Deep Tissue Massage

Service Description

A deep tissue massage targets the deeper layers of the muscles and fascia. Fascia is the connective tissues that surround the muscles. We can discuss what you would like to achieve from your therapy and target any problem areas during your treatment. The massage starts off similarly to a Swedish massage with gentle effleurage strokes to warm up the muscles building up to higher pressure techniques using a combination of effleurage, petrissage, tapping, friction, kneading, stretching, lengthening and cross-fiber strokes. Deep tissue massage is beneficial for sports related injuries, chronic pain, stress relief and can break down scar tissue and knot adhesions in the muscles. Knots can cause pain, inflammation and inhibit poor circulation. Healing benefits include: Promotes wellbeing and relaxation Helps with health conditions such as Fibromyalgia & musculoskeletal issues High blood pressure Exercise pain Sports injury Muscle pain Helps to improve sleep Flexibility Relieves anxiety and tension Increases circulation and blood flow Reduces inflammation Releases serotonin the feel-good hormone