Frequently asked questions

When you arrive we will talk through what is bothering you, any injuries or health conditions, and what you want from the session. You then get comfortable on the table under a towel or sheet, and only the area being worked on is uncovered at any time. Your therapist checks in on pressure through the treatment, so speak up any time you want more or less.

It depends on what you are dealing with. For general stress and maintenance most people find a session every three to four weeks keeps them feeling good. If you are working through a specific problem like tight shoulders or a recurring niggle, a run of weekly or fortnightly sessions to start usually gets you on top of it faster.

No. Deep tissue works into the deeper layers of muscle, so you may feel a firm, satisfying pressure and some tender spots, but it should never be sharp or unbearable. Pain makes muscles guard and tighten, which works against the whole point. Good pressure sits at a level you can breathe through, and we adjust it to you.

You undress to your own comfort level in private before getting on the table. Most people leave their underwear on. You are covered with a towel or sheet the whole time and we only expose the area being worked on. If you would rather stay more clothed, that is fine and we work around it.

Often yes, and it can be a real relief for a sore back and tired legs. It is best after the first trimester and we position you safely on your side with support. Let us know you are pregnant when you book so we can set the session up properly, and check with your midwife or doctor first if you have any complications.

A 30 minute session suits a focused area like the neck and shoulders. Sixty minutes is the most popular length and covers a full body treatment without rushing. If you carry a lot of tension or want a truly unhurried treatment, ninety minutes gives your therapist time to work thoroughly and let you settle.

Relaxation massage uses flowing, even strokes to calm your nervous system and ease general tension. Remedial massage is more targeted and works on specific muscles, knots and movement problems to help with pain or injury. Many sessions blend both, easing you into a relaxed state while still treating the areas that need attention.

Drink plenty of water, move gently and give yourself a bit of time before jumping back into anything intense. It is normal to feel a little tender the next day after deeper work, much like after exercise, and that settles within a day or two. A warm shower and an early night help you get the most out of the treatment.