What is deep tissue massage?
With emphasis on slow, focused pressure on chronically tense muscles, deep tissue is generally tailored to only a few, site-specific areas. Deep tissue massage is also known as Myofascial Release, a term coined in the 1940s by Janet Travell. This modality is not designed for a full body massage, unless blended with other techniques.
Deep tissue massage typically utilizes little, if any, lubricant due to the deep nature of the work. Not to be considered ‘painful’, the goal of deep tissue is to remove adhesions in the muscle tissue and restore proper functionality through allowing proper flow of blood and nervous energy.
What to expect
Typical deep tissue massage sessions last 30-60 minutes, though longer sessions can be arranged. The patient will need to be disrobed, at least in the region(s) of contact. As standard with any form of bodywork, no private areas or female breast tissue will be exposed.