subject: Deep Tissue Massage: Ease Aches Faster [print this page] One day in a nail salon, I overheard a lady (who was also having a leg massage) discuss the benefits of deep tissue massage. Not usually one to eavesdrop, I started paying more attention to her (not so private) cell phone conversation. Hey, if you're loudly talking into your cell, expect others to hear. My back had been hurting badly for the last 6 months, and there was only so much over the counter medication I could take at a go. This, I thought may be my solution.
When dealing with deep tissue pain, you need to do more than what I was doing. A deep tissue massage, as I discovered is specifically aimed at realigning deep muscle layers, stiff necks, shoulders and lower back pain. Bands of painful tissue can cause chronic muscle tension and discomfort. A deep tissue massage involves deep slow rubbing that concentrates on specific areas. It gets into the connective tissue, not just the superficial tissue.
We have to look beyond the surface and treat the deep tissue with deep tissue massage which involves localized rubbing with fingers or/and elbows and will use tools such as ceramic or wood. While most massage therapists are qualified is some deep tissue massage, there are specialists.
Employment in the field of massage is growing. As people find out the benefits, more and more people are becoming qualified in this field. These self-employed therapists will usually possess their own equipment.
Commercially designed tables intended for massage have heavily padded surfaces which is easy to clean. There is a horseshoe-shaped head support so the recipient can breathe with ease while lying face down. These tables can be easily cleaned and remain hygienic. Pillows and mats are also used to keep people in the most appropriate position.
My experience with deep tissue massage was very rewarding. I continue to go frequently, but the greatest reward is that I am out of pain, and no longer need to take the medication, which I felt was adding toxins to my system. A bonus which I didn't expect was that I now have more energy than before.
Apparently when a massage is performed, an increase in blood flow can give more energy, as well as increasing brain function and the elimination of waste from the body is more efficient. All this sounds great right? Go check out your local massage spa. Investigate whether or not they are specialists in the field of deep tissue massage? If not, keep looking. Whatever you do, make sure you find the right place to go.
Go and treat yourself to a deep tissue massage. Don't let pain slow down. Pain can be overwhelming. Forget about the over the counter medications. There is a time for them, but deep tissue pain cannot be helped by it. Try it once, you'll never regret it. Increased brain power as a side effect of pain relief? Can't beat that can you?
