Established November 2007

SPORTS MASSAGE AMICUS THERAPY – Deb Grills B.Ed, LSSM(Dip), IIST Our resident Sports Massage Therapist is club member Deb Grills. Her business AMICUS THERAPY is located at Saints Health and Fitness (part of St Austell Rugby Club) where treatments are available Monday & Wednesday 3pm-9pm ; and Tuesday & Thursday 10am-4pm.

Amicus Therapy treats all individuals, but Deb’s obvious enthusiasm is for sports people and in particular, helping runners achieve their training and racing goals. Deb says “ There was a time where professional sports massage was only available to the elite, but the benefits are now so well documented, it’s well worth every sports person (runner or otherwise) planning massage in their training schedules”. Treatments can be valuable in identifying minor, niggling injuries and treating them at an early stage before they develop and interrupt training and racing. Massage will contribute to the health, flexibility and function of muscles to help reduce the risks of injury occurring in the first place. For those who are running numerous times a week, Recovery Massage can make all the difference in boosting the muscles repair process between sessions. Her treatments will also help you to understand and manage your own physical well being.

Deb was director of Fulcrum Training College, in Wiltshire, for 12 years, where she trained many successful therapists and fitness instructors. She is a qualified lecturer in Sports Therapy, a graduate of the London School of Sports Massage and has a wealth of experience to bring to the club.

If you wish to discuss your treatment needs or make an appointment her contact details are:
07964 107422 or amicustherapy@gmail.com . Deb is a regular at club nights, where she is happy to answer your queries.

PRICES
From 1st September 2010

Gift Vouchers available

Arrival
For your first treatment, you are asked to arrive 5 minutes before your appointment to allow yourself time to change (if appropriate), fill out a client information sheet and short health questionnaire. If you have come straight from a training session and have time for a shower, this is much appreciated. Showers and changing facilities are available at Saints Health and Fitness. Muddy bodies are not welcome on the couch! If you are running late for an appointment, a courtesy call would be greatly appreciated. Please note that late appointments may not be honored. We kindly request that mobile phones are turned off when you are in the treatment room.

What to wear
If your treatment includes leg massage, to ensure that your muscles are comprehensively treated, please wear either loose running shorts or briefs. Cycle shorts are NOT appropriate as the muscles are not fully accessible. If you are comfortable in your underwear, this is also appropriate. You will be offered towels to cover you.

Payment
We ask that you make payment at the end of your treatment unless you have pre paid for a series of treatments. Cash or cheque with a bankers card made payable to “D Grills”  are accepted.

Cancellation Policy
Please note that Amicus Therapy operates a cancellation policy which requires a minimum of 48 hours notice. Less than 48 hours notice will incur a 50% charge of the treatment booked.