What is a Deep Tissue Massage?

Deep tissue massage is used to treat chronic aches and pains, as well as contracted areas in the deeper muscle layers. Slow, deep strokes are used in deep tissue massage to reach the deep layers of muscle and the connective tissues that surround them. Trigger point therapy is also used to break up adhesions or scar tissue that may be causing pain or limiting movement. Another massage technique that involves pressure and deep, sustained strokes to help elongate the fascia and relieve pain and restore movement is myofascial release.

Deep Tissue Massage in Victor Harbor

What are the Benefits of a Deep Tissue Massage?

Deep tissue massage reduces pain, increases circulation, improves range of motion and reduces inflammation by releasing toxins from the restricted muscle tissues. It can offer relief from chronic pain, as well as release contracted areas such as a stiff neck and upper back, low back pain, leg muscle tightness and sore shoulders. It is also effective in treating various conditions, such as:

  • Carpal tunnel syndrome
  • Frozen shoulder
  • Headaches and migraines
  • Osteoarthritis pain
  • Plantar fasciitis
  • Sciatica
  • Scoliosis
  • Fibromyalgia
  • Tennis elbow
  • Whiplash
  • Sports injuries
  • High blood pressure
  • Anxiety
  • Labour pain

What is the Cost of a Deep Tissue Massage in Victor Harbor?

Deep tissue massage services in Victor Harbor range in price from $45 to $115 per session, depending on the length and location of the session. Any additional services you may include in your treatment plan will also have an impact on the cost. Booking massage mobile services will cost you more than receiving a treatment at a massage clinic, considering the practitioner’s travel expenses. Before you book, make sure to enquire about your massage therapist's cancellation policy and fees.

How Many Deep Tissue Massage Therapists Work in Victor Harbor?

Victor Harbor and the rest of South Australia have more than 1,350 certified deep tissue massage therapists. They work in a variety of settings, including massage clinics, hospitals, spas, sports clubs and resort hotels. Some of them work in private practice, using deep tissue massage in combination with other complementary therapies as part of a treatment program. 

How Many People in Victor Harbor Use Deep Tissue Massage?

According to a 2007 survey, approximately 25% of residents polled in South Australia, including Victor Harbor, had used therapeutic massage services such as deep tissue massage in the previous 12 months. The number has since increased as the people of the town have become more aware of the numerous health benefits that deep tissue massage provides.