Welcome to Muslce Kare, Bangor
Treatment is delivered through a variety of techniques which is likely to include sports massage therapy and a range of other manual therapy interventions. Treatments can be adapted and tailored depending on the individual needs of the client and their presenting symptoms.
As well as Sports Massage, Muscle Kare Therapy offer a range of massage treatments, so if you’re looking for a more relaxing treatment that treats your mind as well as your body, then a warm bamboo massage or a relaxing remedial massage is more what you’re looking for!
Muscle Kare Therapy aims to provide specialised and tailored massage and rehabilitation treatments to all our clients, whether you’re a professional or amateur athlete or someone that enjoys sport and being active as a hobby.
You don’t need to be sporty to benefit from our services, it may be that you job or lifestyle causes you discomfort or pain, we will put a plan in place to treat and address any injuries or ongoing muscular problems you may have.
I am a level 4 VCTC qualified Sports Injury Therapist, along with holding the VCTC level 3 qualification in Sports Massage Therapy.
I use a range of remedial and advanced massage techniques to treat you.
I have built up considerable clinical experience working with a range of professional athletes, amateur sports people such as footballers, runners, cyclists, rugby players among others, this experience allows me to treat injuries and issues with our bodies, caused by sport, hobbies and lifestyle can happen at anytime and when they do, they can be painful and frustrating, injuries can affect our quality of life, our job, our sleeping pattern and not just our sporting activities.
Jonathan is fantastic. Couldn't recommend him and his massage services enough. The best ive been to for sports / deep tissue massage.
Jonathan is fantastic. Couldn't recommend him and his massage services enough. The best ive been to for sports / deep tissue massage.
Sports massage really helped, well priced making it possible to go back more often and the online booking is great. Thanks.
Sports massage really helped, well priced making it possible to go back more often and the online booking is great. Thanks.
Had an absolute incredible experience with Jonny. He's very professional and down to earth. He's very aware of his capabilities and is amazing at what he does. Since seeing him, I've recommended him to everyone I can!
Had an absolute incredible experience with Jonny. He's very professional and down to earth. He's very aware of his capabilities and is amazing at what he does. Since seeing him, I've recommended him to everyone I can!
I recently had an exceptional sports massage session for an upper back, shoulder and neck problem. From the moment I walked in Jonathan was professional, attentive and genuinely concerned about my discomfort. He took the time to understand my injury asking detailed questions to tailor the session to my specific needs.
The massage itself was fantastic and precisely targeted my tight muscles and knots providing immediate relief. By the end of the session the pain had significantly reduced and my range of motion felt restored. Jonathan also provided helpful aftercare advice including stretches and posture tips.
Cannot recommend any higher - Will be booking another session again soon!
The massage itself was fantastic and precisely targeted my tight muscles and knots providing immediate relief. By the end of the session the pain had significantly reduced and my range of motion felt restored. Jonathan also provided helpful aftercare advice including stretches and posture tips.
Cannot recommend any higher - Will be booking another session again soon!
I recently had an exceptional sports massage session for an upper back, shoulder and neck problem. From the moment I walked in Jonathan was professional, attentive and genuinely concerned about my discomfort. He took the time to understand my injury asking detailed questions to tailor the session to my specific needs.
The massage itself was fantastic and precisely targeted my tight muscles and knots providing immediate relief. By the end of the session the pain had significantly reduced and my range of motion felt restored. Jonathan also provided helpful aftercare advice including stretches and posture tips.
Cannot recommend any higher - Will be booking another session again soon!
The massage itself was fantastic and precisely targeted my tight muscles and knots providing immediate relief. By the end of the session the pain had significantly reduced and my range of motion felt restored. Jonathan also provided helpful aftercare advice including stretches and posture tips.
Cannot recommend any higher - Will be booking another session again soon!
I recently visited Jonny at Muscle Kare Therapy after sustaining an acute lower back injury during a gym class, and I cannot recommend him highly enough.
From the moment I arrived, Jonny was incredibly welcoming and put me at ease straight away. His professionalism, extensive knowledge, and calm, confident manner were immediately evident.
He took the time to thoroughly assess my condition, asking detailed questions about my injury and lifestyle to ensure a tailored approach. The treatment itself included a highly effective sports massage combined with targeted techniques to relieve tension and improve mobility in my lower back. Jonny clearly has a deep understanding of anatomy and injury rehabilitation—his ability to locate the source of pain and apply the right pressure and technique was outstanding.
What truly stood out was his commitment to not just treating the injury, but also educating me on how to support my recovery through stretches, posture advice, and preventative tips for future training. I left the session feeling significantly more mobile and with a noticeable reduction in pain.
