I've always loved Karada, and I was very excited to avail of their service again after 5 years -- that's how long positive effect of bone realignment stays. I did AP Balance + Body Treatment today and felt a lot of pressure in my neck released and took my headache away. I only did an hour-long so it felt short, I feel like there's still some back pain left and that I need to do additional realignment. I'll be back soon for sure especially because I purchased their GCs which are at 20% off now. read more

First time was 6/15/2019, Had the 60 minute massage for 1595,massage was good. Only problem was right after the massage therapist mark was signaling and insinuating me leave amd settle, i dont know if its protocol or what.. So i settled and leave, after walking for i few minutes i had a massive headache had to take a grab home, therapist should've let me rest,..I'll probably not return to this branch although the experience of massage was great, will probably try some other branches to compare read more

Karada - Medical Spas Near Me - Makati, NCR

I was actually looking for a chiropractor center in Makati after my long travel from Norway, when I came across this type of treatment since I was staying nearby. With a very limited time, I gave it a go and booked for an AP session and a foot treatment. Boy, I really slept well that night and booked for the follow up body treatment the day after before I left for Bataan. I aslo booked for the next AP when I come back to Manila. Pity that they only have a couple of clinics in Manila and Makati area. I wish they expand world wide too. read more

If you're looking for a legitimate massage like you'd get at a spa or a Nuat Thai, forget going to Karada. If it wasn't obvious from their flyers or the murals of the human skeletal and muscular system on the walls, Karada ain't no spa or massage place. Karada, in Japanese, means body. As in literally, body.The aim of this place isn't to relax you like most spas do. It's more of a visit with your chiropractor and less with a massage therapist. I'm saying this now because I didn't actually pay attention to what the lady was saying beforehand, and I was fully expecting a nice massage (boy was I wrong). The doctor had me stretching every which way, and put my limberness (or lack there of) to the test). She even put me on this bed to realign my hips (I just shrugged and went on it..). I nearly shouted when I felt the lower part of the bed shift down. And she repeated that several times before making me reach for my toes. To my surprise, it was actually easier this time! How interesting, this hip realignment thing. (And i'm just 22, dear lord.) I'm definitely going to visit them in the future! read more

I've had this chronic pain in my lower back for longer than I care to admit. I'd often consider doing something about it, but I thought it may just be a waste of mine and the doctors' time--almost everyone has some kind of body pain, right? I thought maybe I should just deal with it. So for years I did. Until one day, I decided to deal with it for good. I'd always walked past these bright orange Karada outlets with the Japanese signs and the life-sized skeletons on display (that, for some reason, seem curiously friendly to me), and following a recommendation I made time to walk in. I felt for the life of me that I was about to get a Brazilian. The place looks much more like a spa than a health center, although I can't say I was complaining. The entire store was tidy, quiet, well-cooled, and all-in-all relaxing. And the best part? They cured me. I don't know how else to say it. The friendly people at Karada knew exactly how to treat what ailed me, and worked on it professionally, leaving me with a rejuvenated spine and helpful information to take with me. Got body pain? Karada it out. You might be surprised! Visit them at Greenbelt 1 and a handful of other locations today. read more

I had my first treatment last night after hours and hours or travel and traffic. I was right and had a nagging pain in My left side / back area. I felt soooo good after my adjustment and massage. Relaxed. Loose. And ready for a good nights rest. I'll be returning in a few days for another treatment! read more

To hear my bones crack and release tensions you couldn't exactly pinpoint is probably one of the best sensations I could have experienced. I have a bit of an active yet stressful lifestyle and sometimes I just need a good propping to decompress and relax. I discovered Karada one time after shopping and I was so curious about the amount of Japanese people who were going inside and getting their treatments. I thought it was like a day spa but was happy to discover a new alternative to massages and get more than what I expected! For first timers, you start off with a consultation and you fill out a form that gives your therapist an idea of what needs to be addressed. Throughout the treatment they as you as well about your lifestyle and pain threshold so as not to hurt you too much. After some demonstrations on your limitations and physical discrepancies, you are given your treatment depending on the type you want to try out. Treatments range from an energizing 20 minutes, to a therapeutic 45 mins, to a Blissful 60-120 minutes. For first timers who would like to see and feel the full treatment, I would suggest the AP Special or the Atlas Pelvis (AP) and Body Treatment (BT) for at least one hour. For people who want to try a different and energizing foot massage, their Foot Treatment is a must try! Don't expect a relaxing treatment because you will feel the tensions in your muscles and bones being released when your therapist is working on your body. You can see some differences after the treatments but expect the next couple of days to release all the toxins and feel like you had a big workout. Should you be a little hesitant about the cracking and training of your local therapist you may also opt, for an added fee, for a treatment done by a Japanese Master Trainer. I've tried both and have experienced the same stress-releasing effect. Make sure to call ahead for an appointment as they can get booked. In Makati they also have three locations you can try. Definitely a treatment I would recommend for the brave who don't mind a little pain to gain some relief! read more

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I had an AP Balance treatment 3 days ago. I informed them that I just wanted a better body posture. However, they didn't tell me exactly what are the procedures and what are the side effects to be experienced after the procedure. Although I didnt ask, they could've at least told me that there was gonna be a neck manipulation and cervical manipulation. There are studies enumerating side effects of a chiropractic adjustment, and for me, I've experienced mild effects such as stiffness (neck) and soreness of my back. So be sure to know what are the side effects before having your spine adjusted. Or at least ask them before you proceed with it. read more

I LOVE THIS PLACE! Whenever I am in Manila I go out of my way to make an appointment here. The downside is that its tough to get a booking. But when you finally get in, they make your pain a distant memory. Firstly, this is a legit massage place. All the people who work there are certified nurses. When you come there they have you fill out a health assessment, primarily where are you hurting. They do a quick physical assessment then they give you an amazing massage. Following the massage, the nurse does a chiropractic adjustment with a drop down table. There is nowhere in America that has this kind of service. I wish they had Karada in Hawaiii so I could go there every day! read more

One of friends mentioned me this place, so I decided to try it. When I got there, they recommended me to get 1 hour AP massage, and I made an appointment at noon. So I arrived at there 10 minutes before and changed my clothes. Meantime so many people who came after me started their treatment first. I had to wait for 10 more minutes then a woman told me that I would need to wait for another 15 minutes. I had an appointment with my friend for lunch after this massage so I was concerned about delay. Then same woman told me that 45 minutes would be enough. At this point, I could not trust them anymore including their unprofessional matter etc. I am a half Japanese and I liked the concept of the Karada. I was very disappointed and I would not recommend this place!!! read more