Ben Winchester
Sport Therapist
Ben Winchester
About Ben
Ben has years of experience in sports therapy, Ben brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to our clinic adding another dimension to our multidisciplinary clinic.
Ben specialises in various sports therapy techniques, and you can read more about them below. He’s undergone years of additional training so he can address your specific needs and promote effective healing and recovery.
Whether you’re an athlete looking to recover from an injury, seeking relief from muscle pain and tension, or wanting to add this on to your chiropractic care, Ben’s expertise in sports therapy will be invaluable to your wellness journey.
Introduction to his sports therapy techniques
Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM):
Technique: Manual therapy using metal massage blades to release fascia and increase blood flow for healing.
Benefits: Relieves pain, aids healing, improves range of motion, and reduces scar tissue.
Ultrasound Therapy:
Technique: Noninvasive treatment using sound waves to increase blood flow. Benefits: Relieves pain, increases flexibility, improves circulation, and promotes tissue healing.
Electrotherapy:
Technique: Stimulates nerves and muscles through the skin surface.
Benefits: Restores range of motion, improves circulation, reduces inflammation, and decreases pain.
Strapping:
Technique: Applying athletic tape to support muscles or bones.
Benefits: Aids recovery, reduces pain, and lowers the risk of future injuries.
Kinesiology Taping:
Technique: Sturdy, stretchy tape to facilitate muscle function and rehab.
Benefits: Improves motion, reduces pain and spasms, prevents further injury, and enhances sports performance.
Acupuncture and Dry Needling:
Technique: Puncturing skin with thin needles for therapeutic purposes.
Benefits: Prevents injuries, enhances sports performance, speeds up healing, and reduces inflammation.
Cupping Therapy:
Technique: Glass cups create suction on the skin.
Benefits: Reduces pain, muscle tightness, inflammation, and improves blood