Jonny is a highly skilled therapist with a genuine passion for helping people recover and perform at their best. Whether you're dealing with a sports injury or simply need expert muscular care, I would wholeheartedly recommend Muscle Kare Therapy.
From the moment I arrived, Jonny was incredibly welcoming and put me at ease straight away. His professionalism, extensive knowledge, and calm, confident manner were immediately evident.
He took the time to thoroughly assess my condition, asking detailed questions about my injury and lifestyle to ensure a tailored approach. The treatment itself included a highly effective sports massage combined with targeted techniques to relieve tension and improve mobility in my lower back. Jonny clearly has a deep understanding of anatomy and injury rehabilitation—his ability to locate the source of pain and apply the right pressure and technique was outstanding.
What truly stood out was his commitment to not just treating the injury, but also educating me on how to support my recovery through stretches, posture advice, and preventative tips for future training. I left the session feeling significantly more mobile and with a noticeable reduction in pain.
Jonny is a highly skilled therapist with a genuine passion for helping people recover and perform at their best. Whether you're dealing with a sports injury or simply need expert muscular care, I would wholeheartedly recommend Muscle Kare Therapy.
I recently visited Jonny at Muscle Kare Therapy after sustaining an acute lower back injury during a gym class, and I cannot recommend him highly enough.
From the moment I arrived, Jonny was incredibly welcoming and put me at ease straight away. His professionalism, extensive knowledge, and calm, confident manner were immediately evident.
He took the time to thoroughly assess my condition, asking detailed questions about my injury and lifestyle to ensure a tailored approach. The treatment itself included a highly effective sports massage combined with targeted techniques to relieve tension and improve mobility in my lower back. Jonny clearly has a deep understanding of anatomy and injury rehabilitation—his ability to locate the source of pain and apply the right pressure and technique was outstanding.
What truly stood out was his commitment to not just treating the injury, but also educating me on how to support my recovery through stretches, posture advice, and preventative tips for future training. I left the session feeling significantly more mobile and with a noticeable reduction in pain.
Jonny is a highly skilled therapist with a genuine passion for helping people recover and perform at their best. Whether you're dealing with a sports injury or simply need expert muscular care, I would wholeheartedly recommend Muscle Kare Therapy.
From the moment I arrived, Jonny was incredibly welcoming and put me at ease straight away. His professionalism, extensive knowledge, and calm, confident manner were immediately evident.
He took the time to thoroughly assess my condition, asking detailed questions about my injury and lifestyle to ensure a tailored approach. The treatment itself included a highly effective sports massage combined with targeted techniques to relieve tension and improve mobility in my lower back. Jonny clearly has a deep understanding of anatomy and injury rehabilitation—his ability to locate the source of pain and apply the right pressure and technique was outstanding.
What truly stood out was his commitment to not just treating the injury, but also educating me on how to support my recovery through stretches, posture advice, and preventative tips for future training. I left the session feeling significantly more mobile and with a noticeable reduction in pain.
Jonny is a highly skilled therapist with a genuine passion for helping people recover and perform at their best. Whether you're dealing with a sports injury or simply need expert muscular care, I would wholeheartedly recommend Muscle Kare Therapy.
Jonathan offers a great level of service when it comes to sports massages, really sorts out of all my niggles before marathons! Thank you Sir
Jonathan offers a great level of service when it comes to sports massages, really sorts out of all my niggles before marathons! Thank you Sir
I have been experiencing some discomfort and strain in my back for a number of months. After visiting Jonathan I feel like a new man, he was very professional and easy to talk to. Would highly recommend and I have just booked 2nd appointment.
I have been experiencing some discomfort and strain in my back for a number of months. After visiting Jonathan I feel like a new man, he was very professional and easy to talk to. Would highly recommend and I have just booked 2nd appointment.
Attended my Sports Massage appointment around 4-5 months ago, and can't recommend Muscle Kare enough. I re-gained a full range of motion, all niggling aches and pains gone, and the advice afterwards was 100%! Will be returning when needed again.
Attended my Sports Massage appointment around 4-5 months ago, and can't recommend Muscle Kare enough. I re-gained a full range of motion, all niggling aches and pains gone, and the advice afterwards was 100%! Will be returning when needed again.
I have been coming to monthly appointments here for over a year now. I can book these in advance, which is handy.
Jonny is polite, well presented, and a knowledgeable professional.
I can highly recommend his services.
Jonny is polite, well presented, and a knowledgeable professional.
