Massage in Turin · Borgo San Paolo

Sports massage in Turin for races, training and recovery

Sports massage (in Italian, massaggio sportivo) is a treatment designed for people who play sport: it prepares the muscles for competition, helps release tension during breaks and supports cool-down and recovery after exertion, with the aim of preventing injuries. In Turin it is given by Mihail Crigan, a qualified sports massage practitioner, at the Crigan Massaggi studio, Via Monginevro 76/F, in Borgo San Paolo: a session lasts 60 minutes, costs 60 € and is by appointment.

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DIABASI® national diploma “Operatore in massaggio sportivo” (sports massage practitioner) · 224 hours

Sports massage on a footballer's leg
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Duration
60 minutes
Price
60 € per session
Where
Via Monginevro 76/F, Turin
Booking
By appointment
+39 334 858 8535

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The treatment

What is sports massage for?

Sports massage supports athletes through every stage of their sporting life: preparation, competition and recovery. It helps you approach every performance in the best way while keeping your muscles healthy.

The technique supports cool-down and recovery after exertion, so the muscles regain their elasticity and strength more quickly. Combined with stretching, sports massage helps keep the muscles healthy and ready for increasingly demanding training sessions and races.

You do not need to be a professional: it is useful for people who compete, people who run and people who simply go to the gym.

Mihail Crigan, sports massage practitioner, in his Crigan Massaggi studio in Turin
Mihail Crigan in his studio at Via Monginevro 76/F, Turin.

Choose it if

You train or compete and want to recover

  • You are preparing for a race or have just finished an intense effort.
  • You want to shorten recovery time between training sessions.
  • You are looking for work on muscles used in sport, not just relaxation.

Another treatment is better if

You have a persistent ache not caused by training

  • Knots from work or from sitting too much: deep tissue massage.
  • Only the neck: neck massage.
  • A recent injury or trauma: see your doctor or physiotherapist first.

Benefits

What are the benefits of sports massage?

These are the main benefits of the sports massage given by Mihail Crigan, and you notice them more with regular sessions.

Helps release muscle knots

It works on the knots that form with training and competition, giving the muscles back their elasticity.

Supports cool-down

After exertion it stimulates the cool-down process and helps the muscles shake off fatigue.

Elasticity and strength back sooner

Treated muscles regain elasticity and strength more quickly between one training session and the next.

Helps prevent injuries

Looking after your muscles regularly helps limit the overload that can lead to tears and injuries.

Works on body and mind

Before a competition it eases the tension caused by adrenaline and brings calm and motivation.

Supports performance

Loose, well-recovered muscles let you give your best in training and competition.

Who it is for

When should you have a sports massage? Who is it for?

In sport, good results take talent, determination, discipline and a body that is carefully looked after. After hours of training and competition the muscles suffer from fatigue and overload and perform less well: sports massage helps limit the damage.

Athletes and competitors

For people who train for many hours and take part in competitions: the massage supports preparation, competition and recovery.

Runners

For people who run regularly and want to recover better between training sessions.

Gym-goers

Even if you train without competing, you put your muscles under strain: the massage helps keep them in shape.

A real-life example: five-a-side football

You play a five-a-side match giving it everything, a few days later another one, and then another: soon your calves or quadriceps start to ache. If you carry on like this, you even risk a muscle tear and several months off. Having sports massages regularly helps reduce this risk.

If the knots are already painful, the deep tissue massage can help; if the tension is concentrated in your neck and shoulders, discover the neck massage too.

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The stages

How does sports massage change before, during and after a competition?

Sports massage adapts to the moment of the competition: this is how it works in the three stages.

  1. Before

    Pre-event sports massage

    When you are getting ready for a competition, adrenaline and nerves can cause muscle tension. The pre-event massage works on the athlete's body and mind, bringing calm and motivation.

  2. During

    Sports massage during the competition

    During breaks it is useful to massage the athlete and do some stretching, to release part of the muscle tension that has built up.

  3. After

    Post-event sports massage

    After the competition it is important to treat the muscles to support circulation and recovery. Cooling oils bring the athlete relief and support full recovery.

The session

How does a session at Crigan Massaggi work?

At your first sports session Mihail starts from the sport you play and when your next competition is. The work is not the same before and after exertion: before, you need preparation; after, you need recovery. The session then follows four steps, always with Mihail Crigan in person.

  1. 1

    Listening and goals

    Mihail Crigan asks what sport you play, how you train, when your next competition is and where you feel fatigue or pain.

  2. 2

    60 minutes of treatment

    Sports massage and stretching, with 100% pure organic oils; after a competition, cooling oils too.

  3. 3

    Advice and exercises

    You get advice and stretching exercises to add to your training routine.

