11/07/2025
Massage Myth: Deep tissue massage has to be painful to be effective.
Truth: Pain does not equal progress.
Deep tissue work is about slow, controlled pressure that allows the muscle and fascia to soften and release.
If the pressure is too intense, your body goes into protection mode — muscles tighten, breathing gets shallow, and the nervous system becomes stressed.
When your body is guarding, it’s actually harder to release tension, and sometimes the area can become even more sore afterward.
The most effective deep work happens when you can breathe through it, stay relaxed, and feel the tissue gently letting go.
Think “intense-but-tolerable,” not “hold your breath and clench.”
Your comfort matters — and it leads to better results.
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Book your appointment today — your body will thank you.
