🌊 Ride the Waves, Not the Pain: How Sports Massage Enhances Surfing Performance
As a surfer, your body takes a beating. The constant paddling, popping up, and maneuvering through waves put immense strain on your shoulders, back, hips, and legs. Whether you're a pro, weekend warrior, or an elder surfer keeping the stoke alive, maintaining mobility and reducing pain is key to your longevity in the sport.
If tight shoulders, lower back pain, or knee stiffness are limiting your surf sessions, you don’t have to just push through the pain. A specialized sports massage designed for surfers can help you recover faster, enhance performance, and prevent injuries.
🏄♂️ Key Muscles & Common Surfing Injuries
Surfing demands a combination of strength, flexibility, and endurance. Here are the primary muscles involved and common injuries surfers face:
🔹 Paddling: Latissimus dorsi, trapezius, deltoids, and rotator cuff muscles → Shoulder impingements, rotator cuff strains
🔹 Pop-Up & Turns: Core muscles (rectus abdominis, obliques, and lower back) → Lower back pain, muscle spasms
🔹 Balance & Stance: Glutes, hamstrings, quadriceps, and calves → Knee strain, ankle sprains
🔹 Repetitive Stress Areas: Neck, lower back, hips → Chronic stiffness, sciatica, nerve compression
🏆 How Soft Tissue Therapy Helps Surfers
At Elite Recovery, we integrate multiple soft tissue therapy techniques into one powerful session:
✅ Neuromuscular Therapy (Janet Travell) – Pinpoints trigger points causing pain and dysfunction
✅ Myofascial Release (Tom Barnes) – Breaks down scar tissue and increases flexibility
✅ Myoskeletal Alignment (Erik Dalton) – Corrects posture imbalances affecting paddling and stance
✅ Lymphatic Drainage (Vodder) – Reduces swelling, removes toxins, and accelerates recovery
✅ Frederick Stretch Therapy (FST) – Deep, assisted stretching to improve mobility and prevent injuries
By addressing muscle imbalances and improving circulation, our sports massage sessions can:
🔥 Reduce the risk of shoulder, knee, and lower back injuries
🔥 Enhance mobility for smoother, more efficient movements
🔥 Speed up recovery after intense surf sessions
🔥 Prolong your surfing career by keeping your body in peak condition
Common Surfing Pain Points & Solutions with Elite Recovery
💥 Shoulder Pain? Overuse of the rotator cuff leads to impingements. We release tight muscles and improve range of motion.
💥 Lower Back Stiffness? Prolonged paddling tightens the lumbar region. Our myofascial techniques and stretch therapy relieve tension.
💥 Knee Strain? The stance in surfing puts pressure on the knees. We restore balance and mobility to keep you pain-free.
💥 Neck & Hip Tightness? Twisting through turns and duck-diving can cause misalignment. We correct imbalances for fluid motion.
❓ FAQ: Surfing & Sports Massage
💭 How often should surfers get a sports massage?
📌 Every 2-4 weeks for maintenance, or weekly during high surf season.
💭 Will sports massage improve my paddling endurance?
📌 Yes! It reduces muscle fatigue, improves circulation, and enhances range of motion.
💭 Can soft tissue therapy help with old injuries?
📌 Absolutely! Our integrated approach breaks down scar tissue and restores function.
💭 Is this only for pro surfers?
📌 No way! Whether you're a weekend warrior or a seasoned pro, recovery is key to longevity.
📢 Let’s Work Together to Keep You Performing at Your Best!
🔹 Pro Surf Teams & Training Camps – Enhance performance & reduce injury rates
🔹 Surf Coaches & Trainers – Help your surfers move pain-free
🔹 Surfers of All Ages – Recover faster & keep surfing longer
🔹 Chiropractors & Sports Doctors – Partner with us for comprehensive recovery solutions
📆 📲 Book a Consultation Today to Discuss Team Integration!
Tiffany Sandoval
Hi I'm Tiffany Sandoval, Elite Pain Relief & Mobility Expert with over 13 years. I specialize in soft tissue therapy for professional and youth athletes, post-surgery recovery (shoulder, hip, and knee), and mobility restoration, using neuromuscular therapy, myofascial release, lymphatic drainage, and FST to optimize performance, accelerate healing, and prevent injuries. 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.
Why Choose Elite Recovery Sports Therapy?
✅ Over 13 years of experience in neuromuscular therapy
✅ Specialized techniques for prolong sports careers and chronic pain relief
✅ Convenient locations in Lake Elsinore and San Juan Capistrano
✅ Personalized care tailored to your specific needs
📍 Book Your Elite Recovery Session Today!
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