deep tissue massage is a type of massage that relines the layers with connective tissue such as chronic Back pain or neck pain
The medicine that practices deep tissue massage is massage therapy. Deep tissue massage focuses on bringing together and realigning deeper layers of connective muscle tissue.
A massage therapist is a person who performs massage therapy. Massage therapies are different modalities, or types, of massage; such as Swedish, Deep Tissue, Acupressure, Thai Yoga, Shiatsu, Reflexology, etc.
Deep tissue massage focuses on releasing chronic tension and knots in muscles and connective tissue. It involves stretching, friction, and deep pressure.
There is no singular person that developed deep tissue massage, though Ida Rolf developed Rolfing, which many people consider as the genesis of deep tissue.
At this point medicare does not cover massage therapy (part A). Some of the supplemental plans (part B and C) do cover massage therapy. You would need to check with your provider to see if they cover "massage therapy provided by a licensed massage therapist." Insurance companies do not make decisions based on type of massage but perhaps who is performing it. Sometimes physical therapists' and chiropractors' massages may be covered and a massage therapist's may not be covered. But yes it depends on which part of medicare you are talking about. Supplemental medicare plans may cover massage therapy (and deep tissue massage therapy).
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Deep tissue
A deep massage therapy is a a type of massage technique that applies deeper pressure on the contracted body muscles in order to realign deeper layer of muscles and connective tissues. This type of massage therapy is usually offered by Health Farms and Spas all over the world.
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If done properly, there should be no aches after a deep tissue massage.
Health massage therapy such as deep tissue massage is intended to release adhesion and muscle tensions in a patient's body. Pressure applied is much stronger compared to the ones applied in an average Swedish massage. That is why it is ideal for individuals who experience body pains or injuries. Be prepared for any discomforts. Also, expect to experience a few days of tenderness because the muscles are still realigning.
Sports massage uses techniques similar to Swedish and deep tissue, but are specially adapted to deal with the effects of athletic performance on the body and the needs of athletes regarding training, performing, and recovery from injury.