Hatt Clinic
May 10, 2019
DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE
Relieve muscular pain and tension with deep tissue massage
Do your muscles feel tense and achy?
Stiff, tight muscles can be painful, restricting your mobility and making life harder.
Deep tissue massage helps to relieve pain like this, so you can move more freely and easily.
Maybe you’ve been pushing yourself with exercise or training. Perhaps you’ve been doing gardening, DIY, or a physically demanding job. Or it could be that you’re managing a chronic condition, like back pain, neck pain or arthritis.
You may have tried chiropractors, osteopaths or homeopaths with limited results. Or you may have been recommended to try massage by your GP.
Whatever your issue, Hatt Clinic’s multi-skilled clinicians will create a personalised plan to help. They’ll combine deep tissue massage with other techniques to help treat the root cause of your problem and give you lasting results.
To get relief from muscle pain and start moving more freely, book a Massage and Manual Therapy appointment at our clinic in Devizes, Frome or Marlborough.
About deep tissue massage
Deep tissue massage is the deepest and firmest form of massage we offer. It can be used almost anywhere on the body where you’re experiencing pain and restricted movement. And it may be effective where other forms of massage haven’t worked.
For the best results, the massage should be combined with work you can do yourself at home. This could include stretching, exercise, and other measures, as recommended by your massage therapist.
What results can I expect?
In the short-term, you should find it relieves muscle tension and pain due to “knots” and tightness. You’ll feel looser and your movements will become smoother and more fluid. You’ll also experience improved blood flow and muscle suppleness.
Being able to move more freely will help you maximise the benefits of exercise. This can improve your outcomes in the long term.
Having more regular massage will help you continually manage and release the natural build-up of tension in your body.
What techniques are used in deep tissue massage?
Deep tissue massage is primarily hands-on. Your massage therapist will use their hands, forearms and elbows to make deeper, slower strokes than you might have had from a therapeutic or spa massage.
Your massage therapist may use a technique called cupping. This involves attaching plastic cups to your body using suction. The cups draw blood flow to specific areas and help to reduce tissue restrictions so you can move more easily.
They may also use blades: blunted metal implements that they “scrape” across the skin. Depending on the pressure, this can desensitise an area, improve blood flow, or help to break down scar tissue.
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Deep Tissue Massage FAQs
How many sessions will I need?
This will depend on your body, the specific issue we’re treating, and how you respond to the treatment. But you should feel the benefit after every session.
Your massage therapist should be able to advise you when they have a clearer picture of what’s going on and can see how the treatment is working for you.
Will deep tissue massage hurt?
People often expect deep tissue massage to be painful or think it has to hurt if it’s going to work. But that’s not necessarily the case.
Hatt Clinic’s experienced massage therapists are always listening, so you can let them know if any areas are particularly sore or sensitive. And they’ll be mindful to gauge the right pressure for your needs, so it never becomes unbearable.
You may feel worn out and sore after the treatment, as it can be hard on the body. But this should subside within 48 hours.
How long should I allow for my appointment?
The initial appointment is 45 minutes. After that, appointments are usually 45 minutes, but you can choose a 30 or 60-minute session if you prefer.
What should I expect from my first appointment?
During the initial appointment, your massage therapist will spend time getting to know you. They’ll ask about the issues you’re having and how they’re affecting your day-to-day life. And they’ll want to understand your goals and expectations.
They’ll then do a physical assessment to check your range of movement and areas of pain. This will be followed by a session of hands-on treatment that will help you towards your goal.
After the session, your massage therapist will assess the difference the treatment has made to your pain and movement. This will help to determine which treatments will be best going forward.
What should I bring/wear to my appointment?
Please bring a towel with you to your appointment as you may be asked to remove clothing.
You should wear something that allows us to treat you without causing any restriction. Short, baggy shorts and a strappy top are ideal.
You may also be asked to remove your top. For women, a regular bra works better than a sports bra as it’s less restrictive.
Do you use products and, if so, what kind?
We mainly use grapeseed oil with added essential oils. We may also use Fisiocrem, which is a natural alternative to ibuprofen gel.
If you’ve had allergies or sensitivities to products before, let your massage therapist know.
Are there any aftercare recommendations with this treatment?
After treatment, you should drink plenty of fluids and avoid excessive exercise and physical exertion for the following 24 hours.
Applying deep pressure to tight muscles can leave them feeling tender, but this is normal and should settle down within 48 hours.
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