FAQ
Why after Deep Tissue Massage get pain?
One of the confusing things about both deep tissue massage and sports massage is that, not only do they provide a wealth of benefits (including pain relief), Maybe some person cause pain to some degree.
So, what happens to the body after deep tissue massage? Most clients report feeling mild soreness akin to after deep tissue massage. This usually lasts a few days after which time clients report benefits such as pain relief, improved range of motion, better sleep, and lower blood pressure.
After a deep tissue massage, you can expect your muscles to feel a little tender - often described as being similar to delayed onset muscle soreness. This soreness is completely normal and is a part of the healing process; it’s the body’s response to soft tissue damage and the inflammation that occurs as a result. Although inconvenient, muscle tenderness should be mild in nature, and subside within a few days.
Deep tissue massage stimulates and breaks down muscles that may not ordinarily be used and need time to become accustomed to it - just like with exercise. In fact, with frequent and regular deep tissue massage, many clients report that this soreness decreases over time.
How to Relieve Soreness there’s not a lot that clients can do to prevent this soreness from occurring if their body isn’t used to such manipulation. However, there are a few ways in which they can relieve soreness after the fact:
Stay hydrated and avoid alcohol, sugary, and caffeinated drinks Stretch, Heat therapy, Ice therapy, Topical treatments such as a muscle rub, Rest.
Learn more about the soreness associated with deep tissue massage in our recent blog where we go into more detail about why it happens and what clients can do to minimise soreness and inconvenience.
Benefits of Deep Tissue Massage Whilst it may cause soreness to the muscles, deep tissue massage comes with a range of benefits to clients that are willing to see past a few tender sessions and stay the course.
Reduce Pain one of the key benefits of deep tissue massage is that it helps to reduce pain, whether that be a sports injury, a musculoskeletal condition or a chronic illness.
Deep tissue massage can help to improve a client’s range of motion - ideal for clients with musculoskeletal conditions, athletes with sports injuries, or those undergoing rehabilitation.
Deep tissue massage can help to release the tension created by the scar and promote greater flexibility in the area.
Lowers Blood Pressure massage therapy is thought to be able to help control blood pressure in a non-pharmacological manner with Pre-hypertension.
Aids Sleep as well as helping clients to sleep better as a result of reduced pain and discomfort, it can also help due to the body’s release of serotonin during massage.
How long the benefits of deep tissue massage last depends entirely on the individual and their condition. For example, some clients report benefits lasting up to a month, whereas others report them lasting only a few days. On average, however, benefits tend to last for around a week, which is why regular deep tissue massage is recommended.
Deep tissue massage has a low risk of causing damage, however there are a few groups of people that are at a greater risk due to medical conditions. These are known as contraindications and include:
Those with a history of blood clots, or a clotting disorderThose with increased risk of injury, such as bone fracturesThose with nerve injuriesElderly peopleThose that have recently had surgery or chemotherapyThose with skin conditions or woundsThose with a herniaFinal Thoughts
They may then start to see the benefits of deep tissue massage, whether that be pain relief, improved range of motion, or better sleep.
One of the confusing things about both deep tissue massage and sports massage is that, not only do they provide a wealth of benefits (including pain relief), Maybe some person cause pain to some degree.
So, what happens to the body after deep tissue massage? Most clients report feeling mild soreness akin to after deep tissue massage. This usually lasts a few days after which time clients report benefits such as pain relief, improved range of motion, better sleep, and lower blood pressure.
After a deep tissue massage, you can expect your muscles to feel a little tender - often described as being similar to delayed onset muscle soreness. This soreness is completely normal and is a part of the healing process; it’s the body’s response to soft tissue damage and the inflammation that occurs as a result. Although inconvenient, muscle tenderness should be mild in nature, and subside within a few days.
Deep tissue massage stimulates and breaks down muscles that may not ordinarily be used and need time to become accustomed to it - just like with exercise. In fact, with frequent and regular deep tissue massage, many clients report that this soreness decreases over time.
How to Relieve Soreness there’s not a lot that clients can do to prevent this soreness from occurring if their body isn’t used to such manipulation. However, there are a few ways in which they can relieve soreness after the fact:
Stay hydrated and avoid alcohol, sugary, and caffeinated drinks Stretch, Heat therapy, Ice therapy, Topical treatments such as a muscle rub, Rest.
Learn more about the soreness associated with deep tissue massage in our recent blog where we go into more detail about why it happens and what clients can do to minimise soreness and inconvenience.
Benefits of Deep Tissue Massage Whilst it may cause soreness to the muscles, deep tissue massage comes with a range of benefits to clients that are willing to see past a few tender sessions and stay the course.
Reduce Pain one of the key benefits of deep tissue massage is that it helps to reduce pain, whether that be a sports injury, a musculoskeletal condition or a chronic illness.
Deep tissue massage can help to improve a client’s range of motion - ideal for clients with musculoskeletal conditions, athletes with sports injuries, or those undergoing rehabilitation.
Deep tissue massage can help to release the tension created by the scar and promote greater flexibility in the area.
Lowers Blood Pressure massage therapy is thought to be able to help control blood pressure in a non-pharmacological manner with Pre-hypertension.
Aids Sleep as well as helping clients to sleep better as a result of reduced pain and discomfort, it can also help due to the body’s release of serotonin during massage.
How long the benefits of deep tissue massage last depends entirely on the individual and their condition. For example, some clients report benefits lasting up to a month, whereas others report them lasting only a few days. On average, however, benefits tend to last for around a week, which is why regular deep tissue massage is recommended.
Deep tissue massage has a low risk of causing damage, however there are a few groups of people that are at a greater risk due to medical conditions. These are known as contraindications and include:
Those with a history of blood clots, or a clotting disorderThose with increased risk of injury, such as bone fracturesThose with nerve injuriesElderly peopleThose that have recently had surgery or chemotherapyThose with skin conditions or woundsThose with a herniaFinal Thoughts
They may then start to see the benefits of deep tissue massage, whether that be pain relief, improved range of motion, or better sleep.