Deep tissue massage at Elvara Spa costs AED 700 for 60 minutes and AED 900 for 90 minutes. It is the treatment to book when your back, neck or shoulders feel locked, or when your legs are heavy after training. Sessions take place in a private room at Royal M Hotel by Gewan in Al Bateen, every day from 11:00 to 01:00.
The therapist works slowly and with firm, sustained pressure, using forearms, knuckles and thumbs to reach the deeper layers of muscle and the connective tissue around it. Strokes go along and across the muscle fibres to release areas that a lighter massage would only warm up. The pace is slower than in a Swedish massage, because deep layers need time to let go.
Most of our deep tissue guests are office workers with a stiff upper back, people who train several times a week, or someone who tried a relaxing massage and felt it never reached the problem. If your tension sits mainly in the upper body and you are short on time, our 30 minute back and shoulder massage is a quicker option.
You will feel pressure and occasionally a strong, "good pain" sensation on a tight spot. Sharp or shooting pain is not normal, and you should say so straight away. Some muscle soreness for a day or two afterwards is common, a bit like after a workout. We explain what is normal in more detail in does deep tissue massage hurt.
Tell the therapist about injuries, recent surgery, blood thinners or pregnancy before you start. Drink water afterwards and avoid heavy training the same day. If you have ongoing back pain, our page on massage for back pain covers when massage helps and when to see a doctor first.
Sixty minutes is usually enough to work on one or two problem areas plus a general full body pass. Ninety minutes suits guests who want the whole back, neck, shoulders and legs treated properly. See every duration on our price page.
AED 700 for 60 minutes and AED 900 for 90 minutes.
They do different jobs. Deep tissue targets stubborn knots, while Swedish is for general relaxation. Our comparison of Swedish vs deep tissue explains which to pick.
Mild soreness for 24 to 48 hours is common. Water, sleep and a warm shower help.
Yes, but wait a few hours after a hard session, and avoid heavy training right after the massage.
Yes. We welcome both men and women for all treatments.