Deep Connective Tissue Massage

Deep connective tissue massage as the name suggests, aims to affect at the deeper tissue structure of the fascia and muscles. This technique directly affects the connective tissues – tissues that surround protect and support all other structures in the body.
Swedish massage and deep connective tissue massage have many movements in common but they differ in pressures used, the latter one uses more intense pressure and is bit uncomfortable as compared to the Swedish massage. This technique is effective in releasing restrictions in the muscles, non-contractile supportive connective tissue, and contractile supportive tissue. This technique can be directed to specific problem to release adhesions in the surrounding connective tissue. One should never be under the perception that if the therapist uses more intense pressure than he will be relieved from all the adhesions in an hour time. The best way to undo the knots that have last for a long period of time is to follow a comprehensive program which includes exercise, working on posture and ways of moving, relaxation techniques and a regular massage. 

Deep connective tissue massage is effective in treating conditions like neck pain, low back, whip lash, etc. This technique provides relief from symptoms of disorders affecting the neuromusculoskeletal system by releasing restrictions within the myofascial network. It also helps to break up and eliminate scar tissue. This technique gets at the heart of the problem and helps the muscles and connective tissue in eliminating toxins and circulating blood and oxygen. It is recommended to drink lots of water after the session to help the body to eliminate the toxins. A therapist commonly uses 3 to 6 fingers, reinforced fingers, a flat elbow, opposing thumbs, the heel of hand, and the forearm for performing deep connective tissue massage. Deep connective tissue massage is also used by many dancers and athletes to enhance their performance.

As deep connective massage works deeply, emotional issues could also be dealt using this technique. To take this massage one need to lie down on the massage table with minimum clothes on the body. One must feel better in a day or two if the massage is done properly.