INJURY TREATMENT

As qualified Chartered Physiotherapists we have the knowledge and expeience to assess and provide appropriate treatment for sports injuries and other conditions conditions (musculoskeletal, neurological and cardiorespiratory). We have a wealth of experience in helping people in The Chamonix Valley recover from skiing and snowboarding injuries and so getting them back on the slopes doing what they enjoy most. We utilise a range of treatments for injuries including:*Strapping and taping to protect injured soft tisuues and minimise the risk of further damage*Jont mobilisation and manipulation to increase mobility and reduce pain*Advice on the severity of injuries and recomended recovery times*Exercises to enhance recovery.

INJURY PREVENTION

If you've suffered injuries in the past, why not use our skills and knowledge to prevent a recurrence of an injury ruining your season or holiday. We can assess you and provide:*A personal programme of exercises , warm-up and cool-down, strengthening , proprioception and control*Srapping and taping techniques to protect injured and vulerable tissues, hold malaligned joints, muscles and soft tissues in a more functional position.*Sports massage , before and after activity.

Massage is an  invaluable tool  tool widely used in the sports world for the  prevention and treatment of sports injuries. It is also a wonderful way to relax and promote a feeling of well being. Massage can help to:

 *Improve fexibility and range of movement*Reduce post sport pain by sedating the nerves, stimulating blood flow and encouraging endorphin release.

 *Promote tissue healing 

*Promote lymphatic drainage, the removal of lactic acid and the other  by-products of metabolism ( the so-called toxins)*Reduce heart rate

 *Increase energy levels 

 If you're feeling the effects of a tough day on the mountain, why not treat yourself to a massage. A massage early in your week or weekend in Chamonix  will improve your performance and enjoyment for the rest of your trip.

Pilates is an innovative and safe system of mind-body exercise using a floor mat or a variety of equipment. It evolved from the principles of Joseph Pilates and can dramatically transform the way your body looks, feels and performs. Pilates builds strength without excess bulk, capable of creating a sleek, toned body with slender thighs and a flat abdomen. (Yeah, we know – who doesn’t want that?)It is a safe, sensible exercise system that will help you look and feel your very best. It teaches body awareness, good posture and easy, graceful movement. Pilates also improves flexibility, agility and economy of motion. It can also help to  alleviate back pain..

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