What is Soft Tissue massage good for?

The various Soft Tissue massage techniques are designed to improve your circulation, soothe your muscles and make you feel more relaxed. This massage uses softer strokes on the bonier and more delicate parts of the body, and stronger strokes where there is thicker muscle coverage. This adjustment of pressure makes it an ideal massage for relaxation.

Besides the calming benefits, Soft Tissue massage is thought to be good for:

• easing muscular strainby flushing out toxins
• improving circulationby increasing oxygen flow in the blood
• helping to keep ligaments and tendons supple
• reducing emotional and physical stress.

Before you go, check with the spa about what you should wear: the spa may provide disposable underwear. If the thought of removing all your clothes makes you blush, don’t worry: your therapist will be an artist of professional draping techniques. The oils and lotions used in massage can stain fabrics, so it’s a good idea to opt for something old if you’re wearing your own clothes.

As with all treatments, inform your therapist of any medical conditions you may have and tell them if you are — or just think you might be — pregnant. It’s best to avoid heavy meals and alcohol in the hours leading up to your massage.