physiotherapy for back pain, sciatica, neck and shoulder pain, sports and running injuries covered…read moreby all health insurance

One thing I've realized about London is that businesses located above street-level businesses often…read moretend to be nicer than those on street-level or worse, below street-level. As is the case with the Massage Centre. Booking was easy. I popped in one day and was able to get an appointment soon - the next day if I wanted. The space is clean and relaxing unlike other spas in the area (South Beach, Luminis (fka Dove Spa)) where the spa is loud and hectic and, god for bid, the therapy rooms are located below street-level and the constant creaking of floor boards completely ruins any therapy you are paying your hard earned cash for. My therapist was knowledgeable, used appropriate pressure, and provided me with stretching techniques to help reduce the stiffness and tension in my upper back. So, all of this was great. The other great thing about my therapist was that she did not pressure me to book massages every two weeks or even every month. She had a brain on her shoulders and understands how expensive a two-week massage regimen wold be. I mean, wouldn't we all get massages every two weeks if we could afford it? I bet Kim Kardashian gets a massage daily but you know what? I'm not Kim Kardashian. I'm just a normal person with bad posture from banging away on the computer writing Yelp reviews all damn day. Nothing ruins a relaxing experience more than being made to feel bad about not treating your body awesomely by getting massages every two weeks. And I'm happy to report that no one at TMC made me feel bad about not getting a massage every two weeks. So, thanks, TMC!

I threw my back out while visiting from Los Angeles. Peter made me feel at least 50% better which…read moreis a huge deal if you have a back that's gone out. He first checked to make sure that I hadn't thrown anything major and then proceeded to undo all the tension in my lower back, allowing me to be able to stand like a man not a penguin. Great staff and I felt very well cared for while in a very vulnerable position.

EXCELLENT little one stop complementary therapies stop. While I only took advantage of massage…read morewhile I was there, they also offer osteopathy, acupuncture, homeopathy, psychotherapy, counseling, hypnotherapy...you name it! Now, normally I'm not a new age junkie by any means. I want a GOOD massage from someone who I trust and with good solid qualifications. I saw Fiona, and she was beyond professional with magical fingers of extraordinary goodness. I never felt like they were going to try to get me into any mumbo jumbo that I wasn't comfortable with at all. I have an actual phobia of all things medical, so the touchy touchy by strangers isn't something I enjoy. (Well, I take that back, it probably depends on the stranger...*winkwink,nudgenudge*) I figure with all my anxiety about it, my rating counts for double, right? Anyhow, I highly recommend.

Another great massage at Rolle Therapy! I had a deep tissue massage and it was the best one yet…read more Ken is professional and knowledgeable about massage, the massage therapy here really works and ever since my first appointment I have noticed the improvement in my body. Rolle Therapy is in a good location (this one is opposite Whiteleys - I believe they also have a Farringdon location) and I'm much happier now the shoulder/back tension has gone. I would highly recommend a visit.

I have recommended this clinic to all my family and friends. Everyone's polite, friendly and…read moreprofessional. The clinic is spotlessly clean and well equipped. I've had acupuncture and colonics here on different occasions and the therapists are all excellent. Treatments have been very effective.

I went for a sport massage wth Joseph there two weeks ago and it was great. I am a gym goer - 4-5…read moretimes a week and was constantly sore for the last...erm year? Let's take a little step back.. When I was a kid we had a family masseuse and she was amazing, literally her hands did wonders to how you feel and how you look. And since I lived away from home I couldn't find that same feeling and tried expensive spas, cheap places - everything, so I was about to give up. Now, if you are like me - like deep tissue massage (I was practically raised on it) then you will absolutely love Joseph. Even I had to tell him to notch down the pressure a bit. And that never happened since I moved - I was always asking for more pressure and making every masseuse sweat with their work. The only downside is it's a bit cold inside - so just ask for extra blanket if you are cold. Sport massage for 1 hr cost £40 there - and I can't get wait to get mine again tonight! Funnily enough Joseph told me, he charges £70 for the same thing in another salon in Bank station area in the City. It's not a flashy, sleek place, it's a converted upper ground floor flat just 3-4 minutes walk from Wood Green station, but if you want cheap but quality treatment with nice staff - go there and you won't regret.

The receptionist is very good. The service is good. I bought some medicine from their store. Good…read moreexperience.

Went for reflexology and it was a terrible experience…read more I was so looking forward to this after walking in London for 4 days and my feet were begging for this. As I stumbled upon Chinatown I was psyched as I have had reflexology performed many times in Chinatown in NY and in other places. I thought this was pretty standard across the Chinese culture, but apparently not. Rooms were in the dungeon. Reflexology conducted on massage table. No music Unhappy masseuse There was no washing of the feet which is done at the beginning. She wore latex gloves which combined with oil was a wierd feeling and sound for that matter. Lastly, she spent more time massaging the bones on the top of my foot then anything else. Seriously the top of my foot was sore after and I felt no relief after. The only reason I did not give 1 star is for the following; I was able to negotiate the rate. My one daughters back massage was good, other daughter didn't know good from bad, and my wife's foot massage was ok although wierd in many respects but felt ok. There are many other places around so I strongly recommend trying another place.

I am a retired doctor and have been suffering from lower back pain for many years. I've had several…read moresurgeries, have metal plates in my lower back, and I've also undergone bypass surgery, so I'm very careful about who I trust to work on my body. I started seeing Lucas at Lucas Massage Therapy for regular sports massage, and it has made a real difference. He understands my medical history, always works safely around my lower back, and focuses on reducing tension in the surrounding muscles so I can stay as mobile and comfortable as possible. I live 25 minutes away and don't mind driving to Abbots Langley every week for treatment, because the results are worth it. My mobility has improved, my lower back feels less stiff, and I can manage day-to-day activities with more ease. Lucas has also given me excellent advice on posture, how to sit, stand and move better, and what to avoid so I don't make my back worse. For anyone dealing with chronic lower back pain, post-surgery stiffness or mobility issues, I can strongly recommend Lucas Massage Therapy.

I do a lot of running, rowing and CrossFit, and I also have a full-time office job with long Teams…read morecalls and hours of sitting. That combination left me with constant tightness and pain - especially in my legs, glutes, hip flexors, lower back, shoulders and neck. I see Lucas regularly at Lucas Massage Therapy for maintenance sports massage. We usually do one hour focused on my legs, glutes and hip flexors, and one hour on my upper back, shoulders and neck. It's made a big difference to how my body feels, both when I'm training and when I'm sitting at my desk. Lucas really understands how training and desk work affect the body. He works deeply but safely into tight areas like my calves, hamstrings, quads, IT band and glutes, as well as my upper back, shoulders and neck which get stiff from both heavy training and poor sitting posture. I've had a slipped disc, sciatica and several running injuries in the past, including calf pain, tight hamstrings, hip pain, neck & shoulder pain and lower back pain. Since seeing Lucas regularly, my running feels smoother, my recovery is quicker, and I've had far fewer flare-ups of sciatica, knee pain or Achilles/plantar fasciitis-type niggles. I highly recommend booking a Sports massage & Deep Tissue Massage with Lucas. His treatments keep me still training, recovering well and able to sit at my desk without constant pain. Lucas Massage Therapy in Abbots Langley (near Watford) has become an essential part of my routine to stay injury-free, mobile and performing at my best. It takes me around 45 minutes of driving to get my therapy appointments with Lucas but the results are absolutely worth the journey.