What is sciatica, what causes it and can massage help?
Sciatica is pain from an irritated sciatic nerve, usually felt in the bottom and down one leg. What causes it, when to see a doctor and where massage fits in.
What is a muscle knot, why do we get them and how can massage help?
A muscle knot is a small, tight, tender spot in a muscle. Here is why they form and how massage can ease them.
Hot oil, aromatherapy or Swedish: which relaxing massage?
Three gentle oil massages compared, so you can pick the one that suits how you like to relax.
Couples massage: how it works and what to expect
Two people, two therapists, at the same time. How a couples massage works, what it costs and how to book.
Massage for a tight neck, shoulders and back
Desk work and driving load the same muscles every day. Here is which massage to choose and what to ask for.
Sports massage: when to book it and what to wear
When to fit a sports massage around training, what to wear and what to expect afterwards.
What is Ashiatsu massage?
Ashiatsu is a barefoot massage, sometimes called back walking, where the therapist uses their feet to give broad, deep pressure.
What can Thai massage help with?
People book Thai massage to ease tight muscles, loosen up and switch off. Here is what to expect, and what it is not.
Thai massage or deep tissue: which should you choose?
Thai massage stretches and works the whole body; deep tissue concentrates firm pressure on problem areas. Here is how to pick.
What is a Thai massage?
Thai massage combines acupressure, rhythmic pressure and assisted stretching. Here is what happens and how the main types differ.