Deep Tissue Massage

Techniques Used in Deep Tissue Massage

Massage therapists use various techniques to perform a deep tissue massage, including:

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• Stripping: Deep, gliding pressure along the length of the muscle fibers.

• Friction: Applying pressure across the grain of a muscle to break up adhesions.

• Active Release Technique (ART): A technique that combines movement and pressure to break up scar tissue.

• Myofascial Release: A technique that involves applying gentle, sustained pressure to the myofascial connective tissue.

• Trigger Point Therapy: A technique that involves applying pressure to specific points of tenderness in a muscle.