A small clinic in central Manchester is building a reputation among athletes, professionals, and everyday people who want more from their recovery routine. HEKAS is a space where sports science meets traditional Eastern practice and where the latest rehabilitation tools are used not just to treat injury but also to prevent it. The founder, Sylar Tso, brings over 15 years of clinical experience to HEKAS, drawing on a career that has blended evidence-based sports rehabilitation with holistic practices focused on long-term wellbeing. The result is a tailored, thoughtful approach, designed to work as hard for the 22-year-old footballer training for a big game as it does for the 52-year-old office worker with tight shoulders, poor posture, and stubborn back pain. Sylar explained: “We work with a really wide range of people. Some are young, active, and want to stay at the top of their game. Others are starting to feel the effects of years sitting at a desk or being on their feet all day. “Either way, our aim is the same - to help people move better, feel better, and build strength for the long term.” More than just treatment At the heart of the HEKAS philosophy is a fusion of Western sports science and Eastern preventative care. Where the West brings anatomical precision, musculoskeletal expertise, and injury-specific rehab, Eastern influences emphasise balance, long-term prevention, and treating the root cause. At HEKAS, recovery isn’t limited to those nursing injuries. Many clients visit for sports massage in Manchester as part of a proactive approach to movement, mobility, and muscle care. Whether you're preparing for a race, recovering after a tough session, or spending long hours on your feet, a tailored massage can support tissue health and reduce everyday strain. One standout feature is HEKAS’s UK-patented stretching bed, developed specifically for hard-to-target muscle groups like hamstrings and glutes - particularly beneficial for rugby players, footballers, and those training for endurance events like marathons, hyrox events, or CrossFit competitions. HEKAS is also an authorised training provider and official distributor of Alfacare International Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilisation (IASTM) tools, which are often seen in professional sport, and are used to support soft tissue recovery and mobility. Support for everyday workers But not every client is an athlete. Many are professionals working long hours - chefs, waitstaff, nurses, retail workers, and office-based staff - who spend 10+ hours a day sitting or standing. Sylar continued: “We see a lot of people with plantar fasciitis, lower back pain, and joint fatigue. “That’s where HEKAS’s custom insoles can be beneficial. They're biomechanically designed to improve alignment, posture, and reduce the impact of daily activity. "We’re not just a place for acute injuries. You don’t need to be in pain to benefit from better movement.” Expanding the reach Beyond one-to-one sessions, HEKAS works with businesses and communities across Greater Manchester. The clinic supports employee wellness and injury prevention through corporate wellbeing pop-ups and roadshows in office and residential spaces. HEKAS is also the official Manchester training centre for Body Aid Solutions, one of the UK’s leading providers of sports therapy education. The future of recovery Whether you're a marathon runner, a CrossFit regular, or simply someone who wants to move through life with less pain and more confidence, HEKAS offers a fresh, integrative approach. HEKAS Sports Therapy, Massage, Rehabilitation, Relaxation & Wellbeing Clinic is located at 8 Oxford Court (Lower Ground), Manchester, M2 3WQ. For further information, call 07 443 441 225, email enquiries@hekas.co.uk, or see www.hekas.co.uk