Discussion. Despite the fact clinical research
has been performed, a poor appreciation exists
for the appropriate clinical use of sports
massage.
Conclusion. Additional studies examining the
physiological and psychological effects of
sports massage are necessary in order to assist
the sports physical therapist in developing and
implementing clinically significant evidence
based programs or treatments.
Key Words: sports massage, sports rehabilitation,
sports performance, sports recovery
CORRESPONDENCE:
Nirtal Shah
David L. Macintosh Sport Medicine Clinic
University of Toronto
55 Harbord Street
Toronto, ON, M5S 2W6
Canada
Email: nirtals@hotmail.com
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS:
The author would like to acknowledge the contributions
by Yuka Nakamura and Drew MacDonald.