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Welcome to Smart Massage

My name is Lara and I am extremely passionate about Sports Massage and Relaxation Therapy.

I would be delighted to alleviate or relieve these muscle tensions, aches and pains for you.

Muscles work well most of the time, but occasionally they get over worked, strained, shortened or even pulled doing something really simple, so they need to be rebalanced. During your treatment my challenge is to try and identify what is causing/has caused your problem and help you to prevent it happening again (or happening as badly).

Usually it is something simple such as how you sit at your desk, your driving position, using a mobile phone/Ipad/laptop for too long,  doing a sport without warming up/cooling down properly, having a bad posture which puts uneven pressure on your body, or even sitting on your sofa/settee in a lopsided way.

The key to a successful massage treatment is listening to you telling me where the problems areas are and for us to work together to alleviate/get rid of the problem where possible.   This is your massage treatment so I will work specifically in the areas that your body needs to be pain free and realigned again.  This may involve using firm, deep tissue techniques or gentle, light and relaxing techniques.

Smart Massage offers Sports Massage and Relaxation Therapy in Cwmbran, Torfaen, South Wales.

Gift Vouchers

Why not treat your partner/friend/family member to a sports or relaxation massage for their Birthday, Christmas, Anniversary, as a Thank You present or for another special occasion. Gift vouchers are available and can be sent via e-mail or collected from the clinic by prior arrangement. The cost of a gift voucher is £40, which can be paid via a bank transfer or in person by cash/card.

Treatments

Sports Massage

Smart Massage provides sports massage treatment for individuals who require massage to aid recovery following sports and strenuous exercise. It can also be beneficial for ongoing maintenance to minimise stress and fatigue in the tissues and reduce muscle tension.

Sports massage is the focused manipulation of the specific muscles used in various sports. It uses a number of techniques to decrease muscle pain and improve recovery, as well as improve overall range of motion and flexibility to support safe, effective movement.

Various techniques and movements are used to try to help an individuals body achieve maximum performance and physical conditioning, with a decreased chance of injury or pain and a quicker recovery. A sports massage session is specifically tailored to an individuals needs. Examples of techniques used in sports massage include effleurage (stroking), petrissage (kneading), compression, friction and tapotement (rhythmic striking), stretching and percussion.

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Smart Massage - Sports Massage in Cwmbran

Relaxation Massage

Massage has been practiced as a healing therapy for centuries in nearly every culture around the world. It helps relieve muscle tension, reduce stress, and evoke feelings of calmness. Swedish massage is the most commonly used form of massage.

A relaxation massage uses a system of long, gliding strokes, kneading, and friction techniques on the more superficial layers of the muscles, generally in the direction of blood flow toward the heart. It is used to promote general relaxation, improve circulation and range of motion, and relieve muscle tension.

The entire process is extremely relaxing and is championed for its ability to reduce both emotional and physical stress. Gentle massage stimulates sensory nerve endings in the skin, which transmit messages through the nervous system and cause the brain to release endorphins. These are the body’s natural painkillers, feel-good chemicals that create a sense of well-being.

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Smart Massage - Relaxation Therapy in Cwmbran

Opening Hours

Monday 09.00 – 16.00
Tuesday 08.30 – 21.00
Wednesday 09.00 – 16.00
Thursday 08.30 – 21.00
Friday 08.30 – 18.00
Saturday Occasionally
Sunday Closed

Book An Appointment

To book an appointment for a Sports Massage or Relaxation Therapy or to contact me for any other reason please call, email or fill in the contact form. I will be happy to answer any queries. If you have a question you would like to ask me or if you are trying to get hold of me outside of office hours, send me a message and request a call back.

Location Map

Smart Massage - Sports Massage and Relaxation Therapy
Goodes Fitness. Edlogan Way, Croesyceiliog, Cwmbran. NP44 2JJ

Testimonials

Superb. Technique to hit the knots and tender spots has eased my aches immensely. I was having trouble with my neck and the massage has helped. Will be booking again.

David Hughes,

I have been going to see Lara at SMART massage therapy for a number of years now, I have had various issues usually concerning my neck and back and the treatments have been able to help me out. Lara is friendly and very professional at all times during the times that I have spent with her. I would highly recommend SMART massage therapy for your massage or physical treatment for your muscular aches and pains.

Matt Parsons

As someone who does a lot of sport (triathlon) I do get a few injuries. Lara has always been able to sort me out. A very professional service , certainly knows her stuff . I would highly recommend Lara.

Andy Barry,

Lara is a great sports massage therapist. I’ve been for sports massages before, but Lara managed to dig in deeper and really get my knots out. I won’t lie, it really hurt, but it’s a good pain. You will be sore for a couple of days afterwards, but then everything that was sore before wasn’t. I would definitely recommend.

Rachel Louise,

I would highly recommend SMART massage therapy for your massage. A very professional service and very friendly environment.

Hafeez Rehman,

I’ve visited Lara a number of times over the last couple of years with various aches and pains in different places such as my knee and lower back. I always feel 10x better when I leave, the treatment works wonders! Lara is also really friendly and always makes you feel comfortable throughout your treatment too. Wouldn’t go anywhere else!

Emily Bayliss,

Lara offers a friendly professional service. My wife and myself have been going to Lara for a number of years, and we always leave feeling much better. I would recommend anyone having any muscular issues to talk to Lara and book an appointment with her.

Owen John Watkins,

Take some time. Treat yourself. You deserve it.

Special offers for both Sports Massage and Relaxation Therapy are available. Contact me for more information.