04/06/2026
Many people think deeper or more intense means more effective, but thatโs not how the body works. When something feels too painful, your nervous system can shift into a stress response.
If youโre clenching your teeth, holding your breath, or bracing during a massage, thatโs your body working against the process, not with it. Muscles often tighten to protect themselves when they feel threatened, which can limit how much theyโre able to relax and release.
The most effective massage works with your nervous system, using the right pressure for your body so you can actually get results ๐