Percussive Vibration Therapy
Utilizes high-frequency mechanical pulses to provide rapid bursts of pressure deep into the muscle tissue. This triggers the tonic vibration reflex and alters the perception of pain through high-frequency mechanoreceptor stimulation.
Benefits
- Desensitizes the nervous system to allow for deeper manual pressure
- Increases blood flow via localized mechanical friction and warmth
- Reduces the symptoms of Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS)
- Breaks the pain-spasm-pain cycle through rapid neurological input
- Improves proprioceptive awareness in targeted muscle groups
What It Treats
Ideal For
Athletes in pre-activation or post-recovery phases, and those with dense, resistant muscle tissue
Contraindications
This treatment may not be suitable for individuals with:
- Use of prescription blood thinners
- Unhealed bone fractures
- Presence of pacemakers or electronic implants
- Severe varicose veins in the local area
- Recent surgery or healing sutures
Please consult with your healthcare provider before booking if you have any of these conditions.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is this just a massage gun session?
While we use a professional-grade percussion device, it is used strategically to desensitize 'locked' muscles so that our manual work can be more effective and less painful.
Does percussion therapy feel aggressive?
It is a high-frequency vibration. While intense, it is designed to 'vibrate' the tension out of the muscle. We control the speed and depth to ensure it feels productive, not jarring.
Can I get percussion therapy on my neck?
We use percussion primarily on large, dense muscle groups like the glutes, back, and legs. For the neck, we generally stick to manual techniques to ensure safety.
How does this help with my post-workout soreness?
The vibration increases localized blood flow and interrupts the pain signals being sent to your brain, which significantly reduces the 'stiffness' of DOMS.
Why is this restricted for people with pacemakers?
The mechanical vibration and magnetic components of the device can potentially interfere with the electronics of a pacemaker or other implanted medical devices.
Quick Info
- Duration
- Integrated into 60, 75, or 90min Massage
- Category
- Enhancements
- Type
- Therapeutic Tools