My much-needed self maintenance visit to The Massage Company

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When I was contacted by The Massage Company to visit one of their branches and review the experience, I was excited. 

I selected the Sutton Coldfield branch and decided to coincide it with a wonderful family trip away. I’d also won a photo shoot in a competition. This mummy was finally receiving some much needed pamper time, and I couldn’t wait. 

Upon arrival, the representative I met at reception was warm, friendly and very knowledgeable about the packages they had on offer. She also had extensive knowledge about what someone may need to maintain those aches and pains. Let’s face it, we all have them. These days, I have a lot of them.

My physical needs when booking

Being hunched over a laptop, picking up an almost-three-year-old, and playing with them in awkward positions all day, certainly takes its toll on your body. Not to mention the unexpected strains on the back, such as changing a nappy in the back of a car because a shop has no toilets. Mum life really does physically impact you!

Following my c section, which worsened my pre-existing lower back problems, I needed relaxation and a technique that would alleviate my tension. Therefore I opted for the deep tissue massage. 

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Surroundings

When entering the building it felt a little more clinical than what I’m used to. Which is a good thing. Where I live, the only options for a relaxing massage are hotels with spas or health club chains. To opt for an alternative, you’d have to book a physio appointment. Although I ache, a lot, I wouldn’t ever think I needed physio. My visit to The Massage Company made have made me think twice about that.

What I experienced at The Massage Company was great in-between, and just what I was looking for. Generic rooms, a bright airy feel, friendly staff. In the actual massage room, there was a touch of relaxation. I loved the automatic diffuser (I want to buy one now) and the relaxing music. But the rest of the setup was catered towards a more scientific approach to curing those aches and pains.

A great balance of both clinical knowledge and relaxation was what I experienced and it was great!

A warm welcome and pre-checks

The consultation form was catered for my individual needs. I could select pressure type, where I didn’t want the therapist to touch and what areas of my body to focus on. And the massage therapist was just as lovely as the representative at reception. I was made to feel very welcome, at ease and well within my comfort zone.

Let’s be real, taking all your clothes off and a stranger touching you, is daunting. I remember going for my first massage and fearing the unknown. Therefore, a provider must make its clients feel at ease. I would say this is the main thing I look for when booking with a massage provider again.

The actual massage

The massage table was the most comfortable I’ve encountered, simply because it was geared towards getting the muscles in the right place, to get the most out of your time there. 

What I love the most about the place are the packages and membership. It’s an amazing idea to find a way to regularly keep up with body maintenance. You can either pay monthly or pay a slightly higher monthly premium to pause your direct debit. 

The lovely representative at reception explained couples often share memberships and visit on alternative months. Upon looking at the booking system after I left, it’s so easy to click on a time slot and the therapist you want to see. I could imagine sitting at work, thinking, oh yeah I have my bi-monthly massage coming up. I could do with it this week, let’s log on to book. How amazing? When we all have such busy lives, this is a great booking system.

Why would someone want physical maintenance for muscles?

Whilst sitting in reception, I was advised it becomes more about body maintenance for clients, rather than fixing the deep aches someone is experiencing. My only gripe is that we don’t have a branch nearer to where we live. My hubby has a physical job and upon ending my recent visit, I booked him a physio appointment straightaway. I realised the benefits this experience gave me and I felt sorry for his sore, tired muscles. Despite going to our local physio, I just know he would get more out of an appointment with The Massage Company. I hope they open a branch further up north. Please?

The Aftermath

Following the massage, I did ache for about a week. However, I think this is down to the fact I haven’t kept up with body maintenance and my aches and pulled muscles were in bad condition. I am now mindful of keeping up to this, to reduce the pressure on my body and ease the stress I carry around with me.

The massage therapist did warn me about particular sore spots and it was all the areas I suffer the most. She also confirmed my muscles were tight and I would be in pain following the treatment.

Summary

For now, if we’re ever in the area again (I plan to be after our wonderful trip!), I will be carving out some time to visit the Sutton Coldfield branch. And going for a cheeky coffee in one of the amazing little coffee shops nearby. 

We must make self-care a priority in our lives and The Massage Company provide a simple, easy and affordable way to do it. 

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That’s all from me today.

I hope you enjoyed reading about my experience with The Massage Company.

Have you heard of them before? Have you visited? Let me know in the comments below. I would love to hear from you.

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