There are different forms of massage, and deep tissue massage is one of them. This type of massage is done to realign the deeper layers of connective tissues and muscles to address and resolve health problems that may cause stiffness and chronic pain. The main difference between deep tissue massage and other forms of massage is that it addresses deeper, more rooted issues in the ligaments and muscles. As a result, treatments offered to the patient are more vigorous, successful, and long-lasting.

When you sustain an injury or experience ongoing tension or stiffness to your ligaments, muscles, or tendons, a band of rigid flexible tissues known as adhesions form.

Most of these adhesions are relatively minor. But extreme cases can be extremely painful, limit your flexibility and movement, and block circulation. The treatment recommended in most of these cases is deep tissue treatment.

Stiffness, tension, and adhesions can be related to a number of chronic conditions, and if you are experiencing them, it is most likely that your physician will recommend this type of massage. This type of massage helps in the treatment of the following:

– Stiffness, spasm, or chronic pain

– Inflexibility

– TMJ

– Muscle tension

– Limited mobility

– Sciatica

– Constricted blood flow

– Fibromyalgia

– High levels of stress

– Ligament, tendon, and muscle injury

These conditions are managed by releasing tension and adhesions, promoting further movement in the area, and increasing blood flow.

Even though this type of massage helps in the management of a variety of conditions, you should not go for it if:

– You have bruises of any kind

– You have a rash or inflamed skin

– You have suffered a recent hernia or fracture

– You are pregnant

Seek your physician’s opinion first before opting for this kind of treatment. Also, ensure that the therapist offering you this type of massage is qualified. You should not allow an unqualified individual to do it as he or she may cause more harm than good.

Preparing for this type of massage

There are a few things you may want to do before your appointment if it is the first time you are receiving a deep tissue treatment. Among them is you should ensure that you have eaten a light meal and are hydrated. Also, stretch before the treatment. This promotes flexibility and blood flow, and ensures that you get the most out of the massage. You should also inform the therapist of all the issues you may be facing. This will help him or her assist you better.