i think that massage therapy can be a very useful tool when you're dealing with the issues that you're dealing with. i have been utilizing massage therapy for 30+ years. i find it to be very relaxing and it also will assit you in becoming more flexible.

i do have a concern about you starting with deeptissue massage. it hurts. i have a very high tolerance for pain and deep tissue hurts til you get used to it. if you choose to do deep tissue, discuss with the therapist that you may have to tell her you're in pain, so she can lessen the touch........good luck..pat.