Deep tissue massage involves firm application and slow strokes to reach deeper layers of the muscle. It’s ideal for people who suffer from leg muscle tightness, have sore shoulders, suffer from low back pain and the like, Very Well says. Here are a few tips before you book an appointment for this treatment.
Consider your body condition
Not all people can handle a Deep tissue massage. If you’re in pain or discomfort at any point during the treatment, let your therapist know. Don’t try to bear with the pain. Your body may not be up for it. Tell your therapist so s/he can adjust the pressure.
Be there on time
If you book an appointment, be sure to be there on time. If you arrive late, your therapist may rush through the treatment, especially if there are other customers after you. That’s not going to be ideal and relaxing for you. Get there on time.
Call if you’re late
If you’ve been unavoidably detained, let your therapist know. That way, they can make arrangements and fix their schedule as well. If you need to cancel an appointment, call the spa as soon as possible. Some may charge you cancellation fees. You can avoid those fees when you cancel or call ahead.
Be vocal
Tell the receptionist what you want. Maybe you’d like your therapist to spend less time on your legs and to focus on your back and shoulders more. Or you could ask the therapist to be careful in handling your foot or arm if you have a small injury in those areas.
Enjoy it
Have fun with the session and sink into the moment. Forget all your worries and concentrate on the soothing strokes or the deep pressure being applied on your body. This will help you take advantage of the benefits of an excellent massage.
