When there is chronic muscle tension or injury, there are usually adhesions which form bands of painful, rigid tissue in muscles, tendons and ligaments. These adhesions can block the circulation, particularly in the fascia and cause pain, inflammation and reduce movement.
Deep tissue massage works by physically breaking down these adhesions thus relieving the pain and restoring normal movement. To do this the therapist often uses myofascial release, direct deep pressure to the area or frictions applied across the grain of the muscles.
For most people yes there will be some pain, but this should be within your comfort and the therapist will be checking to ensure it is not too painful, otherwise your muscles will tense and restrict the improvement.
There is usually some localised pain after a deep tissue massage, but this should subside within a day or so. The therapist may recommend applying some ice to the area after the massage.
Covid precautions: keeping you safe!Our therapists have attended a Covid Safety course specific to the Massage industry, giving them clearer understanding of how to keep you safe.
Prior to entering your building we will use antibacterial hand gel and be in a clean set of clothes. We will wear masks as soon as we enter your accommodation and will require masks to be worn by the person receiving the massage for the duration of the massage and anyone in the vicinity of the therapist. We will use disinfectant that kills the Covid 19 virus on the massage table and surrounding surfaces between customers.
For your safety we also use fresh towels and change uniform and mask between venues. We ask the customers to prepare an area for the massage that is free from soft furnishings where possible, such as cushions, throws, pillows, clothes. These can easily be placed under bed clothes or in a wardrobe to reduce the possibility of contamination.
Our therapists will complete a Covid screening questionnaire daily and will stop work immediately to be tested should they display any Covid symptoms. We hope that these precautions will reassure you.