What is Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy is a clinically recognised form of manual therapy involving the skilled manipulation of muscles, tendons, ligaments, and fascia. Using techniques such as deep tissue pressure, myofascial release, and trigger point therapy, massage can alleviate pain, improve circulation, reduce stress, and support long-term musculoskeletal health.
At The Athlete’s Guild, massage is delivered with a therapeutic focus — blending sports performance, injury rehabilitation, and holistic care.
Common Conditions Treated
Massage therapy plays an important role in both recovery and prevention. It can assist with:
 Back, neck, and shoulder pain – relieving tension and restoring movement. |
 Sports and overuse injuries – accelerating recovery from muscle strains and training loads. |
 Headaches and migraines – reducing muscle tightness and referred pain from the neck and shoulders. |
 Arthritis and joint stiffness – supporting mobility and reducing discomfort. |
 Stress, anxiety, and fatigue – promoting relaxation and improved sleep quality. |
 Soft tissue injuries and scar tissue – enhancing healing and improving tissue mobility. |
Treatment Approaches
At The Athlete’s Guild, massage is never “one-size-fits-all.” Each treatment is tailored to your needs and may combine:
- Manual Lymphatic Drainage – A gentle, rhythmical form of massage designed to support lymphatic circulation and fluid movement within the body. Lymphatic drainage massage may assist with swelling, tissue congestion, and post-surgical or post-treatment recovery, and is delivered with consideration of individual health history and lymphatic function.
- Oncology Massage – Specialised, gentle massage tailored for people undergoing or recovering from cancer treatment. Oncology massage supports comfort, reduces pain, fatigue and treatment-related side effects, and adapts pressure and techniques to suit individual medical history, surgical changes, lymphatic considerations, and overall health status.
- Remedial Massage – Targeted, evidence-based massage focused on assessing and treating musculoskeletal pain, injury, and chronic tension. Remedial massage supports recovery by addressing soft tissue dysfunction, restoring movement, and reducing pain associated with overuse, postural strain, and everyday physical demands.
- Sports Massage – Performance-focused massage designed to support athletes and physically active individuals before, during, and after training or competition. Sports massage assists with managing training load, reducing muscle fatigue, improving recovery, and supporting injury prevention as part of an ongoing performance or rehabilitation program.
Why Choose The Athlete’s Guild?
- Expertise in Sports and Clinical Massage – Trent Renshaw is a qualified remedial, oncology, and sports massage therapist with extensive training in men’s health, lymphoedema care, and manual therapy.
- Evidence-based techniques – treatment plans integrate best practice from sports medicine, oncology rehabilitation, and physiotherapy-aligned care.
- Local experience – serving the Coffs Harbour community, including athletes, tradespeople, and individuals recovering from surgery or injury.
- Integrated approach – massage can be combined with low-level laser therapy (LLLT), exercise rehabilitation, and lymphoedema care for optimal outcomes.
Take Control of Your RecoveryMassage therapy is more than relaxation — it’s a pathway to restoring mobility, enhancing performance, and preventing future problems.