Therapy
Massage.
Hands-on treatments from clinical therapists. We offer eleven treatments, including full-body massage, reflexology and lymphatic drainage.
What to expect.
Every treatment is hands-on and done by a clinical therapist. Each one is priced on its own, so you don't need to buy a block of sessions. Open any treatment below to see what it involves.
If you're not sure which to book, ring 083 867 2844 and we'll recommend one.
Treatments and prices.
A full-body massage using long strokes at a steady, moderate pressure. You lie on the table under towels, and only the area being worked on is uncovered. It's a good first booking if you don't know where to start.
Slower, firmer pressure on tight muscles, usually in the back, shoulders and hips. It can be a little uncomfortable, but it shouldn't hurt. We agree the pressure with you and change it whenever you ask.
Firmer massage and stretching on the areas your training works hardest. People book it before a big training session or the day after one. Tell us what you're training for and when.
The therapist uses warmed shells as well as their hands, so you get heat and pressure together. It's a good choice if you like a warmer, firmer massage.
The therapist uses thumb and finger pressure on your feet while you lie down. You only take off your shoes and socks. Reflexology is based on the idea that points on the feet link to the rest of the body. Most people find it very calming. VHI members may be able to claim some of the cost back.
Massage for the face, jaw and neck, using hands and tools such as jade rollers, gua sha stones and small facial cups. It's worth booking if you hold tension in your jaw. People often say they look fresher afterwards.
You stay seated and fully dressed while the therapist massages your scalp, neck and shoulders. It takes forty minutes, and you don't need to change.
This is massage for people who are having cancer treatment or have had it. It's given by a therapist trained in this work. The massage is lighter and slower, and planned around how you feel on the day. Speak to your medical team first, and tell us what stage of treatment you're at when you book.
Massage combined with suction cups. The cups are moved over the muscle and lift it up. They can leave round marks that fade over a few days, so keep this in mind if you have a wedding or a holiday coming up.
Very light, slow, rhythmic strokes, using about the weight of a hand. If you've had surgery or are under a consultant's care, check with your consultant or surgeon before you book.
Ninety minutes: a full-body massage that includes a face and head massage. It is our longest treatment.
Irish Life and Laya
Members may be able to claim back for massage, depending on the plan.
VHI
Members may be able to claim back for reflexology, depending on the plan.
Before you book
Check with your insurer what complementary therapy cover you have.
Your massage therapist.
Sandra has worked as a massage therapist since 2016 and is qualified in massage, reflexology and neuromuscular therapy. She spent four years in the spa at the five-star Cashel Palace Hotel before joining us.
Common questions.
Which one should I book?
Ring us and tell us what you'd like help with. We'll recommend a treatment.
Do I have to undress?
For massage, you undress to your underwear and lie under towels. Only the area being worked on is uncovered. For reflexology, you only take off your shoes and socks. For Indian head massage, you stay dressed. Your therapist will tell you what to do before you start.
Is it going to hurt?
Deep tissue can be a little uncomfortable, but it shouldn't hurt. We agree the pressure with you and change it whenever you ask.
How often should I come?
Whenever suits you. Some people book when they feel sore or tight from training. Others book a regular slot every two weeks.
Can I book it alongside the other therapies?
Yes, and many people do. Tell us what your week looks like and we'll help you space them out.
Is this a medical treatment?
No. It's a wellness treatment to help with tension, comfort and rest. We don't diagnose or treat medical conditions. If you're under a doctor's or other clinician's care, follow their advice and tell us before you book.
I'm recovering from an operation.
Talk to us and to whoever is looking after your recovery. We'll only go ahead if they agree. Please tell us about any older surgery too.
Can I book while pregnant?
Tell us when you book. Some treatments are suitable with changes and some aren't. If we're not sure, we'll ask you to check with your midwife or GP first.
What is the oncology cancer care massage?
It's massage for people who are having cancer treatment or have had it, given by a therapist trained in this work. It's lighter and slower, and adjusted to how you feel on the day. Speak to your medical team first, and tell us what stage of treatment you're at when you book.
Getting started
Not sure which treatment to book?
Ring 083 867 2844 and we'll recommend one.