All About Massage Therapy
Before delving further in to the topic, let us first talk about massage therapy. What does massage therapy mean? It is one of the most common practices of relaxing and invigorating body. It is even said to be magical at times because it can cure several diseases that were impossible to cure for many qualified doctors. So, now we are going to discuss about massage therapy in detail.
Massage therapy has also been discovered as the stress buster for many individuals. If you want to relax your mind or relive your senses then you can always go for massage therapy. This practice would not only help you improve your condition but would also make you mentally active. It is basically an amalgamation of discipline and art that provides you relaxation by simple physical strokes on your body. It would simply provide you a rejuvenating experience.
There are a number of benefits of massage remedy due to which it has gained immense popularity in several parts of the world. Now, let us talk about some of its best applications.
1. Helps to improve blood circulation in your body. It simply brings in oxygen and other vital nutrients in your body structure.
2. It alleviates muscle pressure and soreness, enhances suppleness and mobility, and helps bring out waste materials from your body, which diminishes pain and tautness in body muscles and joints.
3. It also helps you treat from several conditions like severe back ache, arthritis, migraine and severe headache, a number of respiratory problems, asthma, and some of the repetitive strain injuries.
4. The consequences of massage therapy are increasing and a track of massage healing will transport the most advantages.
5. Habitual massage therapy can have the outcome of intensification and harmonizing the complete body mechanism, and so aid to avert needless body strains and injuries that could arise due to surplus apprehension and any ensuing structural body weaknesses.
6. Massage therapy can arouse or tranquil your entire nervous system depending upon what is essential by the person and consequently aid lessen exhaustion, leaving the beneficiary with a mood of replenished vigor.
While getting a massage is a luxury, it’s more than that. There are very real massage advantages to be obtained when it’s done the correct way:
Loosening of stiff sore muscles
Reduced number of headaches
Lowered blood pressure
Release of toxins from the body resulting in a boosted immune system
Improved quality of sleep
Reduction of muscle spasms
Clearer skin (due to the release of toxins stored in the body)
Reduced muscle pain
Improved deep breathing
Release of mental and physical stress
Calming of frazzled emotions
Mental clarity
This is really a short list of advantages you can expect to receive after getting a good massage. You will discover that there are many others. Massage is very beneficial for your overall health and wellness. Your body will be the true witness of how effective regular massages can be. Massage advantages are increased when you combine them with heat or aromatherapy.
Review # 1: Not so special. The massage was wishy washy.
Review # 2: The best massage you will ever have I got Vigorous Thai massage once a week. Definitely make sure you book in for a 45 minute or 1 hour combination massage. Combination means the massage will have elements of a traditional thai massage like stretching ect, but also very relaxing with oil to soothe your aching muscles. If it is peak times like lunchtime and directly after work from say 5-6:30pm, you may need to wait 5-10 mins. As I said I go every week, and they have only ever been fully booked out once, and I couldn't wait. So generally you don't need a booking, but if you have to be somewhere afterwards, it might be worth making a booking. There are about 10 girls that work there, and they are all really good at their craft. The service is friendly, and they always seem to go beyond the call of duty to make sure you are fully relaxed by the time you leave. As you lie down and have every ache and pain massaged from your body, traditional thai music plays in the background, and you really feel like your soul is being ... I got Vigorous Thai massage once a week. Definitely make sure you book in for a 45 minute or 1 hour combination massage. Combination means the massage will have elements of a traditional thai massage like stretching ect, but also very relaxing with oil to soothe your aching muscles. If it is peak times like lunchtime and directly after work from say 5-6:30pm, you may need to wait 5-10 mins. As I said I go every week, and they have only ever been fully booked out once, and I couldn't wait. So generally you don't need a booking, but if you have to be somewhere afterwards, it might be worth making a booking. There are about 10 girls that work there, and they are all really good at their craft. The service is friendly, and they always seem to go beyond the call of duty to make sure you are fully relaxed by the time you leave. As you lie down and have every ache and pain massaged from your body, traditional thai music plays in the background, and you really feel like your soul is being rejuvenated. I have recommended Vigorous to 2 friends who now go on a weekly basis too. You can request the massage to be softer or harder as per your preference. Don't waste your time on a 10 min massage, go straight for the 45 min or an hour - trust me you won't regret it. I just got back from a one hour massage from Anne, and without a word of exaggeration, it was the best massage I have EVER had! Thanks Anne :) Leigh. Show full review
Review # 3: The best massage My husband and I are from Sydney. Before going to Melbourne for a short break, we looked up this place and it is excellent. The massages given here are traditional Thai. If you want a massage that will rejuvenate your entire body you must give this place a try. We went to Melbourne for 2 days and we went to Vigorous Thai Masage twice. We will definitely visit again.
