Abstract
Specific form of sports massage This type of sports massages is used to a specific purpose and it is performed in six basic forms: Training massage, Pre-Event Sports Massage, Inter-Event Sports Massage, Post-Event Sports Massage, Post-Travel massage, Remedial massage. There are basic techniques used in unchangeable order in all types of massages.
The techniques are: effleurage (initial and final), petrissage, friction, tapotement, vibration, passive movements. With all these techniques at all body parts it is necessary to take into cosideration individual contraindications.
Nonspecific form of sports massage Nonspecific form of sports massage is used in cases where there is no link to the actual sports performance and in many cases it is modified by masseur's experiences (expertise) and actual needs of the athlete. Regeneration The basic characteristics of regeneration in sport, its classification, means and possibilities.
The basic means of regeneration are classified in three categories: pedagogic, psychological and biological. The largest part is dedicated to biological means of regeneration, including appropriate nutrition and hydration.
There is also a range of thermal, aquatic and light procedures, electroprocedures and regeneration via movement.