HOW DEEP TISSUE MASSAGE HELPS BACK PAIN

What is deep tissue massage?

Deep tissue massage being “outcome focused” means it’s a great benefit more so for people with general muscle tension or to treat more chronic muscle pain. Deep tissue is more therapeutic and calming in nature. A deep tissue massage therapist can employ a lot of different techniques to assist with muscular pain so even though deep tissue massages can be calming and help to ease symptoms of anxiety and depression, a deep tissue massage therapist can also employ firmer techniques like trigger point therapy which can cause some discomfort when relieving tight muscles.

How can deep tissue massage help relieve back pain?

Stress relief
Getting a deep tissue massage is a great way to relieve stress, it helps loosen tight muscles and is an opportunity to unplug and relax.

Reduces Pain
Working through tight muscles can help reduce pain, especially in the back, this can be done by focusing through the areas of tension through the back and also potential muscles surrounding. Massage is also a great management strategy with any chronic pain throughout the body.

Breaks up scar tissue
Scar tissue can often cause pain and/or restriction through the area, deep tissue massage can help break this down by improving the lymphatic circulation and can even focus through the scar tissue specifically to give better results.

Increases range of motion/mobility through area
If a symptom of yours is stiffness when suffering from back pain then deep tissue massage can help with this, working through the area that is causing this can improve blood flow and circulation and can decrease tension in muscles that are restricting range of movement.

Make exercise/movement easier
If you feel sore through the back before or after exercise then getting a deep tissue massage can be beneficial to regularly add into your routine to improve movement and reduce soreness. This can also be a great opportunity to continue working on your mobility to help prolong your benefits.

Deep tissue massage has numerous benefits for anyone suffering with back pain whether that be acute or chronic, there are plenty of different styles and pressures with deep tissue massage that can be tailored to give you the best results and make your treatment with us as beneficial as possible.

If you think you would benefit from a deep tissue massage from one of our Massage Coaches please contact PEAK by calling 3399 3318 or BOOK AN APPOINTMENT ONLINE.