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Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage is often thought of as a separate category of
massage, entirely. In reality, deep tissue massage is a segment of the
Swedish massage discipline, utilizing firm deep pressure.

Very firm pressure is applied to the body, using long gliding strokes
to influence the deeper musculature of the body. Either a lotion or
oil is used to reduce but not eliminate friction or “drag” on the skin.

The benefits of deep tissue massage are numerous. Among the most commonly
recognized benefits are:

Flushing of metabolic wastes and toxins from the body
Increase in blood circulation
Reduction of tension in the body’s fascial (connective tissue) structure
Release of natural endorphins (mood elevating hormones)
Increased joint mobility
Decreased pain