How often should I get treatments?

Written by
Tran Quang
Reviewed by
Prof. Benjamin Murphy, Ph.D.The frequency of treatment will vary widely with your particular condition and treatment goals with deep tissue massage. Regular scheduling provides cumulative benefits without over-treatment. Recommendations are made based on the therapist's findings regarding tension patterns and health history for optimal results.
Chronic Pain Management
- Start with 2 weekly sessions for 4-6 weeks
- Transition to weekly then bi-weekly maintenance
- Combine with posture correction exercises daily
- Expected pain reduction: 40-60% in first month
Athletic Recovery
- Intense training phases: 2-3 sessions weekly
- Competition seasons: weekly 60-minute sessions
- Off-season: bi-weekly maintenance treatments
- Reduces muscle soreness by 30-50% post-workout
Stress Relief
- High-stress periods: weekly 45-minute sessions
- Maintenance: monthly 60-minute treatments
- Combine with breathing techniques
- Lowers cortisol levels by 25-30% consistently
Adjustments become necessary when the body begins to respond to treatment. They can be correspondingly increased if new patterns of tension emerge during periods of stress. They can be decreased when the patient is comfortably maintaining improvements made. Record pain levels and mobility every week, thus aiding in scheduling as needed.
Financial considerations impact treatment without sacrifice to the outcome. Short, 30-minute focused sessions are organized by body region where appropriate, which saves money compared to a full treatment. In addition, both home use and professional use of tools, such as foam rollers, can replace or reduce the need for therapy, potentially resulting in a thirty percent reduction in overall visits.
Seasonality influences muscle tension levels, requiring frequency adjustments. Cold conditions create added stiffening effects that require more sessions. Summer activities create different patterns of strain. Be sure to discuss seasonal adjustments with your therapist every three months.
Therapist collaboration ensures optimal scheduling. They monitor tissue response and adjust the frequency based on palpation findings. Share lifestyle changes affecting muscle tension. This partnership creates sustainable, long-term pain management.
Read the full article: Understanding Deep Tissue Massage Benefits