What sort of massage do I need?

[MrsRobbieHart]

My upper back has been in a lot of pain for about 2 months. I think it’s muscular. I’m going to book a massage but not sure if I just need a back massage or a deep tissue/sports massage? I’ve never had either so no idea which is right.

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Deep tissue. I have one every four weeks; they can be painful, but help a lot.

You need a deep tissue massage from a properly qualified sports massage therapist (despite the name we treat all muscular problems not just sports related issues). The techniques are similar but a qualified sports massage therapist will have a good knowledge of anatomy and physiology and can help work out if it is just muscular or if you need to be referred on to a GP or physiotherapist.

Deep tissue all the way. They're uncomfortable but satisfying.

Thank you all.