Deep Tissue Massage
Deep Tissue Massage is a great option if you have muscle tension or soreness, or if you simply want to relax.
This massage focuses on the deeper layers of soft tissue to loosen and ease tightness.
We will ask you about your pressure preferences at the time of booking, and again, coupled with suggestions following your initial assessment. While we make suggestions, the choice is your, as we aim to make sure that you get the most out of your therapies and that they are completely tailored to you.
We will ask about and discuss any problem areas you would like to focus on, and adapt our approach to your needs.
Our massage therapist is fully qualified, insured and experienced in deep tissue massage.
Contact us to book a suitable appointment time.
You will leave feeling much lighter and relaxed.
The benefits of Deep Tissue Massage:
Deep Tissue Massage can help you in several ways:
- Relieves chronic muscle tension & pain
- Improves posture - releases tight muscles that pull the body out of alignment. This is helpful for people who sit or stand for long hours
- Enhances mobility & flexibility - This helps athletes or those recovering from injury regain flexibility
- Aids recovery from injuries - Increases blood flow to injured tissues, speeding up the healing process
- Deep tissue massage is often used in rehabilitation programs, following sports injuries or accidents
- Reduces inflammation, improves circulation and lymphatic drainage, helping to flush out toxins and reduce swelling
- Stress relief - Triggers relaxation responses and lowers cortisol (stress hormone) levels & can help reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression
- Improve sleep - Muscle relaxation and reduced stress often lead to improved sleep quality
- Increased “Feel-Good” hormones - Boosts serotonin and oxytocin, promoting a sense of well-being
Is Deep Tissue Massage right for me?
Deep Tissue Massage is a good option for everyone, regardless of wether you participate in sports or not. Massage is a great way to relieve muscle tension and aches and pains. We all have busy lives, and massage can support you getting to where you want to be quicker.
The benefits listed above can help relieve the day to day stresses, strains, postural and overuse problems which anyone can experience from both work and play.
At Restorative Sports Therapies we use deep tissue massage frequently in the treatment of a wide variety of everyday and sports related conditions. We base all of our treatments on your needs, based on our assessment, and will work with you to choose the best possible treatment method based on the clinical evidence.
If you have a question specific to deep tissue massage or any other service please do not hesitate to ask us.
When should I have a Deep Tissue Massage?
Deep tissue massage is ideally suited to everyone who:
- Is experiencing chronic muscle pain or tension, such as ongoing tightness in areas like your neck, shoulders, lower back, or legs. This is common in people with poor posture, repetitive strain, or past injuries.
- Is recovering from an Injury, particularly soft tissue injuries like muscle strains, tendinitis or Whiplash (Note: You should wait until the acute phase (swelling/inflammation) has passed.)
- Is experiencing limited range of motion, such as stiffness or "tight" muscles restricting movement.
- Under high stress (Physical or Emotional). Chronic stress often leads to muscle tightness, especially in the shoulders, neck, and back. Deep tissue work can release that physical tension
- After intense physical activity - Not immediately after (you should wait 24–48 hours), but deep tissue massage is helpful for muscle recovery, reducing soreness, preventing injuries in athletes or gym-goers
- Is preparing for or recovering from a sports event
- Pre-event: Loosen tight muscles, improve mobility.
- Post-event: Aid recovery, reduce lactic acid buildup, and prevent stiffness.
- Sit or stands for long hours - Ideal for office workers, drivers, healthcare workers, or retail staff who often develop postural imbalances and/or lower back pain
How often should I have a Deep Tissue Massage?
For chronic pain or injury rehab: 1x per week or every other week
For stress relief/maintenance: Every 2–4 weeks
For athletic performance: Weekly during training or post-competition
What to expect & Prices
All of our therapies include time for a pre-therapy assessment - Both an initial assessment on your first visit, and a follow up assessment on each visit.
Our massage sessions are available in either 30 minute or 1 Hour blocks.
Please note that both blocks include 15 mins for your consultation and assessment, which is included in the price. This means that a 30 min massage session will have a duration of 45 mins, and a 1 hour session will have a duration of 1 hour 15 mins - We are just letting you know to help you manage your time!
Prices:
- 30 Minute Session - £40
- 1 Hour Session - £55