Review # 1: I went here for the first time today and had a remedial massage. All i can say is it was the best massage i've had in a long time. I could tell the massuse knew what she was doing and focused in on my troubled spots. Brillant. Will go again and again :)
Review # 2: Simply healing and relaxing environment... Totally recommend it...
Review # 1: The young girl who did my pedicure was busy talking and not looking what she was doing, and filed off the skin on the top of my big toe, leaving bleeding, open flesh. Then she tried to hide it by blotting it with a cotton ball - which only made the pain worse. She put a bandaid on it. I honestly didn't realise how bad it was till I got home and took the bandaid off. 2 days later on my wedding day I had to have it bandaged up. It got infected so I had to get antibiotics. They compensated me with a stingy 15 minute massage. The service wasn't great, and I felt like the manager didn't believe me when I told her about my toe.
Review # 2: I agree with all disapointed clients. I hope 1500 of them who purchased Cudo vouchers will find time to write some comments. I was not able to book my appointment for 3 months as "my girls" were on holidaysor there was no space available . I could not book over the phone I had to sent e-mail. The manager who was on the phone when I rang was not very friendly, sort of annoyed that I wanted to book. I came for my appointment 10 minutes earlier and got this look which make you feel uncomfortable. I was supposed to get 3 hrs pumpering treatment but ended up after 2 hours totally disapointed. I had half of the body oil masage - my back only. I can not call it even relaxation masage. Facial - I had some moisteriser on my face which later one had been removed for very loooooong time. I was asked if it was nice! Then I had emesing dry pedicure and manicure. I asked since when they do not use water and soap for this treatment. I was told it was "a mini pedi and mani". I have never heard about it. I was not offered any extra ... I hope 1500 of them who purchased Cudo vouchers will find time to write some comments. I was not able to book my appointment for 3 months as "my girls" were on holidaysor there was no space available . I could not book over the phone I had to sent e-mail. The manager who was on the phone when I rang was not very friendly, sort of annoyed that I wanted to book. I came for my appointment 10 minutes earlier and got this look which make you feel uncomfortable. I was supposed to get 3 hrs pumpering treatment but ended up after 2 hours totally disapointed. I had half of the body oil masage - my back only. I can not call it even relaxation masage. Facial - I had some moisteriser on my face which later one had been removed for very loooooong time. I was asked if it was nice! Then I had emesing dry pedicure and manicure. I asked since when they do not use water and soap for this treatment. I was told it was "a mini pedi and mani". I have never heard about it. I was not offered any extra services, even fully paid. After 2 hours of "pampering" including drying my nails I was ready to go home. I did not ask for $20 voucher for the waxing which was part of the pampering package. I hated the expereince. But on the Hardware Street I found plenty of fantastic restaurants! I recommend all of them.Nice coffee. LEO Show full review
Review # 3: Read the reviews yesterday and was a bit apprehensive about my Cudo voucher appointment today, but should not have been. The atmosphere and service was brilliant, Clare was amazing and would highly recommend this Day Spa to anyone. Will definitely be a return customer. Liked: Service, Value
Review # 4: I have been to Orchid Day Spa many times now, for waxing, gel manicures, as well as spa pedis and have been very pleased with the results and will continue to return. Some of the comments below surprise me and are probably reflective of the fact that this is more often than not a very busy salon which is in high demand, and busy city corporate types do tend to be quite high maintenance , generally speaking - the prices are extremely reasonable for CBD and the girls are extremely efficient. The 'blonde girl with the glasses' has a fantastic waxing method (cannot fault her) and does a terrific job each time, as does the pretty brunette (Emily?) when I have seen her for bikini waxing .. the owner usually does my nails and she is a consummate perfectionist and will take the extra time to make sure everything looks just so. As a side, I would not trust online bulk vouchers for beauty treatments (I would never purchase them myself) - you get what you pay for and cannot fairly demand, nor expect to receive, prime time slots for a ... for waxing, gel manicures, as well as spa pedis and have been very pleased with the results and will continue to return. Some of the comments below surprise me and are probably reflective of the fact that this is more often than not a very busy salon which is in high demand, and busy city corporate types do tend to be quite high maintenance , generally speaking - the prices are