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Release chronic tension and restore your body with a personalised deep tissue massage at Her Healing Massage & Wellness. A women-only studio in Amsterdam city centre, where every session is adapted to your specific pain patterns.
Exclusively for women
Deep tissue massage targets the deep layers of muscle and connective tissue where chronic tension and old injuries settle in.
Dracel adapts every session to your specific pain pattern — neck, lower back, shoulders or hips — using sustained pressure and a precise body reading to find where the pain actually originates, not just where you feel it.
Clinical research on deep tissue and soft tissue massage shows measurable reductions in chronic low back and neck pain, improved mobility and less reliance on medication. This is a therapeutic technique, not a generic massage.
Available exclusively for women, in a private studio on the Keizersgracht canal ring, Amsterdam city
This clinical approach makes the difference between temporary relief and lasting change.
Available exclusively for women at our private massage studio in Amsterdam city centre, on the Keizersgracht canal ring.
Expert masseur with over 5 years of experience and more than 3,000 clients treated.
Top-tier natural oils applied with care and precision, in a peaceful, welcoming atmosphere.
Perfectly located in Amsterdam center for a quick wellness break.
Deep tissue massage isn't just firmer pressure — it produces measurable changes in chronic pain and mobility. Here's what clinical research shows about what happens during and after a session.
A randomized trial found deep tissue massage lowered pain scores in chronic low back pain patients as effectively as combined treatment with anti-inflammatory medication.
In practice: less pain without relying on pills.
Studies on office workers with chronic low back pain showed significant improvement in lumbar spine mobility across all movement directions after soft tissue work.
In practice: easier bending, sitting and turning.
A large randomized controlled trial (the STONE trial) found deep tissue massage improved pain intensity in persistent neck pain, with the clearest gains in the first 7–12 weeks.
In practice: a neck that finally releases, not just loosens.
By working the deeper muscle and fascia layers rather than the surface, sustained pressure reaches adhesions and tension patterns that light strokes can't reach.
In practice: relief that lasts longer than the session itself.
Sources: Randomised trial on deep tissue massage vs. NSAIDs for low back pain, The Stockholm Neck (STONE) trial on massage for neck pain, Soft tissue manipulation and lumbar mobility in chronic low back pain.
Every deep tissue massage at Her Healing Wellness follows a clinical, personalised protocol. No rushed routine — a complete therapeutic experience designed to identify, reach and release your deepest tension.
Pre-session assessment of your posture, tension patterns and pain history
Precise work on the exact points where your pain originates — not just where you feel it
Therapeutic-grade oils warmed to relax muscle tissue before deep pressure is applied
Breathwork guidance during intense pressure to help your body release instead of resist
Post-session stretches and self-care advice tailored to your specific tension patterns
Real reviews from real women. Our clients consistently highlight the precision of the treatment, the personalised attention and how different this experience feels from anything they have tried before in Amsterdam.
A woman’s body holds tension differently. At Her Healing Massage & Wellness, every deep tissue session follows a precise, personalised protocol — informed by your anatomy, your cycle, your stress patterns and how your body responds that day.
Before any pressure is applied, Dracel reads your body. Posture, breathing, areas of pain and emotional tension. This conversation — verbal and physical — shapes the entire session.
Deep tissue is not about pushing harder. It is about reaching the right layer, at the right point, with the right pressure. Dracel locates where your pain originates and works with your tissue, not against it.
Rhythm, intensity and areas of focus adapt in real time. If your shoulders carry the mental load of the week, that is where the session goes. If your lower back speaks louder, we follow it. No fixed script.
The session does not end when you stand up. You receive specific aftercare guidance — stretches, hydration, awareness of what your body released — so the benefits continue well beyond the studio.
FAQS
Everything you need to know before booking your deep tissue massage with Dracel at Her Healing Massage & Wellness, a women-only studio in Amsterdam city centre.
It can be intense, but it should never be unbearable. Dracel uses sustained, gradual pressure and checks in with you throughout the session so your body can open up instead of tensing against the work. You're always in control — if the pressure is too much at any point, it's adjusted immediately.
A relax massage works the surface — long, gliding strokes designed to calm your nervous system. Deep tissue massage goes further, using sustained, targeted pressure to reach the deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue where chronic tension and old injuries settle in. If you're unsure which one your body needs right now, message Dracel and she'll help you decide.
Deep tissue massage is best suited to women carrying chronic tension or recurring pain in specific areas — neck, lower back, shoulders or hips — rather than general stress. It's also effective if you sit for long hours, carry old injuries, or have tried lighter massage without lasting relief.
For chronic or recurring pain, many clients start with sessions every one to two weeks until tension patterns start to shift, then move to a maintenance rhythm of every three to four weeks. Dracel can recommend a schedule based on your specific pain pattern during your first session.
Drink plenty of water to help flush released tension from the tissue, and expect mild soreness for a day or two — similar to how muscles feel after exercise. Avoid intense physical activity the same day, and give your body time to rest so the effects of the session can settle in.
Deep tissue massage isn't recommended during pregnancy due to the sustained, firm pressure involved. If you're pregnant, let Dracel know when you book so she can advise on a safer alternative, such as an adapted relax massage.
Sessions are available in 60 minutes (€100) or 90 minutes (€150). The 90-minute session allows more time to work through multiple areas of tension in depth, rather than covering the body more quickly.
Before every session, Dracel takes a few minutes to understand where your pain is coming from — how long you've had it, what makes it worse, and any injuries, medical conditions or sensitive areas. This lets the pressure and focus areas be shaped around your specific pain pattern, not a fixed routine.
The easiest way to book is by messaging directly on WhatsApp at +31 618 708 632. Payment is required at the time of booking to secure your slot. Cancellations must be made at least 24 hours before your appointment to receive a refund — cancellations made after that window, for any reason, including illness, traffic accidents or other emergencies, are not refunded. If you arrive late, your session isn't extended: for example, arriving 30 minutes late means you'll receive 30 minutes of treatment, with no refund for the lost time. If you'd still like the full treatment time after arriving late, the remaining minutes can be added on but must be paid for separately, as your appointment time is reserved and respected.
EXCLUSIVELY FOR WOMEN
Ready to feel the difference? Get in touch to book your session at Her Healing Massage & Wellness Studio, a private, women-only space in the heart of Amsterdam. Message me directly on WhatsApp and I’ll get back to you personally — same-day appointments are often available.
Tuesday–Friday: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM Sunday: 12:00 PM – 7:00 PM
+31 618 708 632
Keizersgracht 394, 1016 GB Amsterdam, Netherlands