When you are feeling stressed, or have pain, knots and or muscle soreness, then you need a deep tissue massage. A deep tissue massage is very therapeutic and can improve the pain, reduce stress and improve your day. A deep tissue massage has been around for a very long time and it has been a great help to people with knots, pain, arthritis, stress, and much more. If you have never had a deep tissue massage, then Massage Miami Beach would like to share more about deep tissue massages and its many benefits.
What Does a Deep Tissue Massage Actually Do?
Many people assume a deep tissue massage is the same as a Swedish massage. A deep tissue massage is different in the sense that a deep tissue massage uses firm pressure and slow strokes. The focus is to reach the deep layers of the muscle and fascia, which are all of the connective tissue that surrounds the muscles. With the firm pressure, a deep tissue massage helps to break up scar tissue and the muscle adhesions which are basically knots. Knots are more than just uncomfortable but they can inhibit the blood circulation which causes pain and inflammation. When you get a deep tissue massage, the therapist will usually start with light pressure and increase the pressure over time. The therapist will often ask if you have any problem areas that will need more attention to help work out your knots and other problem areas.
Deep Tissue Massage Benefits
A deep tissue massage can help you in many ways and can improve your mental and physical health. Here are some of the many benefits of deep tissue massage.
Lower Blood Pressure – A deep tissue massage helps to reduce stress and tension which can trigger high blood pressure. A deep tissue massage helps the systolic, diastolic, and arterial blood pressure and also increase levels of serotonin. By having a deep tissue massage, you will have less stress and better health.
Improve Range of Motion – Where there is scar tissue from an injury you may have ongoing pain and stiffness in the site. Whether you have had a shoulder, back or other type of injury, your motion may become restricted or stiff. A deep stiff massage helps to break down the scar tissue and improve movement and flexibility.
Reduce Symptoms of Arthritis – Like an injury, arthritis can cause chronic pain, limited range of motion, stiffness and more. For those with arthritis, you may even have bad sleep. A deep tissue massage can help reduce the pain and ease tension which improves some range of motion.
Help With Pregnancy and Delivery – If you are pregnant you would greatly benefit from having a deep tissue massage. During pregnancy a deep tissue massage can help with back pain and keep you feeling more relaxed. Some studies suggest that regular deep tissue massage prior to delivery has helped make labor less painful and even made for a shorter delivery.
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There are many benefits of a deep tissue massage. If you are in need or due for a relaxing massage, contact Massage Miami Beach today.