Deep Tissue is a powerful and slow form of massage with a deep effect on the body. Deep tissue massage focuses mainly on the connective tissue around your muscles. Deep tissue massage can be slightly uncomfortable, but it should never be unbearable. After a session you can often immediately have the experience of deeper relaxation and spaciousness inside your body.
What to expect
During a deep tissue massage you will experience slow, powerful and deep strokes with palms, fists, arms, elbows, thumbs and fingers. This way we can slowly penetrate into the deepest layers of muscle to help reduce tension in your body. Unlike other forms of massage, deep tissue massage mainly focus on one area at a time instead of simply providing an overall sense of relaxation. There will be no use of oil if not necessary. No or little use of oil, allows deeper work on the muscles and connective tissue. This technique will allow for better energy flow to release stress and tension from the body. I will be checking in with you, to see if the treatment is too intense. This is a powerful and deep treatment, to restore balance in your body, though it should not be experienced as painful. Together we will look for the right amount of pressure and the right tempo.
Common outcomes
Deep tissue massage carries many potential health benefits, including relieving muscle tension, releasing stress and promoting relaxation, pain relieve and improved circulation. The body opens up and during the treatment repressed feelings and emotions could come up. Memories related to those feelings may surface. This is all very welcome. It's not uncommon to have some tears flow during a session. Different people have different experiences, A sense of relieve and openness is also not uncommon afterwards. You might experience soreness or tenderness in the treated areas afterwards, this can last a couple of days. Be gentle with yourself during this time. And it's important to drink enough water afterwards to ensure the discharge of toxins that have been released by your body.
The benefits of Deep Tissue Massage
Reduces Inflammation
Inflammation is the body’s natural reaction to injury or irritation, often resulting in pain, swelling, and discomfort. Deep tissue massage offers an effective method for alleviating inflammation and its related symptoms. By applying firm pressure during the massage, we focus on the deeper layers of muscles and connective tissues. This targeted pressure helps release adhesions or “knots” in the muscles, which are common sources of inflammation.
Improves Posture
Maintaining good posture is essential for overall health and well-being, and deep tissue massage can aid in preserving proper alignment while reducing pain and discomfort caused by poor posture. This type of massage works to correct posture by targeting deep-seated tension and muscle imbalances in the body. It helps by stretching and relaxing tight muscles, enhancing joint flexibility through increased circulation, releasing endorphins, and relieving stress and tension. As a result, these benefits promote better posture, improved balance, and enhanced body coordination.
Releases Chronic Muscle Pain
Deep tissue massage offers effective relief from chronic muscle pain by focusing on the deeper layers of muscles and connective tissues. By releasing built-up tension and reducing inflammation, this technique helps increase flexibility and to alleviate pain.
Reduces Stress
Deep tissue massage is an effective method for reducing stress and enhancing overall well-being by relieving tension in the deeper muscle layers. When the body is fatigued, it releases cortisol, a hormone associated with stress. Deep tissue massage helps lower cortisol levels and relaxes the body, which can lead to better sleep, improved mood, increased energy, and a significant reduction in stress.
Reduces Headaches
Headaches are a common problem that can cause a lot of pain and discomfort. Deep tissue massage is a helpful way to reduce headaches and find relief. It works by easing tension in the muscles of the head, neck, and shoulders, which are often the main areas linked to headaches. By using massage techniques on these areas, muscle tightness is released, which can help reduce headaches. Deep tissue massage also improves blood flow in the head and neck, bringing more oxygen and nutrients to the tissues. This helps reduce inflammation and supports healing.
Improves Circulation
Good circulation is essential for overall health and well-being. It ensures that blood and other fluids flow properly throughout the body, delivering oxygen and nutrients while removing waste and toxins. Poor circulation, however, can lead to issues like fatigue, pain, and even organ damage. Deep tissue massage can improve circulation by boosting blood flow to the areas being massaged. This increased blood flow helps reduce inflammation, relieve pain, and support overall health. Better circulation also promotes greater flexibility, an improved range of motion, and a higher supply of oxygen to various parts of the body.
When to avoid Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massages should be avoided if you have any open wounds, fractures, or other injuries. If you recently had surgery, you should also avoid deep tissue massage. You should also avoid massage in general if you are experiencing a fever, nausea, vomiting, illness, or symptoms of a bad cold.