BENEFITS OF A DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE

BY DIANA BOTTOROFF

Holistic Practitioner & MASSAGE THERAPIST


Have you ever had a massage session where the pressure was too much or it left you feeling sore for a few days?
Experience a holistic approach to massage therapy that supports healthy muscle recovery without the ache. 

WHAT TO EXPECT DURING A DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE

Deep tissue massage is a modality mainly meant to treat chronic muscle pain. It can be similar to a Swedish massage, using the same strokes, but with different intention and slower, more firm pressure to reach key areas deep in the muscle to allow for relief. You should expect a bit more checking in from your practitioners, as communication is paramount when working deeper into the muscle fibers. There may be moments of instructed breathing in and out with a movement that will help avoid any bracing of the body. Your practitioner may include use of hot towels, CBD balm, or cupping to loosen stiff muscles. Personalized aromatherapy can be introduced as well to make the space more calming. Overall, you’ll experience a very soothing massage meant to relax and relieve those achy areas of the body, just with a more focused intention. 

BENEFITS OF A DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE

  • Relieves chronic pain 

  • Promotes faster healing with increased blood flow for circulation 

  • Lower blood pressure 

  • Reduces inflammation 

  • Breaks up scar tissue to allow more mobility in a muscle 

  • Increases those “happy hormones” like dopamine, serotonin, and endorphins

  • Helps with a more restful sleep

What is the holistic approach in a deep tissue session?

The term “holistic” refers and relates to a person being cared for as a whole rather than individual areas of pain. This form of practice elevates a massage session from only treating muscle aches to helping find both a healthy physical and internal balance. Not everyone realizes that emotions are a strong element of causing muscle tension. Just as memories are stored in the mind, trauma can be held in the body. 

For example, the expression “carrying the weight of the world on their shoulders” has real merit in that muscle structure. The shoulders are connected to where we hold our burdens and responsibilities. Tension in the neck is intimately linked to anxiety and trust issues. These and other emotions cause us to brace and therefore leave the muscles unable to fully relax. Receiving deep and focused body work can allow a gentle emotional release leaving you feeling lighter in body, mind and spirit. Afterwards you will feel a measurable difference in mood and improved mobility leaving you ready to take on life with a stronger stride. 

A customized deep tissue session at Saffron and Sage offers you a safe, nurturing environment for the internal and external tensions to be treated. Considering a Deep Tissue massage? Reach out to schedule your healing today. We’re holding space for you

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