Deep tissue refers to a number of different massage techniques used to access deeper layers of muscle tissue and fascia. If reduces pain and inflammation and helps rehabilitate injuries. Deep tissue massage therapy is sometimes combined with other types of massage therapy such as my official release or trigger point therapy Deep tissue does not need to be painful to be effective and in fact can feel really good.

Deep tissue massage benefits

• Pain relief: Whether you’re struggling with a sports injury, living with plantar fasciitis, or have a chronic condition such as sciatica or fibromyalgia, deep tissue massage can bring pain relief. Evidence shows that massage is a powerful pain reliever.
• Healing: The increased blood flow stimulated by the massage works to help reduce inflammation and promote faster healing of injuries.
• Lowers blood pressure: Studies have shown that massage can help to lower your blood pressure.
• Improved flexibility: Deep tissue massage can improve the range of movement in tight muscles, allowing for better performance and safer workouts.
• Relaxation: Massage is a wellbeing wonder, and deep tissue massage has the same relaxing benefits. The massage boosts the body’s release of feel-good hormones like dopamine, serotonin and endorphins ensuring you feel blissfully relaxed.
• Aids sleep: As well as helping you sleep better due to pain relief, a deep tissue massage can have a soporific effect later on due to the natural injection of serotonin your body receives.
• Break-up scar tissue: If you have large or notable scars, a deep tissue massage will help to release the tension created by the scar, working fascia loose and promoting greater flexibility in the area.