I can highly recommend his services.
I have been coming to monthly appointments here for over a year now. I can book these in advance, which is handy.
Jonny is polite, well presented, and a knowledgeable professional.
I can highly recommend his services.
Jonny is polite, well presented, and a knowledgeable professional.
I can highly recommend his services.
I really needed to share my experience with Jonathon! After a back problem I visited Jonathon on a bank holiday Monday
I immediately felt at ease & he done wonders for my discomfort, I left walking straighter ! He then contacted me a few days later to see how I was, customer care at its finest ! I was still in a bit of pain so Jonathon seen me on a Sunday evening to accommodate my busy lifestyle. Exceptional service! After this session I actually called him “magic hands” I couldn’t believe the difference!
Such a lovely gent who is fantastic at what he does! Cannot recommend him enough, I will be back for a session definitely again & will be telling the world about him.
His work is amazing, his bedside manner impeccable, client follow up & accommodating second to none. Don’t even think about it, book in now !!!
Karen
I immediately felt at ease & he done wonders for my discomfort, I left walking straighter ! He then contacted me a few days later to see how I was, customer care at its finest ! I was still in a bit of pain so Jonathon seen me on a Sunday evening to accommodate my busy lifestyle. Exceptional service! After this session I actually called him “magic hands” I couldn’t believe the difference!
Such a lovely gent who is fantastic at what he does! Cannot recommend him enough, I will be back for a session definitely again & will be telling the world about him.
His work is amazing, his bedside manner impeccable, client follow up & accommodating second to none. Don’t even think about it, book in now !!!
Karen
I really needed to share my experience with Jonathon! After a back problem I visited Jonathon on a bank holiday Monday
I immediately felt at ease & he done wonders for my discomfort, I left walking straighter ! He then contacted me a few days later to see how I was, customer care at its finest ! I was still in a bit of pain so Jonathon seen me on a Sunday evening to accommodate my busy lifestyle. Exceptional service! After this session I actually called him “magic hands” I couldn’t believe the difference!
Such a lovely gent who is fantastic at what he does! Cannot recommend him enough, I will be back for a session definitely again & will be telling the world about him.
His work is amazing, his bedside manner impeccable, client follow up & accommodating second to none. Don’t even think about it, book in now !!!
Karen
I immediately felt at ease & he done wonders for my discomfort, I left walking straighter ! He then contacted me a few days later to see how I was, customer care at its finest ! I was still in a bit of pain so Jonathon seen me on a Sunday evening to accommodate my busy lifestyle. Exceptional service! After this session I actually called him “magic hands” I couldn’t believe the difference!
Such a lovely gent who is fantastic at what he does! Cannot recommend him enough, I will be back for a session definitely again & will be telling the world about him.
His work is amazing, his bedside manner impeccable, client follow up & accommodating second to none. Don’t even think about it, book in now !!!
Karen
I am delighted to have found Jonathan who is an excellent massage therapist located near my home. I’ve been seeing him roughly every 6-8 weeks since April and he’s helped me stay fresh and healthy during half marathon training. I will continue seeing Jonathan for the foreseeable as he has added so much value to my health.
I am delighted to have found Jonathan who is an excellent massage therapist located near my home. I’ve been seeing him roughly every 6-8 weeks since April and he’s helped me stay fresh and healthy during half marathon training. I will continue seeing Jonathan for the foreseeable as he has added so much value to my health.
Excellent no nonsense service provided. Been to a few sports massage/physios before and Jonathan is by far the best. Recommended friends and family and all think the results are fantastic. Online booking system made very easy.
Excellent no nonsense service provided. Been to a few sports massage/physios before and Jonathan is by far the best. Recommended friends and family and all think the results are fantastic. Online booking system made very easy.
Went for my first massage today, the best I've had before. Jonathan is lovely and made me feel very relaxed. Can't wait to get booked in again.
Went for my first massage today, the best I've had before. Jonathan is lovely and made me feel very relaxed. Can't wait to get booked in again.
Jonathan is the best I’ve used… I have had back and hip muscle issues since 2018 and I’ve made the most amount of progress with Jonathan, having seen several others in the USA and UK.
Jonathan is the best I’ve used… I have had back and hip muscle issues since 2018 and I’ve made the most amount of progress with Jonathan, having seen several others in the USA and UK.
Excellent deep tissue massage, highly recommend Jonathan! Helped me tremendously with my back and shoulder pain. He is very good at what he does!
Excellent deep tissue massage, highly recommend Jonathan! Helped me tremendously with my back and shoulder pain. He is very good at what he does!
