Best Deep Tissue Massages near me in Santa Cruz
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Pacific Coast Aesthetics
28 Seascape Village, Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 208-5153(831) 208-5153Call to bookCryotherapy
Body Scrub
Body Wrap
Infrared Sauna
Essentia Body Therapy
556 Ocean View Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 454-8312(831) 454-8312Call to bookBody Scrub
Body Wrap
Infrared Sauna
Sauna
Empowering Hands
5215 Scotts Valley Dr Suite F, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 888-7614(831) 888-7614Call to bookBody Scrub
Body Wrap
Spa Package
FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers
1200 41st Ave Suite H, Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 346-6886(831) 346-6886Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Swedish Massage
Thai Massage
Therapeutic Massage
Santa Cruz CORE Fitness + Rehab
317 Potrero St ste c, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 425-9500(831) 425-9500Call to bookPhysiotherapy
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Dry Needling
Lilah Rose Massage
Tree of Life Healing Arts Center, 632 Frederick St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 428-2898(831) 428-2898Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Reflexology
Sports Massage
Always Live Joy Massage and CranioSacral Therapy
720 River St Ste. 3, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(503) 860-3239(503) 860-3239Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Foot Massage
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Reflexology
Massage Therapy with Kamala Taft CMT
550 Water St Suite F2, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(760) 712-5784(760) 712-5784Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Reflexology
Sports Massage
Santa Cruz Bodywork
740 Front St UNIT 130, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 251-0852(831) 251-0852Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Full Body Massage
Couples Massage
Foot Massage
Meghan Robinson Therapeutic Bodywork
3333 Mission Dr, Santa Cruz, CA 95065
(831) 331-8881(831) 331-8881Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Reflexology
Sports Massage
Positive Pressure Holistic Coaching and Massage Bodywork
501 Soquel Ave suite h, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 227-8118(831) 227-8118Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Prenatal Massage
Acupressure
Foot Massage
Soul Purpose Massage
9019 Soquel Dr Suite LD, Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 566-0258(831) 566-0258Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Foot Massage
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Reflexology
Live Once Live Well: Myofascial Release
2901 Park Ave Suite A6, Soquel, CA 95073
(831) 295-5816(831) 295-5816Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Reflexology
Sports Massage
Enlighten Bodywork & Healing Studio
9053 Soquel Dr Suite 101, Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 334-3001(831) 334-3001Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Acupressure
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Reflexology
Amelia Racca, CMT, NCBTMB - Therapeutic Massage | Deep Tissue Massage in Capitola, CA
4245 Capitola Rd, Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 688-1950(831) 688-1950Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Therapeutic Massage
Back Massage
Cupping Therapy
Lanakila Iesu - Massage Therapist
108 Locust St # C, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 359-4753(831) 359-4753Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Sports Massage
Swedish Massage
Therapeutic Massage
Santa Cruz Massage and Healing Arts
5905 Soquel Dr, Soquel, CA 95073
(831) 600-5696(831) 600-5696Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Foot Massage
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Reflexology
Traditional Chinese Massage
6241 Graham Hill Rd, Felton, CA 95018
(831) 508-5088(831) 508-5088Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Thai Massage
Acupressure
Foot Massage
BodyWorx Chiropractic, formerly Santa Cruz Spine & Sport Chiropractic
545 Frederick St, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 426-4325(831) 426-4325Call to bookChiropractic
Physiotherapy
Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy
Dry Needling
Holistic Women's Wellness
5905 Soquel Dr #200, Soquel, CA 95073
(831) 419-7552(831) 419-7552Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Foot Massage
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Reflexology
Shannon Arrechea Massage
1011 Center St, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(415) 415-4217(415) 415-4217Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Sports Massage
Therapeutic Massage
Chinese Massage
California Orthopedic and Sports Physical Therapy Services
6193 Soquel Dr, Aptos, CA 95003
(831) 462-1212(831) 462-1212Call to bookPhysiotherapy
Dry Needling
Violet Blossom Massage
716 Capitola Ave suite a, Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 464-1568(831) 464-1568Call to bookBody Scrub
Spa Package
Sauna
Santa Cruz Balance Massage
200 Washington St UNIT 105, Santa Cruz, CA 95060
(831) 818-0230(831) 818-0230Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Back Massage
Foot Massage
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Jenny Call CMP Myofascial Release Practitioner
526 Soquel Ave # D, Santa Cruz, CA 95062, United States
+1 831-421-2584+1 831-421-2584Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Relaxing Massage
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Sports Massage
Capitola Village Massage
331 Capitola Ave Suite A, Capitola, CA 95010
(831) 440-8268(831) 440-8268Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Hot Stone Massage
Foot Massage
Lymphatic Drainage Massage
Feel Good Now-Massage by Curt - Men Only
Pacheco Ave, Santa Cruz, CA 95062
(831) 419-1646(831) 419-1646Call to bookDeep Tissue Massage
Foot Massage
Reflexology
Sports Massage
Kristin Bowne Physical Therapy
5619 Scotts Valley Dr #205, Scotts Valley, CA 95066
(831) 600-7381(831) 600-7381Call to bookPhysiotherapy
Dry Needling
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Deep Tissue Massage FAQs
This is entirely up to you. If you’ve experienced a deep tissue massage and felt the benefits, then you might decide it’s worth doing regularly - or even just the once so you could know what it’s like and if it’s something you’d be interested in again.
