Targeted release for tight shoulders, lower back & recovery — Lambton Quay
Deep tissue massage at Glowe Aesthetics is firm, focused work into the muscle layers that hold the most chronic tension — neck and upper back from desk work, lower back and glutes from sitting, calves and hamstrings from running and cycling. It's not a generic "press harder" session. Our therapists locate the specific bands of restriction and work them release-by-release, with constant feedback on pressure.
Sixty minutes is enough to thoroughly work two or three target areas. If you want full-body deep work, book the 90-minute option instead — there isn't time to do justice to head-to-toe in an hour.
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If you're new to massage, start with a relaxation session and step the pressure up from there. Deep tissue works best when your body has had a chance to learn what release feels like.
1. Quick consultation — three minutes on where you're carrying it, any injuries, and how much pressure you want.
2. Hands-on work — 50 minutes of targeted deep tissue. We check in periodically on pressure, but you should also speak up the moment something doesn't feel right.
3. Finish & aftercare — five minutes to ease off, plus a quick guide on what to do tonight (water, warmth, gentle stretching) and what to avoid (heavy training, alcohol).
Total appointment time: 60 minutes door-to-door. Showers aren't on site — plan accordingly if you have meetings straight after.
Couples option available — two clients, two therapists, side by side. From $240.
It's firm, not painful. There can be a sensation of "good pressure" on tight knots, but we work to your tolerance — pressure goes up or down based on your feedback. If anything sharpens into actual pain, we ease off immediately.
Deep tissue is pressure-focused work into deeper muscle layers — best for chronic tension and desk-related shoulder issues. Sports massage combines deeper work with stretching and assisted range-of-motion, oriented around training cycles and event prep or recovery. Both are $140 at Glowe; the therapist will help you pick on the day.
Most clients book deep tissue on a rest day or at least 24 hours before or after a hard session. A flush-style sports massage works well post-workout; deeper pressure work is best scheduled when you don't have to perform later that day.
$140 for a 60-minute session. The 90-minute Full Body option is $180 if you want longer to work through multiple areas thoroughly.
It's normal to feel mildly sore for 24 to 48 hours, similar to delayed muscle soreness after a workout. Drink water, take a warm shower or magnesium bath, and avoid heavy training the next day. Most clients report feeling lighter and looser by day three.
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