Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage is a type of massage therapy that deals mainly on chronic muscle tensions or injuries. It aims on realigning deep tissues and inner layers of muscles while achieving great results from relaxation and muscle pain relief. Contracted areas, stiff neck, sore shoulders and other deep tissue pains are the areas given emphasis during the massage session. With deep tissue massage, therapists’ works and use direct pressure on focal points, breaks down the adhesions that block blood circulation causing muscle pains and inflammation, and eventually restores the normal muscle movement.

Deep tissue massages, unlike other forms of massages are not solely for relaxation but they have healing effects to many physical conditions such as chronic pain, muscle tensions and spasms, limited mobility, postural problems, sports injury and whiplash.

Consumer reports show deep tissue massage receives high rates from 34,000 people in terms of its healing effects compared to any other type of physical therapy. However there are certain physical conditions that may not be suitable for deep tissue massages and every individual is the one responsible for the risks involved.

Here are some of the conditions when deep tissue massage is not recommended.

*people with osteoporosis (must consult physician first before getting a massage)
*open wounds, infectious skin diseases
*pregnant women (must consult physician first before getting massage)
*post surgery conditions
*people from chemotherapy sessions (unless prescribed by the doctor)
*people with heart diseases (must consult physician before getting a massage)

Preparatory Tips

*it is ideal not to eat heavy meals before any deep tissue massage session
*deep tissue massage session usually takes thirty to one hour duration
*First timers may fill out necessary forms about medical history, preference, so it is ideal to be at the spa ahead of time to discuss issues with the therapist before the massage session.

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