Business Details
20 Years
experience
Professional Massage Therapists in Banbury
Thai Relax is a professional massage therapy service with over two decades of expertise in holistic treatments. Our founder, Nitchakan 'Mary', combines traditional Thai techniques with Western methodologies to deliver bespoke therapeutic experiences. With qualifications from ITEC and specialist training in Indian Head, Thai Foot, and Deep Tissue massage, we offer treatments tailored to individual needs. Our services address conditions like lower back pain, sciatica, and joint issues, with clients reporting improved circulation and mobility.We prioritise hygiene and comfort, implementing strict health protocols to ensure client safety. With experience gained in Thailand and the UK, including private yacht therapy sessions, we provide both relaxation and targeted pain relief through techniques like warm bamboo and Thai herbal steam massage.
Services
Thai Traditional Massage
Pregnancy Massage
Foot Massage
Indian Head Massage
Warm Bamboo Massage
Details
- Year established: 2006
Highlights and features
- We have over 20 years of experience in holistic massage therapy across the UK and Thailand
- Our bespoke service combines traditional Thai techniques with Western methodologies
- Specialist training in Indian Head, Thai Foot, and Deep Tissue massage therapies
- Strict hygiene protocols including mask wearing and temperature checks
- Clients report improved circulation, posture, and pain relief after treatments
Associations and certifications
- ITEC
What people say
Wonderfully balanced massage
Felt great straight away
Services
Thai Traditional Massage
This ancient therapy combines acupressure and yoga-like stretching to improve energy flow. Using hands, elbows, and knees, our therapists apply rhythmic pressure to release muscle tension and enhance flexibility. Ideal for relieving chronic pain and promoting deep relaxation through traditional techniques passed down from Thai temple practices.
Pregnancy Massage
Specifically designed for expectant mothers from five months gestation, this treatment uses gentle pressure point techniques to alleviate discomfort. Combining mini-facial, Indian head, and foot massage elements, it addresses common pregnancy-related issues like back pain and swelling while promoting circulation and emotional wellbeing through tailored therapeutic approaches.
Warm Bamboo Massage
Utilising heated bamboo canes of varying sizes, this unique treatment delivers deep tissue stimulation through rolling and kneading motions. The warmth penetrates muscles to release tension, improve circulation, and restore mobility. Developed through five years of specialist practice, this technique offers both invigorating and deeply relaxing effects for chronic muscle conditions.
Thai Foot Massage
Based on traditional reflexology principles, this treatment applies targeted pressure to foot meridians to stimulate corresponding body systems. Using wooden rollers and thumb techniques, it addresses energy blockages to improve lymphatic drainage, reduce stress, and enhance overall wellbeing through the body's natural healing processes.
Indian Head Massage
This focused treatment targets the head, neck, and shoulder areas to relieve tension headaches and eye strain. Using rhythmic movements and acupressure points, it promotes blood circulation to the scalp while releasing muscular knots accumulated from stress or poor posture through concentrated therapeutic manipulation.
People
Nitchakan 'Mary'
Founder & Lead Therapist
Qualified ITEC Holistic Massage therapist with 20+ years' experience in Thailand and the UK. Specialises in traditional Thai techniques, warm bamboo therapy, and pregnancy massage. Holds advanced training in Indian Head and Thai Foot massage, with maritime therapy experience aboard private yachts in the Aegean Sea.
Questions
What massage techniques do you specialise in?
We specialise in Thai traditional massage, warm bamboo therapy, pregnancy massage, Indian head massage, and foot reflexology techniques developed through 20+ years of practice.
Are your treatments suitable for medical conditions?
Our therapies address musculoskeletal issues like back pain, sciatica, and joint problems. We adapt techniques for individual needs while advising against treatment during first trimester pregnancy.
How should I prepare for a session?
Wear loose clothing, avoid eating 60 minutes beforehand, and arrive ready to discuss any specific requirements with our therapist before your tailored treatment begins.
Do you offer mobile massage services?
Yes, we provide pregnancy massage treatments at client locations while maintaining our professional standards of hygiene and therapeutic effectiveness during home visits.
What hygiene measures are in place?
We implement mask wearing, temperature checks, hand sanitisation, and enhanced ventilation protocols to ensure client safety during all massage therapy sessions.
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