Was booked in nice and quick, was exactly what I needed for my neck and shoulders!
Was booked in nice and quick, was exactly what I needed for my neck and shoulders!
Excellent sports massage. Jonathan is very welcoming, friendly and informative. Highly recommend.
Excellent sports massage. Jonathan is very welcoming, friendly and informative. Highly recommend.
5 🌟 , Thanks so much Jonathan , amazing relaxation massage, haven't felt this good in a long time , a major stress relief !!!
If anyone is looking a relaxation massage he's your man ... Thanks Again
If anyone is looking a relaxation massage he's your man ... Thanks Again
5 🌟 , Thanks so much Jonathan , amazing relaxation massage, haven't felt this good in a long time , a major stress relief !!!
If anyone is looking a relaxation massage he's your man ... Thanks Again
If anyone is looking a relaxation massage he's your man ... Thanks Again
I go to Muscle Kare for general maintenance.
Great work and always come away happy.
No pain no gain
Great work and always come away happy.
No pain no gain
I go to Muscle Kare for general maintenance.
Great work and always come away happy.
No pain no gain
Great work and always come away happy.
No pain no gain
Highly recommend going to Muscle Kare, I couldn't recommend it enough!! Over the years, a combination of sitting a lot in my day job and how our backs generally carry our stress, my posture hadn't been the best. I'd tried deep tissue massages at a few places, and although they were relaxing, they didn't actually help get to the root of the issue!
Johnny at Muscle Kare worked a deep tissue massage on me, and helped me understand why my back was carrying a lot of stress - he was able to explain the situation in such a simple, comprehensible way. He's given me different stretches to do to help correct my back, and honestly it's doing wonders. I live over in London, but always try book a session in with Johnny when I'm back in Northern Ireland... Its so worth it!
Johnny at Muscle Kare worked a deep tissue massage on me, and helped me understand why my back was carrying a lot of stress - he was able to explain the situation in such a simple, comprehensible way. He's given me different stretches to do to help correct my back, and honestly it's doing wonders. I live over in London, but always try book a session in with Johnny when I'm back in Northern Ireland... Its so worth it!
Highly recommend going to Muscle Kare, I couldn't recommend it enough!! Over the years, a combination of sitting a lot in my day job and how our backs generally carry our stress, my posture hadn't been the best. I'd tried deep tissue massages at a few places, and although they were relaxing, they didn't actually help get to the root of the issue!
Johnny at Muscle Kare worked a deep tissue massage on me, and helped me understand why my back was carrying a lot of stress - he was able to explain the situation in such a simple, comprehensible way. He's given me different stretches to do to help correct my back, and honestly it's doing wonders. I live over in London, but always try book a session in with Johnny when I'm back in Northern Ireland... Its so worth it!
Johnny at Muscle Kare worked a deep tissue massage on me, and helped me understand why my back was carrying a lot of stress - he was able to explain the situation in such a simple, comprehensible way. He's given me different stretches to do to help correct my back, and honestly it's doing wonders. I live over in London, but always try book a session in with Johnny when I'm back in Northern Ireland... Its so worth it!
I couldn't recommend Jonathan highly enough! I have suffered from tennis elbow for years. After one session with Jonathan the pain was gone!
I also go for general maintenance due to my increase use of the gym. This greatly helps me reduce any aches and pains from my workouts. I would recommend to anyone who is looking a Sports Massage Therapist!
I also go for general maintenance due to my increase use of the gym. This greatly helps me reduce any aches and pains from my workouts. I would recommend to anyone who is looking a Sports Massage Therapist!
I couldn't recommend Jonathan highly enough! I have suffered from tennis elbow for years. After one session with Jonathan the pain was gone!
I also go for general maintenance due to my increase use of the gym. This greatly helps me reduce any aches and pains from my workouts. I would recommend to anyone who is looking a Sports Massage Therapist!
I also go for general maintenance due to my increase use of the gym. This greatly helps me reduce any aches and pains from my workouts. I would recommend to anyone who is looking a Sports Massage Therapist!
Can’t recommend highly enough. I had a few sessions during my build up to the London marathon as I was struggling with my hamstrings. Not only was the treatment first class but the continual support and advice on how speed up recovery was amazing. Not sure I’d have made it round (or recovered afterwards) without it.
Can’t recommend highly enough. I had a few sessions during my build up to the London marathon as I was struggling with my hamstrings. Not only was the treatment first class but the continual support and advice on how speed up recovery was amazing. Not sure I’d have made it round (or recovered afterwards) without it.
