What really is Deep Tissue Massage?
Deep tissue massage is generally more intense as a rule, and is used in the treatment of long-lasting muscle tension. I will be using reasonably slow strokes with the fingers and thumbs while applying intense pressure, so as to reach the deeper layers of the muscles. I will ask you from time to time during the massage, if you feel that the pressure that I am applying is too heavy and causing you too much discomfort.

What is the purpose behind a Deep Tissue Massage?
The purpose is to loosen the knotted fibres of a muscle, at the same time releasing the deep patterns of tension and releasing toxins. This in turn relaxes and generally soothes the muscle, achieving both a corrective and therapeutic result. Deep tissue massage usually focuses on more specific areas and may cause some soreness during or right after the massage. However, you should feel better than ever within a day or two.

What benefit would I get from a Deep Tissue Massage?
If my assessment indicated that to be the appropriate treatment, then I would perform a deep tissue massage. Why? because deep-tissue massage helps loosen muscle tissues, release toxins from the muscles and get the blood and oxygen circulating properly again to help your body recover. When muscles become stressed from either over-exertion or injury, they block oxygen and other essential nutrients, which in turn leads to inflammation that builds up toxins in the muscle tissue. Many toxins will be released during the massage, so it's very important to drink plenty of water after a deep tissue massage to assist in the removal of these toxins from your body.