A patient seeks a vigorous, strenuous massage with focused pressure applied to tightened muscle areas and trigger points. This type of massage is called
A) Shiatsu.
B) Swedish.
C) Reflexology.
D) Deep tissue.

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Deep tissue massage involves applying firm pressure and slow strokes to reach deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue, making it the best choice for someone seeking a vigorous, strenuous massage with focused pressure on tight muscles and trigger points. Shiatsu, Swedish, and reflexology have different techniques and may not provide the same level of pressure and intensity as deep tissue massage.

A Patient Seeks a Vigorous, Strenuous Massage with Focused Pressure