Deep tissue massage is a type of massage therapy that concentrates on rearranging deeper tissue layers of the muscles and connective tissues. Reminiscent of Swedish massage, this massage utilizes many of the same movements and techniques though the pressure is usually more. Some of its strokes also resemble classic massage therapy, however, its movements are slow and the pressure intense on tense areas. Deep tissue massage is especially useful for persistently tense and contracted areas, for example, stiff neck, lower back stiffness and sore shoulders.
This massage is really beneficial in chronic pain, limited mobility, postural problems, osteoarthritis pain, fibromyalgia, muscle tension or spasm, and for quick recovery from injuries. Whenever there is any chronic muscle tension or injury, the problem is usually caused by adhesions (bands of aching, stiff tissue) in muscles, tendons, and ligaments. Adhesions are capable of obstructing circulation and causing pain, restricted movement, and swelling. Deep tissue massage works effectively by actually breaking these adhesions to lessen pain and reinstate normal movement. To carry this out, the massage therapists normally use direct deep pressure across the muscles’ grain.
Benefits of Deep Tissue Massage
- This slow but strong massage is especially helpful for athletes who require extensive muscle conditioning.
- It doesn’t only loosen muscles but also helps to relieve pain and increase mobility.
- It helps in stimulating, conditioning and healing of muscle tissues.
- It is really useful in chronic pain, fibromyalgia, edema, muscle cramping, carpal tunnel syndrome etc.
- It helps muscle tissue stimulation in tense areas due to exerted pressure.
