Thai massage uses gentle pressure and stretching techniques to relax the whole body. This is an ancient healing practice that originated in India. It dates back to around 2,500–7,000 years ago.

The term "massage" can be a little confusing. You can get a Swedish-style massage to loosen tired muscles, or indulge in a relaxation massage that's as much a spiritual experience as a physical one.

You can also get a targeted massage, like a deep tissue that will reduce muscle stress in a specific area, such as your shoulders or lower back.

You can speak to our therapists to see which service suits best for you.

No, not typically. If a massage is painful either there’s something wrong, like an injury, or maybe the therapist is applying too much pressure. If you’re getting a relaxation massage, it typically goes from light to medium pressure; a deep-tissue massage goes from the high end of medium to deep. What feels best really depends on what result you’re looking for.

Remedial massage can stimulate the blood supply, make joints more mobile, and help to repair damaged tissues. The therapist will aim to balance the length, tone and tension of muscles and tendons, which restores the correct position of the bones, increases blood flow and helps heal injuries.

That really depends. Ideally, you want to speak up during the massage as soon as you notice something is wrong so the therapist has a chance to correct the problem and so you can fully enjoy and relax into your treatment. If something was more minor and if it didn’t distract from the overall quality of the massage, you can always let the therapist know after the session is over, which can help them improve their techniques in future.