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Deep Tissue Massage : A Guide to Secret Techniques

Deep tissue massage is a therapeutic technique focused on the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue. Unlike traditional relaxation massage, which uses lighter pressure and more superficial strokes, deep tissue massage employs firmer pressure and slower movements to target specific areas of tension and pain.

The massage therapist uses deeper pressure to reach the underlying muscles and fascia, the connective tissues surrounding the muscles. Techniques include sustained pressure, deep strokes, and specific movements designed to release chronic muscle tension. Therapists often use their fingers, thumbs, knuckles, elbows, and forearms to apply the necessary pressure. Techniques may involve myofascial release, trigger point therapy, and cross-fiber friction.

Common areas of focus include the neck, shoulders, back, and legs, where tension and stress often accumulate. The massage can be tailored to address specific issues such as muscle strains, sports injuries, or chronic pain conditions. The benefits of deep tissue massage are numerous. It reduces muscle tension and stiffness, improves flexibility and range of motion, enhances circulation, and promotes faster healing of injured tissues. It also alleviates chronic pain conditions such as lower back pain, sciatica, and fibromyalgia, and helps in the recovery and prevention of sports-related injuries.


Author:

  • Fiona Henderson

Narrator:

  • Rachel Merlin

Format:

  • Audiobook

Duration:

  • 1 h 3 min

Language:

English

Categories:

  • Spirituality
  • Spirituality
  • Sleep and relaxation
  • Sound therapies and ASMR
  • Nonfiction
  • Medicine and nursing

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