Deep Tissue Massage

Do you prefer a firmer massage? Do you suffer from tense muscles?

Then you might prefer a deep tissue massage.

This treatment should envigorate and elongate the muscles, improving the circulation and therfore eliminating any aches.

Benefits

• Reduce fatigue, stress and tension
• Work out tension in the muscles breaking down “knots” and enabling weak muscles to be stimulated
• Improves circulation and tissue elasticity by encouraging the flow of oxygenated blood bringing nutrients to the area and removal of waste products in the lymphatic system
• Reduces the effects of scar tissue
• Stretching the muscles helps to elongate the fibres
• Can also invigorate muscles prior to activity

What do I wear?

During the session you will be covered with a towel, which is removed only to allow access to the area of the body that is being worked on. Usually clients wear underwear and shorts.

The most important thing is that you feel comfortable and your permission will always be sought before working on any areas of your body. You will be actively encouraged to take part in your own treatment - including giving frequent feedback as to whether the techniques being used/areas being worked on feel helpful, relevant and not painful.

Post treatment care and advice

Firstly, take it easy. You have been totally relaxed during your treatment and hopefully you are feeling much better. Try not to have too many things in your diary after leaving your treatment.

Drink plenty of still water. Massage stimulates the circulatory system which encourages blood flow - especially to the treated areas. This in turn stimuates the lymphatic system which removes all the waste materials and requires hydration.