Release chronic muscle tension
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue Massage is a massage technique that focuses on the deeper layers of muscle tissue.
It aims to release the chronic patterns of tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas, either following or going across the fibers of the muscles, tendons and fascia.
According to a 2018 review, deep tissue massage works to lengthen and relax deep tissue. This type of massage may help manage pain and increase a person’s range of motion.
Benefits of Deep Tissue Massage
- Releases chronic muscle tension
- Can eliminate scar tissue
- Improves range of motion
- Can relieve chronic pain
- Reduces chronic tissue inflammation
Who Can Benefit from Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage can be an effective treatment method for various conditions, including sports injuries and back pain.
Therapeutic deep tissue massage may also relieve stress and help with health conditions such as fibromyalgia and high blood pressure.
What to Expect During and After a Deep Tissue Massage Session
Deep tissue massage is used to release chronic muscle tension through slower strokes and more direct deep pressure or friction applied across the grain of the muscles not with the grain.
Deep tissue massage helps to break up and eliminate scar tissue.
Deep tissue massage works to relax the body and relieve tension. However, it may initially be uncomfortable due to the pressure on the deep muscle areas and may cause some soreness during or right after the massage.
However, if the massage is done correctly you should feel better than ever within a day or two.