extremely reasonable for CBD and the girls are extremely efficient. The 'blonde girl with the glasses' has a fantastic waxing method (cannot fault her) and does a terrific job each time, as does the pretty brunette (Emily?) when I have seen her for bikini waxing .. the owner usually does my nails and she is a consummate perfectionist and will take the extra time to make sure everything looks just so. As a side, I would not trust online bulk vouchers for beauty treatments (I would never purchase them myself) - you get what you pay for and cannot fairly demand, nor expect to receive, prime time slots for a discount voucher. I feel sorry for the lovely girls at Orchid who have been impacted unfairly by comments below suggesting the customer service is below par, when in fact it has never been anything but excellent in my estimation. I will continue to return to Orchid for several reasons, but primarily because: the staff are well-trained in their profession and I am always happy with the results, they do their very best to fit you in when you ask, even though sometimes they have to shuffle appointments because of the high demand, the prices are extremely realistic for Melbourne city and the experience is consistently a high one. Show full review Liked: Service, Value
Review # 5: My daughter and I routinely stay in Melbourne CBD as we love the whole experience. We decided to have pedicures after shopping for 2 days and looked forward to the experience. Based on the web and location to our hotel we chose Orchid Day Spa to be sadly disappointed. The young woman who provided my pedicure had a really bad attitude and for example did not on any occasion address me by my name nor hold eye contact and the experience felt like pedicures were beneath her. I subsequently sent an email to the owner outlining my experience to be offered the suggestion that perhaps the staff member "...was having an off day as we all do from time to time.." The owner further offered "...To be honest I find it very hard to fathom that X was acting this way towards you..." The owner couldn't see that she was calling me a liar. The final word from the owner was "I do hope that one day you will return and the experience will be far better than the last" to which I have replied that I will not be returning..... Disliked: Service, Value
Review # 1: Great veggies and deli selection Liked: Value, Service, Madame Tran's dumplings
Review # 2: Its a Maketing Places......... Different tastes of people unite......Get to Know currently Hot fashion among Common people......... Liked: Value
Review # 3: too busy on wkends. hard to find car parking
Review # 4: 2 words, dim sims. An institution, been around for years, but some of the best Ive found. Who knows what they put inside them though!? Liked: Value
Review # 5: Mmmmmmm, dim sims, sure the price keeps going up, but worth it, the best in Melbourne, all the others taste like *s*it!
Review # 1: Great service, would definitely use them again. The therapist was professional, friendly, on time and would recommend her again. Was impressed with their follow up service and that they called to see how our treatments went the next day. Showed a caring attitude.
Review # 2: I booked the couples massage for our anniversary and it was the best way to start our weekend away. We were really happy with both our therapists, both very experienced and knew what they were doing with just the right pressure. The best bit was they didn't talk all the way through, but let us relax. Good value for money with all the little add ons like the facial and foot soak.
Review # 1: I didn't really know what to expect at a Day Spa and was a little nervous. Thanks to your highly professional staff and beautiful atmosphere I had a wonderful time. Thank you so much.
Review # 2: It's taken me a couple of years to write a review of Body Freedom but as a consistent regular I can say how wonderful a Day Spa Body Freedom really is. I have recommended them many times and always get a great thank you message from those I recommend.
Review # 3: Just wanted to say what a great facial I had here. Walked out feeling years younger and with totally stress free.
Review # 4: I visited your day spa for a massage whilst in Melbourne and thought you'd like to know that I very much appreciated the service! The treatment quality was high, the setup at body freedom was relaxing and more importantly, the service was delivered in a timely manner. Cheers!
Review # 5: My friends and I that visited you last week would like to say a very big thank you, and commend you guys on not only a fantastic experience but also your professionalism which was outstanding! We will definitely be visiting again next time we come to Melbourne! Thanks!
Review # 1: Like many "hidden" places in Melbourne - hard to find first time but definately worth the effort! Good value & easy going practitioners that really know their stuff. Following instructions from the massage guys as well as Tim the physio, my back whole body feels in better shape. I can often get last minute appointments. Highly recommended!
