Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage earns its name: the goal is not to stroke the skin but to reach the tight, hardened bands that build up over time in the lower layers of muscle. The tool for that is depth, not speed — movements are slow, while the pressure is distinctly intense.

Your therapist works with knuckles, forearms and elbow support, and when a hardened spot is found, they stay with it patiently. A sensation guests often call "the good kind of ache" is normal during the session; sharp pain is not — you can have the pressure eased at any moment. You are always the measure.

Years at a desk, heavy training blocks or chronic shoulder-and-neck tightness are the classic reasons people book deep tissue. Mild muscle soreness for 24-48 hours afterwards is common; plenty of water and skipping heavy training that day make recovery easier. If you have a bone or joint condition, or are under ongoing treatment, please check with your doctor first.