Have you been curious about deep tissue massage therapy and want to learn more? Deep tissue massage techniques can include everything from Myofascial Rlelase, Neuromuscular Therapy, sports massage, Cupping, deep swedish massage, and IASTM -Instrument Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization, or the deepest in our opinion- Ashiatsu- a barefoot deep tissue massage performed by a therapist using gravity and overhead bars for balance.
No natter which therapy you choose, deep tissue massage has many benefits and provides relief by focusing not only on problem areas and reduce pain, but with proper assessment bringing balance and restoring full range of motion to the muscles.
Deep tissue massage can help reduce the symptoms of lower back pain, reduce inflammation, and reduce pain from chronic conditions. It is also a complement to other therapies for chronic pain like physical therapy and chiropractic care. Have you ever experienced a muscle spasm or cramp? Intense pain can elevate your heart rate and blood pressure, wake you from sleep and even leave you sore for a couple days.
This can also occur during deep tissue massages. Your massage therapist is increasing circulation and moving waste products acids out of the tissues. When an injury occurs, such as a sprain, strain, or even direct impact, it can lead to tissue damage and inflammation. Muscles surrounding the injured area can tense up spasm as a protective measure. This muscle tension serves a few purposes:. In cases where nerves are entrapped or compressed by swelling, tension, or misaligned structures such as bones or discs , these muscle spasms can become even more pronounced.
Old injuries and Improper movement patterns or more commonly, non-movement can eventually lead beyond nagging tension and into arthritis and chronic pain disorders. Our mission is to help you break those patterns and re-educate your muscles to function properly AND stay balanced for a lifetime pain free living.