Johnny helped me no end after I hurt my back at work. As a chef, I had a history of back pain but after a few deep tissue massages, i felt much more mobile and, more importantly, pain free. Now I have regular appointments to help keep me on the move. Thanks Johnny!
Johnny helped me no end after I hurt my back at work. As a chef, I had a history of back pain but after a few deep tissue massages, i felt much more mobile and, more importantly, pain free. Now I have regular appointments to help keep me on the move. Thanks Johnny!
Excellent treatment from Johnny, I can't recommend him highly enough! Looking forward to getting booked in again in the new year.
Excellent treatment from Johnny, I can't recommend him highly enough! Looking forward to getting booked in again in the new year.
I had injured my back and shoulder muscles at work. Johnny sorted the issues, had lots of helpful advice and really put me at ease. Thanks so much! See you again soon
I had injured my back and shoulder muscles at work. Johnny sorted the issues, had lots of helpful advice and really put me at ease. Thanks so much! See you again soon
Fantastic Sports Massage, highly recommend!!
Very professional, instantly put me at ease and the massage was phenomenal!
Thanks again Jonathan, will definitely be back again soon.
Very professional, instantly put me at ease and the massage was phenomenal!
Thanks again Jonathan, will definitely be back again soon.
Fantastic Sports Massage, highly recommend!!
Very professional, instantly put me at ease and the massage was phenomenal!
Thanks again Jonathan, will definitely be back again soon.
Very professional, instantly put me at ease and the massage was phenomenal!
Thanks again Jonathan, will definitely be back again soon.
Deep Tissue Massage, superb massage to get my shoulder back into full movement.
As a rock climber, my shoulder had given me a spot of bother. It was great to get it sorted so I can get back out for a few more climbs before the weather turns. Thanks Johnny.
As a rock climber, my shoulder had given me a spot of bother. It was great to get it sorted so I can get back out for a few more climbs before the weather turns. Thanks Johnny.
Deep Tissue Massage, superb massage to get my shoulder back into full movement.
As a rock climber, my shoulder had given me a spot of bother. It was great to get it sorted so I can get back out for a few more climbs before the weather turns. Thanks Johnny.
As a rock climber, my shoulder had given me a spot of bother. It was great to get it sorted so I can get back out for a few more climbs before the weather turns. Thanks Johnny.
Education and Qualifications:
VCTC Level 3 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy
VCTC Level 4 Certificate in Sports Massage Therapy
Certificate in Kinesiology Taping
Certificate in Sports Strapping and Tapping
Certificate in Pitch Side First Aid
Certificate in Hot Bamboo Massage
Sports and deep tissue massage are forms of treatments that can be used by athletes, professional
and amateur alike, as well as the non-sporting among us due to the significant benefits sports
massage can provide.
Sports massage is used to help keep muscles functioning correctly, as a result it will help to improve
sporting performance, reduces pain and discomfort in our daily lives.
Regular sports massage helps to reduce the risk of injury from sprains, strains and muscle tears,
having regular post-event sports massage helps to aid recovery by reducing DOMs (Delayed Onset of
Muscle Soreness), it will help to re–establish a full range of motion and increases blood flow to tired
and fatigued muscles.
Remedial massages can be used in the treatment of specific injuries, such as hamstring and calf
strains, as well as to correct muscular imbalances along with both overuse and repetitive strain
injuries, sports massage is also used to correct postural issues.
Sports and Deep tissue massage helps to ease chronic pain caused by our sports, hobby’s, jobs and
lifestyle, Injuries, such as, a stiff neck, upper and lower back pain, leg muscle tightness and sore
shoulders can all be eased and corrected by sports massage.
Sports massage focuses on realigning the deep layers of muscle tissue using slow deep pressure concentrated on areas of chronic tension or injury.
The techniques and strokes are applied using hands, forearms and elbows and a range of other techniques help to physically break down muscular adhesions, which are rigid muscle tissues that reduce circulation and can restrict movement.
We aim to correct these muscle tissues in order to prevent future injuries and improve the performance of our muscles which in turn will enhance and improve our sporting performance.
A regular treatment can help prevent injury by improving the condition of the muscles. Sports and deep tissue massage has a number of physical, physiological and psychological benefits, such as:
- Reduces Pain
- Prevents further injury
- Increases range of motion within joints
- Improves circulation and lymphatic flow
- Assists in removing of metabolic waste from the body
- Restores correct function to muscle tissue
- Removes tensions and increases muscle length
- Reduces and remodels scar tissue
- Helps to relieve anxiety and helps with relaxation
- Enhances a sense of general well being
- Increases mental awareness