Deep Tissue Masage offers the massage strokes of Swedish massage, using greater pressure.
The Massage strokes of Deep tissue are similar to Swedish massage, but may utilize the Therapist's knees, forearms, elbows, etc. to acheive greater pressure.
This pressure is acheived gradually, with communication between you and your therapist. Remember, you call the shots.
So, don't be shy. Tell your therapist "less" or "more" as needed.
All of the different massages may be combined to find the style that gives you the greatest enjoyment and benefit!
