Deep Tissue Massage - York City Center
Release tight layers of muscle & tissue

Deep Tissue Massage is one of the most effective ways to treat pain and injury. It is designed to release tight layers of muscle and tissue, which usually develop from bad posture, injury or overuse. Restoring movement in the soft tissues alleviates pain, muscle spasm and stress from the problematic area.

It uses a technique where a  firm pressure is applied using thumbs, hands, knuckles, elbows and forearms helping stretch out tense muscle, and break down any adhesions (bands of painful, rigid tissue). Occasionally you may be asked to take a deep breath to help you to relax.

Some of the strokes used are the same as classic Swedish massage therapy, but the movement is slower and more precise. The pressure however is deeper than Swedish massage, and is concentrated on areas of tension and pain.

It is especially helpful for chronically tense and contracted areas such as a stiff neck and shoulders common in office workers, tight legs and glutes or lower back stiffness and pain. It is also highly beneficial in reducing pain and discomfort in conditions such as whiplash, and after a fall or an injury.