Frequently asked questions

No, to ensure the highest quality of care and proper equipment use, we only offer treatments at our location.

Not necessarily, though it’s beneficial after particularly strenuous workouts. We can help you develop a routine that supports your fitness goals without overdoing it.

Unlike continuous pressure in massage, percussion therapy uses a pulsing motion to target specific areas more rapidly. This can be more effective for fast recovery, especially after intense activity.

Percussion therapy can reduce muscle soreness, improve circulation, and speed up recovery. It’s especially popular among athletes for its quick relief and efficiency in releasing tight muscles.

Not typically. We adjust the intensity to match your comfort level, and most clients find it relaxing. If you’re particularly sensitive, we can use a lighter setting to ensure comfort.

Percussion therapy uses rapid bursts of pressure to penetrate deep into muscle tissue, increasing blood flow and releasing muscle tension. It’s excellent for relieving soreness and improving muscle recovery after workouts or injury.

Spinal manipulation generally feels like a gentle push or twist, and you might hear a small “pop” sound as the joint releases. This is normal and typically feels relieving, but it’s always done within your comfort level.

Absolutely, we encourage clients to stretch between sessions and provide guidance on stretches that will best support your goals.

Our approach goes deeper and is more targeted than typical gym stretches. We focus on specific muscles and use advanced techniques to provide a deeper release and greater effectiveness than standard stretching. Partner stretches are always deeper and we use PNF stretching as one of the techniques in our sessions, it’s not used in isolation.

Absolutely! Stretching enhances mobility, making it easier for muscles and joints to handle the demands of physical activity, which can reduce the risk of strains and other injuries. Dynamic movements and stretches during warm up and static stretches after your workout. Try to understand optimal the ways of stretching.

Yes, regular stretching therapy can help improve flexibility and range of motion. Over time, consistent sessions can lead to noticeable improvements, especially for those with tight muscles. You shouldn’t disregard strengthening your muscles though. They key is to stretch and strengthen.

We offer a mix of dynamic, static, and PNF (proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation) stretching techniques. Each type targets different needs, from improving flexibility to increasing muscle activation, and we can tailor the session to what will benefit you most.

This depends on your condition, but some clients benefit from regular sessions while others do well with an as-needed approach. We can discuss what will work best for you after your first session, we will only do spinal manipulations if absolutely necessary and will always be combined with our other techniques.

Many clients feel some immediate relief, while others notice gradual improvement in the days following the session. Each body responds differently, but even slight improvements can be a great sign of progress.

Yes, spinal manipulation is safe and is performed with great care. We focus on precise adjustments, ensuring that each movement is controlled and targeted to avoid strain.

It depends, need to do into more detail here.

Some mild soreness or slight bleeding may occur, but we provide aftercare instructions to help you care for the area. These effects typically resolve quickly.

We adjust the pressure and duration of cupping to suit sensitive skin types. If you have concerns, we can start with lighter pressure and gradually increase it to ensure your comfort.

Yes, cupping often leaves circular marks on the skin, which are simply signs of blood flow and improved circulation. They’re painless and usually fade within a week, depending on skin sensitivity.

Dry cupping uses suction to stimulate the skin and muscles, while wet cupping (Hijama) includes a small incision to draw out a small amount of blood, believed to help remove toxins. Each has unique benefits, and we can discuss which method is best suited for you.

Cupping helps improve blood circulation, relieve muscle tension, and support the body’s natural healing processes. It’s also known for its ability to alleviate pain and relax the nervous system, making it a great option for stress relief and muscle recovery.

Some clients notice immediate improvements, especially in terms of range of motion. For lasting results, a few sessions might be needed, depending on the severity of the issue and individual response to treatment.

Unlike traditional massage, IASTM uses specialized tools to target deeper layers of tissue, making it more precise for specific issues. This approach allows for a more thorough release of tension and fascial restrictions than hands alone might achieve.

Mild bruising or redness is common, especially in areas where there’s more tension or scar tissue. This is a normal response as circulation improves in the treated areas and should fade in a few days.

There might be some mild discomfort during the treatment, especially in areas with a lot of tension or scar tissue, but it’s generally tolerable. Most clients find the relief outweighs any brief discomfort, which usually fades quickly.

IASTM is particularly effective for issues like muscle tightness, scar tissue from previous injuries, chronic pain, and limited range of motion. It can help release adhesions and break up fascial restrictions, making it ideal for chronic or stubborn muscular issues.

We don’t do this at the moment. This may change in the future.

Recovery time can vary based on the treatment and your activity level. Most clients feel well within 24–48 hours, though mild soreness is normal and typically subsides quickly.

We accept online payments via Stripe, Square and PayPal. All payments are taken through the booking system at the time of booking your appointment.

Stay hydrated and avoid heavy meals before the appointment. Arrive with any relevant health information or questions, and let us know if you have specific goals.

During your first visit, we’ll start with an assessment to understand your needs. This helps us tailor the session to address specific issues effectively, then we get to work!

Light activity is generally okay, but we advise against intense exercise immediately afterward to allow your body to recover. Listen to your body, and if you feel sore, give it time to rest.

Our shortest session lasts 60 mins, and our longest is 90 mins but with additional extras (like cupping), the maximum session time is 2 hours. If you need a longer session, get in touch and we can arrange it for you.

Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. We may need access to certain body areas, so athletic wear is ideal for allowing easy movement and treatment access. You are likely to be asked to remove some items of clothing so sports bras are recommended for women, both men and women are asked to wear shorts to your appointment if your legs are being worked on (I don’t want you walking around in your underwear… please and thank you).

When booking, an you’ll have the option to pay via stripe or paypal

A spinal adjustment, also known as a spinal manipulation or joint manipulation is done to improve spinal motion and thus improve your bodies physical function. These “adjustments” are done at the end of the session following work on your muscles and facia (connective tissue) for the most effectiveness. read more here.

It’s not recommended for a pregnant woman that is past her first tri-mester to book a treatment, instead I would recommend a pregnancy massage (not a service we provide).

This is definitely possible, just drop us a message we can organise this. Contact us here.

Traditional sports massage has it’s rightful place, however we think of our practice as an advanced sports massage clinic. Our main focus is to get you out of specific pains and to do that we utilise tools and techniques that allow us to best help you, find out about our techniques here.

We don’t push for block bookings as we believe our treatments will get you back to living your life with as few a session as possible. But we’re happy to see you regularly if you need/want to.

All the treatments are safe as they are non intrusive, think of them as an advanced sports massage with the use of tools for a more effective treatment.

Althought the treatments are safe to perform on children (10+), a doctors referral and parental permission is required, a guardian would be expected to be present also. Having said that, we prefer to work with young adults up (16+), the muskuloskeletal issues we work with are common with adults.

Following a sessions, you can expect some redness in the area that has been worked and some soreness for a couple of days.

I’m afraid not. To be able to offer the best possible service, we only offer at location services.

Currently, we do not. This may change in the future but currently just one male member of staff. Get to know Irshaad here.

If you’re a regular gym goer or athlete regularly putting your body through it’s paces, it’s smart to have regular maintenance sessions but how often is down to you, listen to your body, some weeks may be tougher than others.

We can’t claim to be able to get you completely out of pain in one session, but we always try to get the best possible results from a single session.

If we feel more sessions would be required, we’d advise as such but we also provide appropriate exercises following the session to maintain or continue the rehabilitation process.