Review # 2: Very highly recommended I found Mind Over Muscle via an internet search when the upper back pain I had from a squash injury was in need of professional attention. I am always skeptical about any type of sports/remedial massage from previous bad experience and booked an appointment with the Proprieter Matt Mahon with low expectations. What I found was an absolute revelation and Matt has certainly restored my faith in the profession. Matt identified the problem straight away. He gave me an in depth analysis of my posture and concluded that my back was indeed part of a posture based issue exacerbated by work. Not only did he book me onto a free Yoga session with on of his carefuly selected Practitioners he also followed treatment up with a phone call a week or so later to ascertain my progress after exercises he gave me. I think the follow up was the part of the service that impressed me the most - I have never had that kind of follow up. Matt is an extremely knowledgeable Massage Therapist who currently is ... I found Mind Over Muscle via an internet search when the upper back pain I had from a squash injury was in need of professional attention. I am always skeptical about any type of sports/remedial massage from previous bad experience and booked an appointment with the Proprieter Matt Mahon with low expectations. What I found was an absolute revelation and Matt has certainly restored my faith in the profession. Matt identified the problem straight away. He gave me an in depth analysis of my posture and concluded that my back was indeed part of a posture based issue exacerbated by work. Not only did he book me onto a free Yoga session with on of his carefuly selected Practitioners he also followed treatment up with a phone call a week or so later to ascertain my progress after exercises he gave me. I think the follow up was the part of the service that impressed me the most - I have never had that kind of follow up. Matt is an extremely knowledgeable Massage Therapist who currently is expanding his horizons with Myotherapy study. Matt recently referred me to the Physiotherapist (Tim) and he certainly knows his stuff too. I referred a work colleague to Matt and he received the same level of attention I did. Impressive. One last thing - if you are looking for RACV style surrounds this is not the place for you. If you are looking for specialists who are knowledgeable and passionate about that they do give them a go. Show full review
Review # 3: Great Melbourne CBD Massage and Physiotherapy!!! I work in an office building in the Melbourne CBD, I first came accross Mind Over Muscle when I met Matt, the remedial massage therapist, at our work. They were performing corporate massages and ergonomic assessments at our work. I have had shoulder pain for quite a few years now, and have been to quite a number of massage clinics with no relief, however, from a simple 15 minute massage that Matt offered at work, I found myself feeling significantly better for the rest of the day. I consiquently booked to see Matt at the convenient clinic in the cbd, and he managed to squeeze me into a slot that week. After seeing Matt for a much longer massage, he could perform far more in depth assessments and found some sort of deficiency in my shoulder muscles... way over my head. He refered me to the Physiotherapist, Tim. Tim explained the problem and showed examples through the use of a camera and postural assessment, as well as specific physiotherapy assessments. The depth of knowledge from ... I work in an office building in the Melbourne CBD, I first came accross Mind Over Muscle when I met Matt, the remedial massage therapist, at our work. They were performing corporate massages and ergonomic assessments at our work. I have had shoulder pain for quite a few years now, and have been to quite a number of massage clinics with no relief, however, from a simple 15 minute massage that Matt offered at work, I found myself feeling significantly better for the rest of the day. I consiquently booked to see Matt at the convenient clinic in the cbd, and he managed to squeeze me into a slot that week. After seeing Matt for a much longer massage, he could perform far more in depth assessments and found some sort of deficiency in my shoulder muscles... way over my head. He refered me to the Physiotherapist, Tim. Tim explained the problem and showed examples through the use of a camera and postural assessment, as well as specific physiotherapy assessments. The depth of knowledge from the two clinicians was amazing. He provided treatment techniques to remove the pain, but also prescribed excersises to help build the core stability in my shoulder which he described, would help prevent this from recurring. I have been seeing them now for regular physiotherapy and massage for a month now, and my shoulder pain has significantly improved. The best part is they have hicaps which means my private health insurance covers most of the physiotherapy and massage session prices! Show full review
Review # 4: Nice place for remedial massage Travelling a lot for work, I often experience stiffness and joint pain. I am glad I found this nice massage place in the Melbourne CBD, I go there for a good massage when I am in Melbourne for work. They are very friendly and really competent, and I can feel the difference when compared to most of the Asian massage places from where I often come out in a worse or unchanged shape. From the Mind Over Muscle clinic, I always come out feeling more functional, relaxed and lighter.
Review # 5: Fantastic remedial massage! I work in the Melbourne CBD and require a good remedial massage at least once a month. The staff at Mind Over Muscle are helpful and knowledgeable and I recommend them highly!
Review # 1: I've had chronic lower back pain for years and have tried everything and no-one has been able to fix or find the root of my problem. Since visiting PurePhysio, the severity and frequency of pain has reduced and Laura has worked solidly with me identifying the cause of my pain. Through rehab and treatment I'm feeling so much better and know I'm finally on the road to recovery thanks to the great team at PurePhysio. I would happily recommend all my family and friends to PurePhysio.
