# Deep tissue massage - Web page: https://kainezitherapy.com/en/services/massage/deep-tissue-massage/ - Category: [Massage](https://kainezitherapy.com/en/services/massage.md) - Price: €40.00 - Duration: 50 min - Area: full body - Pressure: firm and slow - Maintenance: once a month - Packages: - Full-body massage: 5 sessions + 1 free, €190.00 (€31.67 per session, you save €50.00 (20%)); 10 sessions + 1 free, €330.00 (€30.00 per session, you save €110.00 (25%)). Deep tissue, therapeutic or relaxing massage, 50 min. Valid for 3 months from your first visit. If you don't come within 1 month of purchase, the period starts 1 month after purchase. - Address: 10 Popovo Street, Lozenets, Sofia, 1409 - Opening hours: Mon - Fri | 9:00 - 19:00 - Phone: +359 886 750 462 - WhatsApp: +359 886 750 462 - Viber: +359 886 750 462 - Book online: https://superdoc.bg/lekar/kaloyan-zarkov - Booking page: https://kainezitherapy.com/en/appointments/ Deep tissue massage in Sofia: a full-body massage with slower, firmer pressure that reaches the deeper layers of tight muscles. ![Deep tissue massage along the back using the forearm](https://kainezitherapy.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/deep-tissue-massge-2-1024x765.webp) Deep tissue massage in Sofia is a full-body massage with slower, firmer pressure. It reaches the deeper layers of the muscles and the tissue around them (the fascia), where long-standing tension collects. It suits you if your muscles are often tight from training, desk work or an old injury. At Kainezi Therapy, deep tissue massage is done by Kaloyan Zarkov, a kinesitherapist (physiotherapist) with over 10 years of practice. ## What to expect The session starts with a short chat: where you feel tight, for how long, and what you do day to day. This tells Kaloyan where to spend more time. The massage is on a treatment table, with oil. You undress to your underwear, and any area that isn’t being massaged at that moment stays covered with a towel. Kaloyan begins with lighter strokes to warm up the muscles. Then he works slowly, with his palm, fingers, forearm or elbow, and holds the pressure on the tight spots. The pressure is firmer than in a relaxing massage, but it shouldn’t be unbearable. If it is too much anywhere, say so and he will ease off. Deep pressure works when the muscle can let go, not when you are tensing against the pain. The next day your muscles may feel slightly sore, as they do after a workout. This passes in a day or two. For chronic tension, a few massages 1–2 weeks apart usually help. After that, one a month helps to keep the effect. ## What it helps with - A stiff neck, tight shoulders and pain between the shoulder blades - A tight lower back and buttocks from sitting for long periods - Tight thighs and calves from running or training - Headaches from tension in the neck - Limited movement because of tight muscles - An old injury that has left the muscle tight ## Who is this massage for? - You exercise regularly and your muscles recover slowly. - You sit for long hours and your neck and shoulders are always tight. - You have tension that a light massage can’t release. - You like firmer pressure and prefer to feel the massage. ## When it isn’t suitable - With a fever, a cold or a skin infection. - With acute inflammation or a recent injury in the area, such as a strain, a knock or a bruise. - With varicose veins or thrombosis in the area. - If you take blood thinners or bruise easily, tell Kaloyan. The pressure will be lighter. - If you are pregnant or have osteoporosis or cancer, ask first. A lighter massage is usually more suitable. ## Packages for deep tissue massage Pay for several sessions at once: you get a free session and a lower price for every session. ### Full-body massage Deep tissue, therapeutic or relaxing massage, 50 min. - 5 sessions + 1 free · €190.00 · €31.67 per session · **you save €50.00 (20%)** - 10 sessions + 1 free · €330.00 · €30.00 per session · **you save €110.00 (25%)** You can buy a package at any time at the practice or when you [contact us](https://kainezitherapy.com/en/contact-us/). Term: 3 months from the first visit · Start: within 1 month of purchase · Personal · [Full package terms](https://kainezitherapy.com/en/terms-and-conditions/#packages) Performed by ## Kaloyan Zarkov, kinesitherapist - Kinesitherapy degree, NSA “Vassil Levski” - 10+ years of practice [About us](https://kainezitherapy.com/en/about/) ## Frequently asked questions ### Does deep tissue massage hurt? It shouldn’t hurt. The pressure is firmer than in a relaxing massage and can be uncomfortable on tight spots, but Kaloyan always adjusts it to your pain threshold. If it is too much, say so. ### How often should I come? For chronic tension, one massage every 1–2 weeks usually helps at first. Once the muscles have relaxed, one a month is enough to maintain the effect. ### Can I train after the massage? Light movement on the same day is fine, such as a walk. It is better to leave a hard workout until the next day, when the muscles have recovered. ### Will I get bruises? Usually not. If your skin bruises easily or you take blood thinners, tell Kaloyan before the massage and he will use lighter pressure. ### What is the difference between deep tissue massage and therapeutic massage? Deep tissue massage is for chronically tight muscles and uses slower, firmer pressure across the whole body. Therapeutic massage targets a specific problem, such as lower back pain, and the pressure is whatever that problem needs. ### Do I have to undress completely? No. You undress to your underwear, and any area that isn’t being massaged at that moment stays covered with a towel. ## More in Massage [All services in Massage](https://kainezitherapy.com/en/services/massage/) - [Therapeutic massage](https://kainezitherapy.com/en/services/massage/therapeutic-massage/) · 50 min · €40.00 · Therapeutic massage in Sofia by a kinesitherapist: full body, with extra time on the areas that hurt, such as the back, lower back, neck or shoulders. - [Relaxing massage](https://kainezitherapy.com/en/services/massage/relaxing-massage/) · 50 min · €40.00 · Relaxing massage in Sofia: a full-body massage with smooth strokes and light to medium pressure, to loosen your muscles and ease tension from stress. - [Sports massage](https://kainezitherapy.com/en/services/massage/sports-massage/) · 50 min · €50.00 · Sports massage in Sofia from a kinesitherapist who has worked with sports clubs: faster recovery after training and looser muscles. - [Partial body massage](https://kainezitherapy.com/en/services/massage/partial-massage/) · 30 min · €30.00 · Back and neck massage in Sofia, or another single area such as the lower back or legs: for when one spot feels tight and you don’t need a full-body massage. - [Partial sports massage](https://kainezitherapy.com/en/services/massage/partial-sports-massage/) · 30 min · €40.00 · Sports massage for one area, most often the legs or the back and shoulders. For recovery when one spot feels tight after training. ## Want to improve your health? Get in touch for a personal consultation. [Book an appointment](https://kainezitherapy.com/en/appointments/) [+359 886 750 462](tel:+359886750462)