Deep Tissue Massage Edmonton
Widely used to treat chronic aches and pains, deep tissue massage is a popular form of massage therapy.
This technique targets areas of tension or tightness by applying concentrated pressure to the sub-layer of muscles and fascia, the connective tissue that surrounds your muscles. The goal of a deep tissue massage is to support joint restrictions, knots, and adhesions in muscle and fascia.
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Why is Deep Tissue Massage so Effective?
Deep tissue massage increases blood flow in the body which in turn reduces inflammation. The inflammation is what is causing pain, so that helps relieve it. It also helps the muscle tension that comes with dealing with pain.
What Conditions can Deep Tissue Massage Help Resolve?
- Stress Relief. Deep tissue massage is a great stress reliever.
- Reduces Pain.
- Breaks Up Scar Tissue & Makes Movement Easier.
- Reduces Arthritis Symptoms.
- Rehabilitates Injured Muscles.
Deep Tissue Massage FAQ
Deep tissue massages may cause you a little discomfort or slight pain in the areas that are causing you trouble. Discomfort is normal with this type of massage therapy. Most clients say it’s a “good hurt” where it’s a little uncomfortable but feels good at the same time.
Relaxation massage typically uses Swedish massage techniques, lighter pressure, and is not usually used to treat physical discomforts like muscle knots. The therapist generally follows a full-body sequence and does not focus on any one area of the body for too long.
Deep tissue/therapeutic massage is used to treat physical maladies causing discomfort, such as muscle knots, myo-fascial adhesions, nerve impingements, and much more. The therapist will use different techniques than they would for a relaxation massage and spend treatment time in specific areas instead of following a full-body sequence.
Due to the techniques used, deep tissue/therapeutic massage can sometimes be a bit uncomfortable, but it should not cause a client undue pain or stress.
There can be an increased chance of soreness following a deep tissue/therapeutic massage, but the short recovery period should never be debilitating or leave the client feeling worse than they did before the massage. If you feel extreme discomfort following a massage, it is important to let your therapist know so that they can adjust their technique and/or pressure in future treatments.
It is best if you can give an accurate picture of your health and injuries on your health history form. This enables your therapist to design the most appropriate and effective treatment for you.
There is no requirement to have a referral to see a Registered Massage Therapist. Extended health care plans, and insurers may require a referral before you will be covered. You need to check with your policy to see if you need one to be reimbursed for the treatments.
