A Deep Tissue massage uses many of the same movements as the classic Swedish massage but applies more pressure to reach the deep layers of muscle and connective tissues. It is best used for chronic aches and contracted areas such as stiff neck, upper/lower back pain, and sore shoulders. I will start with a lighter pressure to warm up the muscles and gradually apply more pressure in slow strokes to break down the “knots” that can cause pain and limit your range of motion.