Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue massage concentrates on the deep layers of the muscle tissues, connective tissues, and individual muscle fibers. This type of massage helps in relieving muscle tensions, loosen the tissues to relieve strain, trigger the release of toxins from muscles, and hasten the proper circulation of oxygen. Deep tissue massage therapy is perfect for those with stiff neck, sore shoulders and low back tightness.
Specific hand positions and movements, which are typically slow and deep, help in providing a soothing physical relief to the person. Deep tissue massage is often referred to as a both corrective and therapeutic, making it ideal, not only for those with specific muscular tension problems but for those who want to experience a calming effect to release stress from the body.
How Does It Work?
Chronic muscle tension and injury is often cause by adhesions in muscles, ligaments and tendons. This can cause the blocking of proper oxygen circulation into affected areas resulting to pain, inflammation and limited movement.
Through deep tissue massage, the adhesions are physically broken down to ease the pain and reestablish normal movements. Slow and deep hand strokes effectively direct muscles to realign to their normal positions.
Other Benefits of Deep Tissue Massage
Apart from treating muscle tensions, Deep Tissue Massage is also great for the following:
Lowering Blood Pressure Levels– Studies prove that a 45 to 60 minute Deep Tissue Massage help reduce people’s blood pressure.
Reduce Stress Hormone Levels– The soothing effect of Deep Tissue Massage effectively regulates and reduces stress hormone levels and heart rate. This is according to a study in the Journal of Clinical Psychiatry.
Boosting Mood and Relaxation– Since stress hormone levels are at their minimal, the person who has undergone Deep Tissue Massage also feels comfortably relaxed and experience a boost in his or her mood.