Deep Tissue Massage

Deep tissue massage uses slower movements and firmer pressure to work through deeper layers of muscular tension.

Rather than applying strong pressure everywhere, the treatment is adjusted to your comfort and focused on the areas that feel particularly tight or fatigued.

Deep tissue massage describes the style and pressure of the treatment. It uses slower techniques and firmer pressure to work through general muscular tightness and physical fatigue.

Remedial massage is more targeted and outcome-focused. It is designed around a specific concern, such as pain, recurring tension, restricted movement or postural strain, and may include an assessment before treatment.

A remedial massage does not always need to be deep or painful. Pressure and techniques are selected according to your needs and comfort.

Choose Deep Tissue Massage if you prefer firm pressure and want relief from general muscular tightness.

Choose Remedial Massage if you have a specific area of pain, discomfort or restricted movement that you would like assessed and treated.

Many clients enjoy a combination of both styles. A treatment may include slow, flowing techniques to help you relax, together with firmer, more focused pressure in areas that feel particularly tight.

The balance is adjusted to your comfort and what your body needs on the day. You may request a gentle relaxation massage, a consistently firm deep tissue treatment, or a combination of both.

Clients commonly choose deep tissue massage for:

Persistent muscular tightness

Neck and shoulder tension

Lower back and hip tension

Physical fatigue

Tension from work, exercise or daily activity

A preference for firmer pressure

You do not need to have an injury to book a deep tissue massage.

Your appointment begins with a brief conversation about the areas that feel tight, your preferred pressure and any areas you would like included or avoided.

The treatment uses slow, focused techniques, with pressure and areas of focus adjusted throughout according to your comfort and how your body responds.

30 minutes · $55
45 minutes · $75
60 minutes · $95
90 minutes · $140
120 minutes · $190

Shorter appointments are suitable for selected areas, while longer sessions allow more time to work through multiple areas at an unhurried pace.

Private health rebates generally apply only to eligible remedial massage treatments.

Deep tissue massage is not claimable through HICAPS. To use your private health benefits, please book a Remedial Massage and confirm your eligibility directly with your health fund.

Deep tissue massage may suit you if you enjoy firmer pressure and want focused attention on general muscular tightness or physical fatigue.

If you have a specific concern involving pain, restricted movement or an area requiring assessment, Remedial Massage may be more suitable.

If your main goal is gentle stress relief and relaxation, Relaxation Massage may be the better choice.

The ideal frequency depends on your lifestyle, activity level and how your body responds after each session.

For ongoing maintenance, many clients find that booking every 3–4 weeks helps manage recurring tension and prevent tightness from building up.