Deep tissue or swedish massage?!

Question: Deep tissue or swedish massage?

I'm taking my boyfriend to a spa to get a couples massage done for our two year anniversary. The reason I thought of this gift is because he's always got back pain and is always stressed about work and stuff. I was wondering which massage would be best for us? Most people say that a Swedish massage is best for beginners, and we are... this will be our first massage. but some people say a Swedish massage is just really light pressure and Idk if we would want that. His back really does hurt sometimes and it sucks to see him in pain. However, I'm wondering if a deep tissue massage is too intense for us... so I'm really indecisive. Anyone have any advice?

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Your friends are right. A Swedish massage is perfect for relaxing tight muscles in the back. Back pain is often caused by tight muscles or muscle spasm. A deep tissue massage is not for novices! It can be painful, which isn't what you want to give as a loving gift.

If he has continuing back pain, he should see a specialist; a physiatrist or an orthopedist would be best. Please do not start with a chiropractor. I went to one for several visits, and although I felt a bit better at first, it ended up making my problem worse.

Personal experience with back pain and massage.

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