Clare Langford

Clare Langford

Massage Therapist

Bio

Clare is an experienced Sports and Remedial Massage Therapist with a strong background in theatre, fitness, and physical performance. She began her career as an actor in theatre and film and, alongside her physical training, qualified as a Fitness Instructor in 2012 before training as a Soft Tissue Therapist in 2013.

Over the past 13 years, Clare has worked full-time in sports and remedial massage within multidisciplinary environments. Her approach focuses on identifying and addressing the underlying causes of pain and dysfunction while ensuring patients leave treatment feeling relaxed and supported.

Having completed two marathons and several half marathons, Clare is an advocate for maintenance and injury prevention. Her background in theatre performance and fitness gives her a strong awareness of movement and body function, which she brings to her work with each patient. Her aim is to understand the factors contributing to discomfort and provide care that supports both physical recovery and a greater sense of wellbeing.

She works with people experiencing acute and chronic injuries, postural imbalances, muscular tension, and general stress.

Outside the clinic, Clare continues to enjoy her passion for the performing arts, alongside yoga, Pilates and running. She can often be found at the theatre or out on a long run.

Clare works with a wide range of patients, from active individuals and athletes to those managing everyday aches, pains, and muscular tension. Her particular areas of focus include:

  • Sports and activity-related injuries
  • Acute and chronic muscular pain
  • Muscle tightness and tension
  • Postural imbalances and work-related discomfort
  • Recovery and preparation for sporting activity
  • Running-related muscular issues
  • Pregnancy-related aches and muscular discomfort
  • Postnatal recovery
  • Swelling and fluid retention following injury or surgery
  • General aches, stiffness, and reduced mobility
  • Supporting physical wellbeing and relaxation

Qualifications 

  • BTEC Level 5 Diploma in Sports and Remedial Massage
  • ITEC Level 3 Diploma in Sports Massage
  • Fitness Instructor – CYQ Level 2
  • Diploma in Pre- and Post-Natal Massage
  • Diploma in Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage
  • Diploma in Brazilian Lymphatic Drainage Massage
  • Myofascial Release Therapy
  • Diploma in Hot Stone Massage
  • Diploma in Indian Head Massage
  • Diploma in Cupping Massage

Professional Membership

  • Member of the Federation of Holistic Therapists (FHT)
  • Member of the Institute of Sport & Remedial Massage (ISRM)

Clare has previously provided treatment at a range of major sporting events, including the Annual London Cycle, Bath Rugby Sevens, JP Morgan Battersea Park Run, London Marathon, and Cobham Rugby Club.

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