Sports Massage Christchurch is the massage service of the Sports Clinic at 9 Humphreys Drive in Ferrymead, Christchurch. It sits within a team of podiatrists, physiotherapists, doctors and chiropractors, so treatment can be coordinated with other care. The therapists include a registered massage therapist, and the clinic's website says it is an accredited provider for High Performance Sport New Zealand and has been on the New Zealand Olympic Committee health team since 2014. The clinic also offers manual lymphatic drainage for lymphoedema, lipoedema and chronic pain, and says it is accredited with Southern Cross and other insurers. Massage is for relaxing muscles or easing pain, and the clinic offers dry needling. Customers mention strong, firm massage and knot relief. Parking is on site, and the suburb is Redcliffs, close to Ferrymead.
Customers describe firm, sports-style massage that finds the source of neck and back pain. One reviewer who travels for skiing, riding and retreats said the therapist was firm where needed. Another has been treated for chronic pain for a long time and says they always leave feeling much better. Shoulder massage and knot relief get praise. Our pick in Ferrymead for firm sports or pain-focused massage with a team of clinicians behind it.