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Deep Tissue Massage What is Deep Tissue Massage and What are its Benefits? GOOD QUESTIONS -   Deep Tissue Massage Using the Therapist's Elbow and Forearm  Deep Tissue Massages Poolside             Deep Tissue Massage - Firm pressure is applied to the client's muscles using the therapist's hands, fingertips, knuckles, elbows and forearms.  Deep tissue massage stimulates the deeper layers of muscle tissue. The goal is to release tension in the body through slow strokes and deep finger pressure on the contracted areas. The pressure will be more intense and the movement will be slower than in a more superficial massage. Benefits of Deep Tissue Massage - Increases Blood Flow Increases Oxygen Circulation Increases Mobility Decreases Stress Decreases Chronic Pain Decreases Blood Pressure Decreases Tight Muscles Decreases Toxins from Muscles Decreases Recovery Time from Injuries Decreases Postural Proble

Can you guess who this Massage Therapist is? It is… Maddie Lavelle and her younger brother Last year Maddie moved to San Diego from Columbus, Ohio.  As soon as she arrived, she started working at Massage Extraordinaire. Maddie's Specialty Massage Techniques: Sports massage Trigger point therapy Deep tissue massage Maddie loves working with athletes (from the professional to the weekend).  She also enjoys helping clients who are in pain. Maddie's Hobbies: Hiking around San Diego Spinning classes Kayaking Eating Walking and playing with her miniature dachshund, Hercules Speaking of Eating, Maddie's favorite places to eat are: In-N-Out Burger - They do NOT have In-N-Out's in Ohio since they do not use frozen meat. Taste of The Himalayas in Point Loma various Mexican and Mediterranean restaurants (Maddie's younger brother studies at Georgetown Law.) If you haven't met Maddie yet, please stop by the mas