Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage works below the surface, using slow strokes and steady pressure to release tension held in the deeper muscle and connective tissue layers. Your therapist may work directly into a tight area until it softens, or ease into it gradually, reading how the tissue responds as they go.

It's a firmer, more focused session than a relaxation massage — the goal isn't just to feel good in the moment, it's to change how a chronically tight area behaves.

A typical session runs 60 to 90 minutes. Your therapist checks in on pressure throughout, especially over scar tissue or areas that have been tight for a long time.

Expect firm, focused pressure rather than a light touch. Some spots — especially old adhesions or scar tissue — can be tender while your therapist works through them, and mild soreness for a day or two afterward is normal, similar to how a new workout feels.