your knees.


How Neuromuscular Therapy Helps

  1. Reduces Pain: By working on your trigger points, neuromuscular therapy can help get rid of the pain in your muscles.

  2. Improves Flexibility: This therapy helps your muscles relax, making it easier for you to move and stretch.

  3. Prevents Injuries: Keeping your muscles healthy and flexible can help you avoid getting hurt.

  4. Boosts Performance: When your muscles feel good, you can surf better and longer, improving your chances of getting scholarships or going pro.


Reach Your Surfing Dreams

Getting regular neuromuscular therapy can help you stay on top of your game. It keeps you in the best shape so you can train harder and perform better. This is super important if you want to get noticed by scouts and earn scholarships. And if you’re aiming to become a professional surfer, taking care of your muscles now can help you have a long and successful career.


Explore the Referral Pain Chart:

By applying pressure on the X marks for 10 to 20 seconds, you may feel referral pain in the blue areas, providing insights into the interconnected nature of pain in the body.

Understanding these trigger points and their referred pain patterns is essential for targeted treatment and effective relief. Book a session at OC Elite Recovery to address the root cause and experience lasting relief.



 
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Take Action: Book Your Appointment at OC Elite Recovery Today!

Ready to ride the waves pain-free? Book an appointment with us at OC Elite Recovery in San Clemente. Our expert therapists know just what young surfers need to stay healthy and perform their best. Let’s work together to help you achieve your surfing dreams!

Stay stoked and see you at the beach!


Don’t wait until pain holds you back. Schedule your neuromuscular therapy session today at OC Elite Recovery in San Clemente!


Pain has a pattern. When you come in for your session there is no guessing what soft tissue is contributing to your pain we are well verse in the pain patterns of the body. Your nervous system is the command center for your body the nerve trunk that supplies a specific joint also supplies the muscles of the joint, as well as the tendons, skin and related muscles. This complex system regulates your body’s systems & guides almost everything you do and allows you to experience your environment. The nervous system holds the key to the body’s incredible potential to heal itself.


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Tiffany Sandoval

Hi I'm Tiffany Sandoval, OC's trusted Elite Pain Relief & Mobility Expert with over 13 years. My expertise is backed by certifications in Neuromuscular Therapy, FST-Neuromyofascial Tissue Practice, and Vodder Certified Manual Lymph Drainage, allowing me to offer specialized care tailored to your needs. Let's work together to unlock your body's potential, regain mobility, and pave the way for a pain-free, active lifestyle. Connect with her here or on LinkedIn.

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