You might feel they aren’t for you, in which case you might be more interested in other types of massage treatment, including:
- Swedish massage
- Hot stone massage
- Thai massage
- Lymphatic massage
- Shiatsu massage
It’s normal to feel some soreness after a deep tissue massage, as they can be quite intense. Think of it as the same kind of pain you get after a hard workout! The treatment itself does involve high pressure being applied to your body, and there may be some discomfort - if it becomes too much, you can always let your therapist know.
However, it’s important to note that while soreness can be common, you shouldn’t be feeling any extreme pain post-massage. If this is the case, you should tell your therapist and your doctor too.
To prepare for your deep tissue massage, one of the most important things is to avoid eating a heavy meal or drinking a lot of liquids before the treatment. A deep tissue massage involves intense pressure being applied to your body, which can be uncomfortable on a full stomach.
Otherwise, the main thing you should do is get yourself in a relaxed state of mind and body, so the massage can be as effective as possible. Try to arrive early so you can let yourself unwind before your massage starts.
It’s been known for centuries that emotions can be trapped deep inside the body, and a deep tissue massage can be effective at helping release those tensions. Your massage therapist will understand the importance of emotional release as part of their treatments - however it’s important to remember that they may not be trained to assist in emotional therapy.
The reason a deep tissue massage can leave lingering pain and discomfort is because they involve intense physical pressure on your body. It’s completely normal for the soreness to last for a day or even two or three!
Massage etiquette is a thing - and it’s important for both you and your therapist. When you’re undergoing a treatment, you shouldn’t:
- Disrespect your therapists’ boundaries
- Be late and expect your full time
- Dress down while your therapist is still in the room
- Make excessive noise
There are no hard and fast rules on how often you should get a deep tissue massage - it’s more about what feels right for you and what provides the most benefits. This could be daily, a few times a week, every month - whatever makes you feel comfortable.
Remember you can always ask your therapist to recommend a treatment plan, as their expertise means they’ll know how to address the underlying issues you may be suffering from.
Book your next deep tissue massage appointment in Santa Cruz with Fresha
Fresha is your personal treasure trove of first-rate massage places in Santa Cruz. And there is no shortage of gems in among the treatments our salon and clinic partners have listed with us. So all you need to do is pick a favourite and confirm your appointment today. You can enjoy peace of mind with our secure payment system and appointment reminders sent straight to your phone. Lose yourself in some well-deserved me-time.
So if you need to squeeze in an appointment before the weekend, we'd better get searching. Things are looking very good in Santa Cruz today. There are five-star businesses in your area ready to give you that Friday-night feeling. And why not check out the treatment list for the massage places nearby. There are many services on the menu, plus plenty more beauty and wellness categories to explore too. You'll be skipping into the weekend with a fresh spring in your step.
Deep tissue massage gets to the parts of stressed muscles that other massages often can't reach. Your therapist typically uses deep pressure along the length of your muscles, and may also work across the grain of the muscle too.
Does deep tissue massage hurt? There may be discomfort, but it can be described as ‘a good hurt'. Deep tissue massage reduces pain, promotes faster healing through increased blood flow, and lessens inflammation. Treatments take between 1 hour and 1 hour 30 minutes, and your therapist may recommend regular sessions. You can find and book deep tissue massage in Santa Cruz easily on Fresha's website or mobile app.
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