Undoing chronic knots and tension that has built up over the lifetime is impossible to achieve within one hour or even a day. Most therapists will recommend and integrated program that focuses on wholesome approach, including exercise, adjustments of movement and posture, and the regular massage program. In order to reach the deep section of individual muscle fibers, the deep tissue massage is the answer.
This is a form of massage therapy used when the therapist is focusing on realigning the deeper layers of muscles and other connective tissues. In most cases, it is prescribed for pain and chronic aches. Stiff neck and other contracted areas such as sore shoulders, leg muscle tightness, upper and lower back pains, and others. Unlike the classic therapy, this massage requires slower movements and deeper pressure. These are concentrated in the areas experiencing pain or tension so that the muscle sub-layers and the corrective tissues around the muscles are reached.
Adhesions (a band of painful and rigid tissues); resulting from injuries or chronic muscle tensions that are most common in tendons, ligaments, and muscle tissues require this type of therapy to treat. Such adhesions can be a responsible for blockage in blood circulation and inflammations that can be very painful and even disrupt normal movements. The deep tissue therapies focus on breaking the adhesion and restores normal movement and relieve pain in the process.
The massage oil and a direct deep pressure are the tools the therapist requires. In order to penetrate as deep as possible to reach the musculature, the therapist will normally require that the patient relax his/her muscles. Normally, it is not a painful process. However, there might be a slight pain in some cases. Normally, the patient should alert the therapist in case the soreness and pain exceed his/her comfort range.
If the pain and discomfort persist after the session, it is normal, but it should subside in a matter of two days or less. In order to ease pain, there are several techniques that the patient can resort to; an example is a direct application of the ice on the affected part.
Since it focuses on specific problems such as injury rehabilitation and chronic muscle pain, it is recommended for a number of conditions. Some of these include chronic pain, lower back pain, limited mobility, recovery from injuries, postural problems, repetitive strain injury, tennis elbow, sciatica, osteoarthritis pain, fibromyalgia, spasm, muscle tension and after workout.
Deep tissue massage has received top ranking when it comes to relieving osteoarthritis pain in comparison to exercise, physical therapy, acupuncture, glucosamine, diet, and prescribed medications or even over-the-counter drugs. As for fibromyalgia pain, it also receives the highest preference rate, with improved motion reported immediately after the therapy session.
During the session, you expect the therapist to resort to forearms, elbows, hands, fingertips, or even knuckles for deep tissue work. At some point, you may be required to breathe deeply, particularly when working on tense areas. However, it is not recommended for people after surgery, those with infectious diseases, and open wounds, and any other unusual medical condition that requires that you first check with your doctor. Some tips include avoiding heavy meals before the session and drinking a lot of water and resting after deep tissue massage.
This is a form of massage therapy used when the therapist is focusing on realigning the deeper layers of muscles and other connective tissues. In most cases, it is prescribed for pain and chronic aches. Stiff neck and other contracted areas such as sore shoulders, leg muscle tightness, upper and lower back pains, and others. Unlike the classic therapy, this massage requires slower movements and deeper pressure. These are concentrated in the areas experiencing pain or tension so that the muscle sub-layers and the corrective tissues around the muscles are reached.
Adhesions (a band of painful and rigid tissues); resulting from injuries or chronic muscle tensions that are most common in tendons, ligaments, and muscle tissues require this type of therapy to treat. Such adhesions can be a responsible for blockage in blood circulation and inflammations that can be very painful and even disrupt normal movements. The deep tissue therapies focus on breaking the adhesion and restores normal movement and relieve pain in the process.
The massage oil and a direct deep pressure are the tools the therapist requires. In order to penetrate as deep as possible to reach the musculature, the therapist will normally require that the patient relax his/her muscles. Normally, it is not a painful process. However, there might be a slight pain in some cases. Normally, the patient should alert the therapist in case the soreness and pain exceed his/her comfort range.
If the pain and discomfort persist after the session, it is normal, but it should subside in a matter of two days or less. In order to ease pain, there are several techniques that the patient can resort to; an example is a direct application of the ice on the affected part.
Since it focuses on specific problems such as injury rehabilitation and chronic muscle pain, it is recommended for a number of conditions. Some of these include chronic pain, lower back pain, limited mobility, recovery from injuries, postural problems, repetitive strain injury, tennis elbow, sciatica, osteoarthritis pain, fibromyalgia, spasm, muscle tension and after workout.
Deep tissue massage has received top ranking when it comes to relieving osteoarthritis pain in comparison to exercise, physical therapy, acupuncture, glucosamine, diet, and prescribed medications or even over-the-counter drugs. As for fibromyalgia pain, it also receives the highest preference rate, with improved motion reported immediately after the therapy session.
During the session, you expect the therapist to resort to forearms, elbows, hands, fingertips, or even knuckles for deep tissue work. At some point, you may be required to breathe deeply, particularly when working on tense areas. However, it is not recommended for people after surgery, those with infectious diseases, and open wounds, and any other unusual medical condition that requires that you first check with your doctor. Some tips include avoiding heavy meals before the session and drinking a lot of water and resting after deep tissue massage.
About the Author:
Kyle Barnes is a health/fitness enthusiast and writer. For more about deep tissue massage in Asheville, visit www.ashevillemedicalmassage.com.
