About - Sparling Massage Therapy

LAURA SPARLING

Tailoring different techniques to each client is why Laura’s massage is so unique. Using firm pressure to help switch off tight muscles, unblock energy channels and by understanding the bodies anatomy, your treatment will have you feeling balanced, refreshed and ready to take on the rest of the day.

With a naturally warm persona and a deep connection with people, Laura is able to simultaneously put clients at ease whilst quickly connecting and understanding what will bring the best results.

With an extensive CV Laura’s career has taken her from massaging in high end hotels and spas, to specialising in skin therapy, to working within a fast-paced marketing and events team in London. The last few years, Laura worked as a Corporate Massage Therapist.

More recently Laura has qualifying in Sports Massage Therapy at the Queen Mary University of London, Laura has a keen interest in the power of the human touch, not only the physical effect on treating muscle pain & injuries, but also its effect on your emotional wellbeing.

Qualifications

FHT Myofascial Cupping Course
ITEC Level 4 Sports & Remedial Massage
ITEC Level 3 Sports & Remedial Massage
NVQ Level 4 Massage & Beauty Therapy
Cert. Chair Massage

LAURA SPARLING

Tailoring different techniques to each client is why Laura’s massage is so unique. Using firm pressure to help switch off tight muscles, unblock energy channels and by understanding the bodies anatomy, your treatment will have you feeling balanced, refreshed and ready to take on the rest of the day.

With a naturally warm persona and a deep connection with people, Laura is able to simultaneously put clients at ease whilst quickly connecting and understanding what will bring the best results.

With an extensive CV Laura’s career has taken her from massaging in high end hotels and spas, to specialising in skin therapy, to working within a fast-paced marketing and events team in London. The last few years, Laura worked as a Corporate Massage Therapist.

More recently Laura has qualifying in Sports Massage Therapy at the Queen Mary University of London, Laura has a keen interest in the power of the human touch, not only the physical effect on treating muscle pain & injuries, but also its effect on your emotional wellbeing.

Qualifications

FHT Myofascial Cupping Course
ITEC Level 4 Sports & Remedial Massage
ITEC Level 3 Sports & Remedial Massage
NVQ Level 4 Massage & Beauty Therapy
Cert. Chair Massage

SPECIALIST AREAS

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage is a massage technique that’s mainly used to treat musculoskeletal pain and tensions. It involves applying sustained pressure using slow, deep strokes to target the inner layers of your muscles and connective tissues, the purpose is to release the tension and tightness. Deep tissue massage can help to break up scar tissue that forms following an injury. Using deep tissue techniques requires an in-depth understanding of human anatomy, and your body’s specific needs.

Sports Massage

Sports massage aims to help relieve stress, tension and tightness in the body, by manipulating soft tissue.

Sports Massage often focuses on specific muscles or injuries but it’s not just for ‘sporty’ people. This form of massage is beneficial for anyone with restricted range of motion, injury or chronic pain. Tensions in muscles can build up following day-to-day activities as well as from specific sports training and exercise.

Techniques used in sports massage will help to break down deeper knots and tension which may have build up over time. Alongside these deeper movements MET (Muscle Energy Techniques), STR (Soft Tissue Release) and ART (Active Release Technique) are also used to help improve the muscles range of motion. With the intention to help you feel better, move more freely and recover quicker from aches and pains.

Pressure Point Massage

Trigger points often referred to as knots or feel like little marbles under the skin. Sometimes there is no pain when this area is touch other times these areas can feel extremely sensitive and can often restrict the range of motion a muscle should have. Using Neuromuscular Techniques, we work to try and switch these points off, allowing the muscle to relax and return to normal.

Myofascial Release

Myofascial release is a technique used to loosens restrictions and improve the body’s circulation. The fascia is the thin casing (membrane) that surrounds, wraps, and protects every tissue, tendon, bone, ligament and muscle in our body. This technique performed with minimal or no oil, by using slow and steady pressure to manipulate the soft tissues, create space and better movement within the musculoskeletal system.

Cupping Therapy

Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine originating from Egypt. Rather than a massage where you’re pushing into the muscle tissue, cupping therapy uses negative pressure technology. Cupping can help to increase the blood flow, increase your range of motion and help relieve muscle tension.

SPECIALIST AREAS

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage is a massage technique that’s mainly used to treat musculoskeletal pain and tensions. It involves applying sustained pressure using slow, deep strokes to target the inner layers of your muscles and connective tissues, the purpose is to release the tension and tightness. Deep tissue massage can help to break up scar tissue that forms following an injury. Using deep tissue techniques requires an in-depth understanding of human anatomy, and your body’s specific needs.

Sports Massage

Sports massage aims to help relieve stress, tension and tightness in the body, by manipulating soft tissue.

Sports Massage often focuses on specific muscles or injuries but it’s not just for ‘sporty’ people. This form of massage is beneficial for anyone with restricted range of motion, injury or chronic pain. Tensions in muscles can build up following day-to-day activities as well as from specific sports training and exercise.

Techniques used in sports massage will help to break down deeper knots and tension which may have build up over time. Alongside these deeper movements MET (Muscle Energy Techniques), STR (Soft Tissue Release) and ART (Active Release Technique) are also used to help improve the muscles range of motion. With the intention to help you feel better, move more freely and recover quicker from aches and pains.

Pressure Point Massage

Trigger points often referred to as knots or feel like little marbles under the skin. Sometimes there is no pain when this area is touch other times these areas can feel extremely sensitive and can often restrict the range of motion a muscle should have. Using Neuromuscular Techniques, we work to try and switch these points off, allowing the muscle to relax and return to normal.

Cupping Therapy

Cupping therapy is an ancient form of alternative medicine originating from Egypt. Rather than a massage where you’re pushing into the muscle tissue, cupping therapy uses negative pressure technology. Cupping can help to increase the blood flow, increase your range of motion and help relieve muscle tension.

Myofascial Release

Myofascial release is a technique used to loosens restrictions and improve the body’s circulation. The fascia is the thin casing (membrane) that surrounds, wraps, and protects every tissue, tendon, bone, ligament and muscle in our body. This technique performed with minimal or no oil, by using slow and steady pressure to manipulate the soft tissues, create space and better movement within the musculoskeletal system.

LAURA SPARLING

LAURA SPARLING

SPECIALIST AREAS

Deep Tissue Massage

Sports Massage

Pressure Point Massage

Myofascial Release

Cupping Therapy

SPECIALIST AREAS

Deep Tissue Massage

Sports Massage

Pressure Point Massage

Cupping Therapy

Myofascial Release

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