Review # 2: I was so lucky my friend David introduced PurePhysio to me , I had a knee pain for a long time and it was amazing how Andrew diagnosed the problem, Jac and Andrew threated me and now now i can walk with out any pain. Also i wonder how they care about the patients with follow ups even after threatments. I highly recommand to any one looking for Physio threatments... Liked: Service
Review # 3: I went to Pure Physio complaining about an aching back, due to sitting for long hours at a desk. They not only were able to diagnose and resolve the initial problem by assessing and correcting my sitting position, they taught me to understand my own body and why this happened to me. They provided amazing massage therapy, and helped me build my core strength to maintain a better sitting position throughout the day. Now I'm happier because I live with much less pain. I thoroughly enjoy a weekly pilates class with Laura, to maintain my core strength, muscle tone, flexibility, and to help prevent my back from playing up again. I cannot thank them enough for their professional, relevant and successful treatment methods. Highly recommend to all.
Review # 4: Apparently sitting in front of a computer for 10+ years isn't awesome for you. Chuck in some gym sessions and the like and you end up with this needle-like shooting pain in your shoulder. The education, treatment and followup from Pure Physio was nothing short of excellent. Kate and Jac were able to treat and talk me through what had happened, why it wasn't ace and how to fix it. First time ever at a physio and very glad I found these guys. The treatment space is fantastic and everyone I dealt with had service as a priority. From the front desk to the gym. Even managed to laugh through most of it as well.... can't recommend these guys highly enough.
Review # 5: I'm not sure I would have been able to run a marathon had I not received the expertise and encouragement from Pure Physio. In particular the work I did with Jac was extremely beneficial, getting me thinking more deeply about my body and its suitability for running. I was really appreciative that Pure Physio could accommodate my wife and I together and we had loads of fun working in the gym with Jac. In a perfect world we would be there every week... but otherwise it is great that what we have learnt is transferable to do at home or as part of our regular exercise. I'm hoping that what I have gained from Pure Physio will keep me running for years to come.
Review # 1: Absolute bliss! Staff were friendly and accommodating from the moment I walked in until the time I left...and believe me I didn't want to leave. The service was great and I came out feeling super relaxed. Can't wait until next time!
Review # 1: 5 star beauty treatment. The experience was great. I was very relaxed and left there with glowing skin that I got compliments for all day! I recommend this experience for anybody wanting or needing a pampering.
Review # 2: One of the best spa treatments I have experienced at Natskin Yarra Valley. Purchased a spa treatment through Red Balloon for a friend's birthday surprise. The staff members were knowledgeable and fabulous and facilities were fantastic. Went away feeling pampered and totally relaxed. Would definitely go back again, highly recommend. And my friend's verdict - "this is the most perfect of presents".
Review # 3: Karen-2 weeks ago, Fabulous experience! First visit as a Red Balloon Voucher customer-well trained, pleasant staff! Lovely relaxing feel from start to finish. Will be back-in fact going today to buy some of the fantastic Sothys face products as my trail sizes are almost out! Highly recommend this day spa!
Review # 4: Need a bit of TLC - treat yourself to some pampering at Natskin. Experienced staff, great facilities and Sothys products are beautiful. My sister and I treat ourselves every birthday and come home relaxed and feeling fantastic after an indulgent body treatment. Looking forward to our next pampering session in May. Liked: Service, Value
Review # 5: Natskin is by far my favourite day spa in Melbourne - I've been a happy client for many years and the service and level of professionalism of their staff is fantastic, as are their facial treatments and massages. I always look forward to my next appointment, and will visit again many times into the future - would recommend to anyone! =) Liked: Service, Value
Review # 1: I found this clinic to be unprofessional, the person treating me burnt my back when cupping, thought I would give them ago again on next visit the I felt a sharp pain in my leg they left an acupuncture needle in my leg. There is not enough room on treatment table it is cramped & too small for the average size male. I will never visit this clinic again
Review # 2: I had muscle soreness from over training at the gym. If you ever need to wind down and relax yourself for an hour then this place is for you. The practitioners make you feel at home and understand the client's problems.
Review # 3: Having so many services in one place makes life easier ... my family and I can all come to the clinic together and each of us can see the practitioners we need. Everyone is friendly and relaxed and really listen to what you're saying.
Review # 4: Excellent clinic with a great range of services and friendly staff. I love the studio and can highly recommend the reformer Pilates classes.
Review # 5: Beautiful yoga studio, really friendly and knowledgeable staff, and always great deals on to keep you coming back for more and more! I was fairly new to both yoga and pilates when I signed up for my first month, but the small classes, welcoming instructors and relaxed atmosphere have meant I can't get enough of it now. Would highly recommend this place to anyone - whatever level of experience you have!
