Deep Tissue Massage
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Deep Tissue Massage is a type of massage that focuses on the deeper layers of the muscles and connective tissues. Due to injury, stress, or long term use, muscles and connective tissue can form knots, or adhesions, that contribute to stiffness and soreness of the body. Deep tissue massage is extremely helpful and effective for chronic stiff neck and shoulder areas as well as lower back tightness. With chronic muscle tension, there are areas of painful, rigid tissue within the muscles, tendons, and ligaments. These adhesions can block the blood circulation to the tissue, causing pain and limited movement. When the oxygen and nutrients are blocked by an adhesion, inflammation can build up toxins in the muscles. The massage can release these toxins, therefore, it is recommended to drink plenty of water post-massage to facilitate the removal of these toxins from the body.
Deep tissue massage uses similar movements and techniques to Swedish massage, however, the pressure used is much more intense and focused. The deep pressure can physically break down these areas of rigid tissue restoring the blood flow, thus relieving pain and increasing range of motion. The techniques of deep tissue massage involve slow, strong movements that reach deep within the muscles. The pressure can be uncomfortable; therefore, deep tissue massage is not for everyone. The masseuse often uses their finger as well as elbows to reach deep into the tissues. The massage itself can be quite painful, especially when adhesions are worked on directly. There can be lingering soreness after a deep tissue massage similar to the feeling of completing a challenging workout.
Deep tissue can be especially beneficial for those suffering from the following conditions; chronic pain, limited mobility and range of motion, injury recovery, carpal tunnel syndrome, postural problems, osteoarthritis pain, fibromyalgia, and muscle tension and spasms. Like all massage, deep tissue massage will give the most long term benefits if performed on an ongoing, maintenance basis. It is important to make sure that your massage therapist has an extensive knowledge of the human muscular anatomy that they can effectively target your problem areas.
Before the massage, the masseuse should sit down with you to discuss any areas of concern that you have in relation to your body. They will also go over any injuries that you have had in the past to pinpoint other possible areas of concern. Deep tissue massage can be extremely beneficial to many who have chronic pain. Having a masseuse work out the adhesions in your muscles, tendons, and ligaments can alleviate years of pain if done by the right therapist and on an ongoing basis to keep these knots from re-forming.
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