Wednesday, September 22, 2010

Sports massage as torture

When one thinks of massage one thinks of a relaxing, peaceful experience or something you get on vacation in Thailand. My sports massage sessions probably bring to mind thoughts of medival torture more than pleaseure of any sort. Oh sure, the outcome is good. Increased movement, less soreness and being able to do the things I love free of pain. With all my 30 years of running, biking, climbing and all sorts of other stuff, my body is starting to rebel without some intervention on a regular basis. My therapist in named Brian Hagan and he works out of Raleigh. He also is the massage therapist for the Carolina Hurricanes. He is GOOD at his craft. He has an amazing grasp of sports related injuries and anatomy. I know some guys out there don't want a guy to touch them but, he is the consummate professional and makes everyone feel comfortable. Without his healing I would already be crippled from years of self inflicted abuse. Charlene has been to him and can vouch for his abilities. If anyone ever needs his information, just let me know.