A Hot Oil Relaxing massage has a calming effect on the body and mind, and may be helpful in reducing pain, joint stiffness and stress levels, as well as improving general wellbeing.

During a Hot Oil massage, the skin is warmed and the blood drawn to the surface, increasing circulation and encouraging the elimination of toxins from the body, which can speed up recovery time from illness or injury.

The manipulation of the muscles continues the process, whilst at the same time releasing tense knotted muscles by dispersing the build up of lactic acid which often occurs after exercise.

Hot Oil Relaxing massage is a good choice when you want to fully relax during a massage.

Classic Siam Thai Massage are accredited with over 50 national health funds, however we do not have a HICAPS facility and do not have accreditation for Medibank, ahm or HCF. Please note that due to health fund policy, only Remedial massage may be claimed for health fund rebates.

Deep tissue / remedial massage is a hard and firm therapy that works right into your muscle knots to release toxins in muscles, as well as focusing on ligaments and tendons that may feel tense, tired or inflamed.

This treatment targets the deeper layers of muscle and surrounding connective tissues, and can assist with a range of conditions. However, the experience can be very different to what you might imagine when you think about massages.

People typically see a remedial massage therapist for:

• Chronic muscle pain
• Injury rehabilitation and athletic recovery
• Repetitive strain injuries (RSIs) such as carpal tunnel syndrome.
• Osteoarthritis
• Postural difficulties
• Tennis elbow
• Sciatica
• Limited mobility
• Lower back pain
• Breaking up scar tissue

In all of these instances the main aims of deep tissue massage are to lessen discomfort and pain, as well as increasing your body’s capacity to heal itself.

Deep tissue / remedial massage aims to assist with pain and discomfort, however it is likely you will feel muscle soreness afterwards. This is most often the case when you do not have a regular remedial massage, and your muscles have subsequently not been targeted for some time. This post-massage pain is the result of soft tissue bruising, and is nothing to worry about. It will recover soon.

If you do not like this sensation, please do not book a remedial massage – consider a relaxing oil massage instead.

Deep tissue / remedial massage for the first time, or after a long break may cause a reaction similar to how your muscles react to the first gym workout after a long break. The bruising or discoloration that sometimes appears after a deep tissue massage is due to collection of blood under the skin or inside the muscles. The delicate blood vessels get ruptured due to the pressure applied during a massage.

As everyone’s body is different, and we all have different pain thresholds, what is ‘not enough’ pressure for some can be ‘very painful’ for others. Please ensure you communicate the most comfortable pressure levels with your therapist both before and during the massage, and be prepared for the muscle soreness that may arise following a deep tissue massage – otherwise you may experience muscle discomfort in the days following your massage.

Here are some tips to make the most of this treatment.

Relax

Knowing that your deep tissue massage might cause some pain can understandably make you nervous. However, try to relax.

Bear in mind that the temporary soreness that can come from this massage therapy is all working to help alleviate the longer term discomfort that you’ve been experiencing. There are many benefits of deep tissues massages, especially when it comes to chronic pain.

Please note that when it comes to working on skeletal / spinal problems, we are not doctors or chiropractors, and our therapists do not work on your skeletal / spinal region.  As such, you should seek appropriate support.

Drink plenty of water

Massage helps stimulate the circulation of blood and the lymphatic system inside your body. This means bringing important nutrients and oxygen to your muscles, as well as assisting with cleansing cells of toxins. However, to perform these functions effectively, your blood needs water.

Massage by warm coconut oil will move you into a place of deep relaxation.

With flowing movements and gentle muscle manipulations, this treatment will relax your body and mind, and leave a beautiful aroma on your skin. Coconut oil seeps into the skin pores, moisturising deeply and thoroughly without leaving residue.

Hot Stone Massage therapy melts away tension, eases muscle stiffness and increases circulation and metabolism. Hot stone massage therapy promotes deeper muscle relaxation through the placement of smooth heated stones at key points on the body.

Thai Massage is a combination of acupressure and yoga-like stretching techniques. Your therapist will use thumb, palm, elbow and knee pressure, combined on your muscles, pressure points and energy lines to clear energy blockages and balance the body’s energy flow. Thai massage does not use oil.

Foot massage puts pressure on specific points of the feet and includes massage on the lower legs with Thai balm.

A foot massage may help improve circulation, remove toxins, stimulate lymphatic drainage, boost your immune system, reduce stiffness, improve flexibility, assist the healing process and relieve stress.

Reconnect with the purely relaxing shared experience of a Classic Siam Couples Massage. Put some special time aside, and treat your loved one or best friend to an indulgence shared, relaxing together in the ambience of Classic Siam Thai Massage’s beautiful couples room.

* For Couples Massage online bookings, please book two identical appointments under your name – this ensures two therapists will be available for your appointment.

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A Classic Siam facial treatment includes cleaning, facial scrub and a relaxing face massage, plus a rejuvenating face mask for 60 minute+ treatments.

A Classic Siam Body Scrub is a powerful way to rejuvenate your body, keep your skin looking young and healthy, and exfoliate and detox your skin by using a natural scrub product, then a moisturising and deeply relaxing gentle massage with aroma oil, to make your skin silky smooth.