Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue to relieve chronic muscle tension or injury.

Deep tissue techniques may result in some discomfort and residual pain for a day or two following the treatment. The massage releases toxins into the body from the massaged tissue. You need to drink plenty of water for a while after the massage to flush your body of these toxins.

Most sessions will start with lighter pressure to warm the muscles and move slowly into the deeper pressure. It must be done this way because, if deep pressure is applied immediately, the muscles will automatically tighten for protection. This could result in more pain and possibly injury, so the massage therapist will instead begin with less pressure and slowly start the deeper techniques.

Most deep tissue massages will use a minimum of oils or lotions, because there isn’t much gliding or stroking of the skin.