Therapeutic and deep tissue massage in Burgas
A stiff neck after a day at the screen, a lower back after a long drive, a shoulder that will not lift all the way. That is what therapeutic massage is for — targeted, not just pleasant.
What therapeutic massage is for
Therapeutic massage focuses on a specific area and a specific problem. The therapist finds the tight spots, works them with slower, firmer pressure and watches how the tissue responds. The goal is not to fall asleep on the table, but to move more freely an hour later.
People usually come with:
- a stiff neck and tension between the shoulder blades after hours at a screen;
- lower back pain after long sitting or driving;
- a shoulder that will not move fully;
- tension headaches that start at the back of the head;
- “knots” in the upper shoulders that will not go away on their own.
If the pain is sharp, follows an injury, or comes with numbness in an arm or leg — see a doctor first. Massage is for muscle tension, not for diagnosis.
Therapeutic, deep tissue or classic?
Therapeutic massage
Relaxes the muscles, releases stiffness and eases pain. The therapist works on the problem areas, with pressure adjusted to you.
Deep tissue massage
Slow, strong strokes into the deeper layers of muscle. For chronic tension — not relaxing, but effective.
Classic full-body massage
Relaxes the muscles and improves circulation. A good choice when the tension is general rather than in one spot.
Classic back massage
Back, neck and shoulders only — for a lunch break or a first session with a therapist.
Not sure which? Tell reception where it hurts and for how long — the therapist will pick the technique.
How it goes
Talk
Where it hurts, since when, what makes it worse. The therapist also checks how the area moves.
Warm-up
Lighter strokes first to warm the tissue — the firm pressure comes after.
Focused work
Slow, targeted pressure on the tight areas. Say if it is too much — you should not have to grit your teeth.
After
Mild tenderness for a day or two is normal. Drink water and leave hard training for the next day.
What it costs
Massage for pain and stiffness
Course
For chronic stiffness, the result comes from a course. The pack of five 60-minute massages is used within 60 days.
About therapeutic massage
How many sessions will I need?
For a one-off stiff neck, one is often enough. For tension that keeps returning, people usually do 4–5 sessions a few days apart — which is why the pack exists.
Does deep tissue massage hurt?
It is uncomfortable at moments, but it should never be unbearable. If the pressure is too strong, say so straight away.
When should I not have a massage?
With a fever, acute inflammation, after a recent injury or surgery, with skin problems in the area, or with thrombosis. In pregnancy — only after talking to your doctor.
Massage or osteopathy for back pain?
If the pain is muscular and recent — massage. If it keeps coming back or is linked to posture and movement — osteopathy.
