Deep tissue manipulation is a manual technique that uses touch and stroking of muscles and soft tissue to achieve relaxation and improve well-being. It focuses on specific problem areas like chronic pain or injuries through vigorous finger strokes and thumb pressure to penetrate deep into sore muscles and force out impurities. The deep manipulation causes discomfort but provides relief from tension and pain. Certain individuals with medical conditions should check with a doctor before receiving a deep tissue massage.

1. DEEP TISSUE
MANIPULATION

2.  The application of diverse manual techniques of
touch and stroking to muscles and soft tissue to
achieve relaxation and to improve the client's well-
being.
 Deep Tissue Manipulation also known as
Deep Tissue Massage.

3.  1. Apply massage oil onto the muscle groups in need of manipulation. When performing a deep-tissue
massage, only those areas of concern are treated.
 2. Using quick, vigorous strokes of your fingers, apply firm pressure to the specific muscles.
 3. Force bodily imbalances and impurities toward the liver to be used as energy or toward the
,
kidneys to be expelled. Stress leads to stiff and sore muscles, which cause chemical disturbances.
The deep penetration of sore muscles provides relief for tension, pain and even achy feet.
 4. Discover the client's level of pain. Deep muscle manipulation causes some discomfort, but the
relief is well worth the pain. For maximum results, massage the muscle area past the point of
discomfort.
 5. Start the massage slowly and gently working up to maximum pressure. Use the full hand, the
,
heels, and the fingertips depending on what area you are massaging. For the deepest muscle
manipulation, use your thumbs.

5.  Unlike classic massage therapy, which is used
for relaxation, deep tissue massage usually
focuses on a specific problem, such as:
 Chronic pain
 Limited mobility
 Recovery from injuries
 Carpal tunnel syndrome
 Postural problems
 Fibromyalgia

6.  Massage is not recommended for
certain people:
• infectious skin disease, rash, or open wounds
• after surgery
• people with osteoporosis
• pregnant women should check with their doctor first if they are
considering getting a massage. Massage in pregnant women
should be done by massage therapists who are certified in
pregnancy massage.
• massage should not be done directly over bruises, inflamed
skin, unhealed wounds, tumors, abdominal hernia, or areas of
recent fractures.

7.  Don't eat a heavy meal before the massage.
 Never continue deep manipulation after reaching
the client's pain threshold. Every client is
different and requires a unique treatment
process.
 Be patient with your clients when performing
deep manipulation massage.