FAQ:
Where did I qualify..
I trained at the Watpho Thai traditional Medical School in Bangkok
What should I expect during my
visit?
Traditional Thai massage is usually done on a padded mat on the floor.
No
oil is applied, so you are fully dressed. Lemongrass Therapy provide a change of
clothes for the massage.
Whilst traditional oil massage in on a table
with minimal clothing (You have under wear on you will then be covered with towels at no point will you be naked).
A typical Thai massage is 60 minutes to two hours long.
Easy it easy to book?
Yes Either send us a text / email or use the booking widget found on all the page of this site. The latter lets you see immediately what availability I have.
Can I get an appointment the same day.
Yes, however it is not a guarantee, currently many days such as Friday and Sunday are booked up weeks in advance.
Can I have a massage if I have a cold or recently been ill.
We have many member of the public benefit from our treatments and it would be remiss of us to let ourselves and or them catch your cold. We reserve the right to decline treatment on arrival.
Massage can not cure Colds, please respect yourselves and other and re-arrange your booking
What conditions is Thai massage used
for?
Many people find that Thai
massage has the following benefits:
- relaxes
- reduces stress
- improves circulation
- increases energy
- increases flexibility
- improves range of motion
- centers the mind and
body
Precautions
Massage is not recommended for certain
people:
- infectious skin disease, rash, or
open wounds
- immediately after surgery
- immediately after chemotherapy or
radiation, unless recommended by your doctor
- prone to blood clots. There is a
risk of blood clots being dislodged. If you have heart disease, check with your
doctor before having a massage
- pregnant women should check with
their doctor first if they are considering getting a massage. Massage in
pregnant women should be done by massage therapists who are certified in
pregnancy massage.
- massage should not be done
directly over bruises, inflamed skin, unhealed wounds, tumors, abdominal hernia,
or areas of recent fractures.
Additional
tips
- Don’t eat a heavy meal before the
massage
- Be sure that your massage
therapist has your complete health history, because people with certain
conditions should not have Thai massage.
- If you feel discomfort at any
time, let your massage therapist know.
