Deep tissue massage uses a combination of massage styles to work more deeply into the muscle fibres and connective tissue. The movements are slower and the pressure is deeper and concentrated on areas of tension and pain.
Sometimes soreness may be felt after the massage, but this dissipates within a day or two to leave the body feeling looser and more at ease.
Deep tissue massage is good for someone who has general aches and stiffness and would like a thorough massage that goes that much deeper than a Swedish or aromatherapy massage.