Mike has been brilliant for me. He took great care getting to know my body during the consultation before my first massage, past breakages, current stresses etc and took time to reread and update my notes on my second visit. He asked what I wanted out of the therapy and made sure that all of the work performed on me was tailored exactly to my requirements i.e pain relief, tension relief, increased flexibility, release and breakdown of toxins, understanding my body etc. I drive a rickshaw. It is extremely intense physical work and often leaves me in a lot of pain. As such, I'm well muscled but Mike's a big guy and I was putty in his expert hands. The massage he gave me was like work yet enjoyable and hugely beneficial. Mike was very thorough. He talked me through everything. Asked me to gauge pressure on a numbered scale. He always followed pain to the root cause, sometimes to my astonishment. It really is all connected and Mike's knowledge of the human body is impeccable. After the massage I was shown pictures of some of the more interesting muscles he'd worked on. He demonstrated a few exercises for me to continue with and helped me to do them correctly before I left. I rely on my body for work. Both times I've seen Mike I've seen it as an investment and one that's certainly paid off. It's such good value for money. That man earns every penny through expertise, sheer physical work and by creating an atmosphere that put me at ease from start to finish whilst maintaining perfect professional conduct. Since my first session I have been joyfully referring anybody who will listen to Keystone Therapies as Mike has helped me so much and I will continue to do so. read more

I bumped into mike while flying for my show towards the end of the Edinburgh Fringe Festival. It had been a long month performing a particularly physical role every day. My background is in Dance (ballet & contemporary) and Movement (Laban & Lecoq). Mike has a very calm, open and friendly manner and his professionalism is relaxing in its self. We discussed my medical history, any injuries and also the the movement practices I'm involved with, this helped Mike to make an assessment of what i might need most and where to work in order for me to get the most out of the time. He communicates throughout the massage working intensely and deeply but always to the threshold of the individual. The massage its self was tailored based on our discussion before hand and then according to where mike could feel particular areas of tension. This was fantastic as there were places I didn't realise were tight until Mike worked on them and the release afterwards was incredible. His knowledge of the muscular systems of the body and where pain/tension may originate was impressive. Working on one area that would in turn release another. This is a deep massage with lasting results, it is relaxing but it is more importantly effective. Mike also gave me some specific exercises to do in order to maintain some of the work he had done during the massage. These were new stretches that i have now incorporated into my daily practice and have made a difference already. I just wish he was based in london so i could go more regularly! But i will definitely be back when Im next up at the festival. HIghly Highly Recommended read more

I highly recommend Michael of Keystone Therapies. Michael knows anatomy better than any other masseur or masseuse I've ever worked with. This helps him both with assessing your problem, and with treatment. I first had back problems 14 years ago when I was working in California. I went to chiropractors and physiotherapists, and learned some exercises. I also started going to yoga. Collectively, all of these helped me a great deal. However, few months ago, during a period of high stress and working at the computer, I got hit by a really intense bout of what my GP called "non-specific back pain". It's crazy how serious and debilitating this can be! Michael is like a detective. He worked with me to figure out what was going on. Michael assessed my problem with a careful interview ahead of time. During treatment, he asked about the intensity of pain I felt in different places so that he hone in on the problem. Furthermore, Michael has an amazing ability to loosen muscles without hammering on them. I am happy getting a hard massage, but sometimes can leave you sore. Michael knows how and where to work tight muscles so that they "release" without so much punishment. I felt a lot less "worked" than with some other masseurs, but the benefit was greater. Michael gave me insight into what was going on. Not only did I feel much better after my sessions with him, but he recommended some exercises. I have changed my yoga practice because of what I learned from him. That said, Michael is very cautious of his limitations. He is professional, caring, and considerate. read more

I've been receiving therapeutic massage for decades, to deal with damage sustained in various accidents; so I've encountered many styles and practitioners of massage and physiotherapy. Recently, I've been travelling, in North Africa and other areas; camping, carrying bags and using public transport. I'd not had a massage for months, and arrived at Mike's Edinburgh clinic really in need of assistance, with neck/shoulder pain and loss of function in my hands. Though now retired, I also worked as a professional remedial masseuse for many years. So I am pretty picky about who works on me, and their skill levels. I'm not interested in fancy spas or lightweight work. Thankfully, the hosts of the guesthouse where I was staying recommended Mike at Keystone Therapies. I've read the reviews below and I'm not surprised they are all so positive. He really is excellent, certainly one of the best I've encountered anywhere, and I'm happy to recommend him in turn. As an earlier reviewer noted, it's worth its weight in gold to find a practitioner who can achieve effective assessment and significant results on the first treatment. If I lived in the area, Mike would certainly be the one I would see regularly. read more

Due to a very demanding and stressful job, I have found myself having a lot of tension and stress related issues. My head, neck, back and shoulders were in a terrible state. I found that it was beginning to interfere with my work and general quality of life. I am delighted to have found Keystone Therapies. Situated right at my doorstep, Michael has been able to pin point my areas of stress. Professional and knowledgable, Michael has literally unlocked the tension and has given me back a healthy and stress free body. With each session, Michael enquires about what areas of the body needs work. By applying pressure, wheter light of deep, Michael literally kneads out all the klinks and bumps. I intend to continue to with Keystone Therapies. I cannot reccomend Michael enough. If you are feeling out of sorts, a bit bruised or need to reconnect with yourself, then give him a shout. You will not be disappointed. read more

First of all I want to say I have seen many massage therapists over the years. Nobody however compares with Mikey at Keystone therapies. Not only he is a very professional and talented massage therapist but he goes beyond the call of duty to help resolve whatever problem you may go to him for. Personally I went to see Mikey for debilitating back pain. With one session my pain was gone. I enjoyed his approach so much I went back every week for months and received a personalized program of massage that met my very specific needs. He even gave me exercises that would help me prevent my problems in future. I would strongly recommend him to anyone who is looking for someone reliable , friendly and capable. read more

As a tightwire walker, my body is my job and when I'm on tour finding a good body worker is like finding gold. I had a massage with Mike while in Edinburgh performing with NoFit State Circus at the Fringe Festival. I had a pretty good idea of what areas needed help, but Mike worked with me in finding out what my body needed and how to get the most out of my massage. He encouraged ongoing feedback to gauge pressure and intensity. Mike is a masseur for those wanting productive body work, not necessarily relaxing massage. I came to him feeling pretty battered after a long run of shows but the next day my body felt ready to go again. read more

Mike's holistic knowledge of the human body and how it is interconnected is apparent right from the start when he spends time to understand your injuries and medical history. He communicated well throughout the massage and continually checked that he was applying the right amount of pressure. I immediately felt benefit following the massage and Mike then took the time to review where we were at and recommend some stretches that would further facilitate my healing. Thanks Mike. I look forward to our next session. read more

I had my first massage with Mike last week and I was really impressed - he is a real professional. Besides working out my entire body over an hour and a half, he taught me a great deal about my anatomy and was able to explain to me where my discomfort originates from. I feel like my body awareness has increased significantly. He also showed me some stretches and exercises to work particular muscle groups. I am really looking forward to my next session and can highly recommend him! read more