  4. 4

    A specialist, if needed

    If the complaint needs a closer assessment, a consultation with a physiotherapist and a physiatrist is possible, thanks to the collaboration with Dr Oriano Casamenti of STUDIO RONEFOR.

How often should you have it? The frequency is assessed case by case with Mihail Crigan, based on your training and competitions. If the massage is used to treat knots and aches, the rule for pain-focused massages applies: at least 3 days between sessions, so no more than two a week; for relaxing massages there is no real limit. More answers in the massage FAQ.

Safety

When should you avoid a sports massage or ask your doctor first?

Sports massage is a wellness treatment and does not replace medical care. Before booking, it is wise to check with your doctor in case of:

  • recent injuries or muscle tears;
  • acute inflammation;
  • fever.

Your doctor can tell you when to start having massages again. If in doubt, always ask them, and tell Mihail Crigan about any conditions you have or treatments you are following.

The main qualification

What training does Mihail Crigan have as a sports massage practitioner?

Sports massage is at the heart of the training of Mihail Crigan, owner and sole practitioner at Crigan Massaggi: he holds the national diploma “Operatore in massaggio sportivo” (sports massage practitioner) from DIABASI® Scuola Professionale di Massaggio, issued in Palmanova on 26 June 2017 at the end of a 224-hour course following the DIABASI® method.

On top of this diploma he holds DIABASI® certificates in deep tissue massage, neck massage, Maori massage, Thai Oil Massage, Vodder lymphatic drainage, basic Ayurvedic massage and Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage.

Qualification
National diploma
Course length
224 hours
Issued in
Palmanova, 26 June 2017
DIABASI® sports massage practitioner certificate issued to Mihail Crigan
Mihail Crigan's DIABASI® national diploma as a sports massage practitioner.
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FAQ

Frequently asked questions about sports massage in Turin

How much does a sports massage cost at Crigan Massaggi in Turin?

At the Crigan Massaggi studio, Via Monginevro 76/F, Turin, a 60-minute sports massage costs 60 €, like every other massage, and the length can be agreed with Mihail Crigan. With the pack of 10 massages of your choice, each session costs 50 € instead of 60 € (see the studio's offers).

Is it better to have a sports massage before or after a competition?

It depends on the goal: before a competition, sports massage helps release the tension caused by adrenaline and brings calm and motivation, while after a competition it supports cool-down and recovery. When you book, tell Mihail Crigan the date of the competition: together you will choose the best moment.

Is sports massage only for professional athletes?

No. According to Mihail Crigan of Crigan Massaggi, sports massage is useful both for professional athletes and for people who run or simply go to the gym, because it helps keep the muscles in shape and lets you give your best without overloading them.

How many sports massage sessions do you need?

It depends on the sport, your training load and your age, so it is assessed case by case. In Mihail Crigan's experience, about 5 sessions are usually needed for people aged 18 to 40 who play sport, and about 10 for people aged 40 to 65 who lead a healthy life.

Is heat or cold better for an injury or a muscle knot?

According to Mihail Crigan of Crigan Massaggi, cold is used for inflammation and injuries such as sprains and strains, while heat is suitable for muscle knots. After a recent injury or tear, ask your doctor for advice before booking a massage.

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What do clients say about Crigan Massaggi?

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Treatments

Mihail Crigan's other massages

Same fee for every treatment: 60 minutes for 60 €. For a stiff neck there is the neck massage; for knots in the back and legs, the deep tissue massage.

Deep tissue massage on the back Illustrative image generated with AI

Deep tissue massage

For back pain, arm and leg tightness, and trigger-point work after heavy or desk work.

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Neck and cervical massage Illustrative image generated with AI

Neck and cervical massage

For a stiff neck, desk posture and tension headaches linked to the cervical area.

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Sports massage

Before and after training or a race: recovery, muscle elasticity and injury prevention.

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Wooden tools for Maori massage Illustrative image generated with AI

Maori massage

Wooden tools: deep tissue, drainage and toning, including on highly developed muscle.

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Thai Oil Massage with essential oils Illustrative image generated with AI

Thai Oil Massage

Pressure along the meridians, friction and moderate stretching with essential oils, on the table.

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Manual lymphatic drainage on the legs Illustrative image generated with AI

Manual lymphatic drainage

Vodder method for fluid retention, swelling and cellulite: slow, gentle and relaxing.

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Ayurvedic massage with warm oil Illustrative image generated with AI

Ayurvedic massage

Traditional Indian massage for people who feel the cold or have a low pain threshold.

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Hawaiian Lomi Lomi massage Illustrative image generated with AI

Hawaiian Lomi Lomi

Relaxing massage with coconut oil when you need to leave daily stress behind.

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By appointment

Book your sports massage in Turin

Tell Mihail Crigan what sport you play and when your next competition is: together you will book a 60-minute session at the Via Monginevro 76/F studio.

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