Massage London

Core Physio provides personalised massage in London for people looking to ease muscular tension, support recovery and move more comfortably. Whether you train regularly, spend long hours at a desk, are recovering after physical activity or simply feel stiff and uncomfortable, your massage treatment can be tailored to your body, lifestyle and goals.

At Core Physio, massage therapy is never treated as a one-size-fits-all service. Our therapists take time to understand where you are experiencing discomfort, how it affects your daily life and what you would like to achieve. Your treatment can then focus on the areas requiring the most attention, using an appropriate level of pressure and a combination of hands-on techniques.

Our full range of massage treatments is available at our London Bridge clinic, while Sports Massage is also available at East Dulwich.

Massage Treatments Available in London

Choosing the right type of massage depends on your symptoms, lifestyle and what you would like to achieve. Some people want support with training and recovery, while others are looking for help with persistent muscular tightness, restricted movement, everyday aches or jaw tension.

Our London massage services include Sports Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Soft Tissue Therapy and specialist Buccal Massage. Your therapist can help you choose the most appropriate treatment during your initial consultation.

Sports Massage

Sports Massage is not only for professional athletes. It can be suitable for anyone who exercises regularly, has a physically demanding job or experiences muscular tightness caused by repetitive movement or activity.

Treatment may focus on areas that feel overloaded, stiff or fatigued, helping to support recovery between training sessions and maintain comfortable movement. The pressure and techniques used will be adapted to your needs rather than following a fixed routine.

For more detailed information, visit our Sports Massage guide.

Sports Massage is available at London Bridge and East Dulwich.

Deep Tissue Massage

Deep Tissue Massage uses slower, more focused techniques to address persistent areas of muscular tension. It may be suitable when muscles feel chronically tight, uncomfortable or difficult to relax.

The pressure is always adapted to you. A deeper massage should feel purposeful rather than unnecessarily painful, and your therapist will check that you remain comfortable throughout the appointment.

Deep Tissue Massage is available at our London Bridge clinic.

Soft Tissue Therapy

Soft Tissue Therapy focuses on the muscles, tendons and other soft tissues that contribute to movement. Treatment may include massage, stretching and other hands-on techniques selected according to your individual needs.

It may be helpful when muscular tension, stiffness or restricted movement affects your work, exercise or everyday activities. Soft Tissue Therapy can also complement a wider rehabilitation or physiotherapy programme.

Soft Tissue Therapy is available at our London Bridge clinic.

Buccal Massage for TMJ and Jaw Tension

Buccal Massage is a specialist treatment for tension affecting the jaw and surrounding facial muscles. It may be considered for people experiencing jaw tightness, facial tension, teeth clenching or symptoms associated with the temporomandibular joint, commonly known as the TMJ.

Treatment can involve external facial massage and, where appropriate and fully explained beforehand, carefully performed intraoral techniques using gloves. Your therapist will explain every part of the treatment and ensure that you remain comfortable throughout.

Buccal Massage is available at our London Bridge clinic.

How Massage Therapy May Help

Muscular tension can build gradually through exercise, physical work, stress, posture or repeated movements. You may notice stiffness when turning your head, tightness after training, discomfort after sitting for long periods or a general feeling that your body is not moving as freely as usual.

Massage therapy may help to:

• Reduce muscular tightness and stiffness
• Support recovery after exercise or physical activity
• Encourage more comfortable movement and flexibility
• Ease everyday aches associated with muscular tension
• Promote relaxation and a greater sense of wellbeing
• Complement physiotherapy and rehabilitation
• Highlight areas that may benefit from further assessment

Massage can be useful as an occasional treatment when tension develops or as part of a wider plan for managing recurring muscular tightness. Your therapist can discuss a suitable approach based on your symptoms, how you respond to treatment and how frequently the tension returns.

Which Massage Treatment Should I Choose?

You do not need to know exactly which type of massage you require before booking. Your therapist will discuss your symptoms, activity levels and goals before adapting the appointment to your needs.

The following guide explains some of the main differences between the massage treatments available at Core Physio.

When you arrive, your therapist will ask about your symptoms, medical history, activity levels and treatment goals. They can then adapt your treatment or advise whether a different Core Physio service would be more appropriate.

What Happens During a Massage Appointment?

Your massage appointment begins with a short consultation. This gives you an opportunity to explain what you have been experiencing, where you feel tension and whether particular movements or activities aggravate your symptoms.

Your therapist will explain the proposed treatment and may assess how the affected area moves before beginning. You remain in control throughout the appointment and can ask for the pressure, position or technique to be adjusted at any time.

Depending on the treatment and the area being addressed, you may be asked to remove some clothing. You will always be given privacy, and towels will be used appropriately. Wearing comfortable clothing can be helpful, particularly when movement or stretching may form part of the session.

After treatment, your therapist may provide simple advice about movement, recovery or managing the affected area between appointments. Where appropriate, they may also suggest physiotherapy or another service for further assessment.

Massage and Physiotherapy

Massage and physiotherapy can work well together, but they are not identical services.

Massage primarily focuses on soft-tissue tension, comfort, relaxation and recovery. Physiotherapy includes a broader clinical assessment of pain, injury, strength and movement, followed by an individual treatment and rehabilitation plan.

A physiotherapy assessment may be more appropriate when you have:

• A new or unexplained injury
• Severe or worsening pain
• Significant weakness or loss of movement
• Numbness, tingling or other neurological symptoms
• Pain that repeatedly returns
• Symptoms that have not improved with rest or massage

Where necessary, our team can help guide you towards the most appropriate Core Physio service for your symptoms and goals.

Massage in London Bridge and East Dulwich

Core Physio provides a range of massage treatments in London. Our full massage service is available at our London Bridge clinic, while Sports Massage is also available at East Dulwich.

Massage London Bridge

Our Massage London Bridge service includes Sports Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Soft Tissue Therapy and Buccal Massage for TMJ and jaw tension.

Visit the London Bridge massage page for clinic-specific therapists, address, opening hours, treatment availability and online booking.

Sports Massage East Dulwich

Our Sports Massage East Dulwich service provides personalised treatment for muscular tension, training and exercise recovery.

Visit the East Dulwich service page for local therapists, clinic information, opening hours and appointment availability.

Frequently Asked Questions About Massage

Where can I book massage in London?

Our full range of massage treatments is available through our Massage London Bridge service. Sports Massage East Dulwich is also available for people who prefer our East Dulwich clinic.

Do I need to play sport to have a Sports Massage?

No. Sports Massage can be suitable for anyone experiencing muscular tightness related to exercise, physical work or repetitive activity. You do not need to be a professional athlete or regularly compete in sport.

Is Deep Tissue Massage painful?

Deep Tissue Massage can feel firm and focused, but it should not be unbearably painful. Your therapist will adapt the pressure and encourage you to provide feedback throughout the session. The treatment is available through our Deep Tissue Massage London Bridge service.

How often should I have a massage?

This depends on your symptoms, activity level and goals. Some people book an occasional appointment when muscular tension develops, while others include massage within a regular training or recovery routine. Your therapist can advise you after discussing and assessing your needs.

Can massage help with back or neck tension?

Massage may help when back or neck discomfort is associated with muscular tension or stiffness. Persistent, severe or unexplained symptoms may require a physiotherapy or medical assessment.

What should I wear to my massage appointment?

Wear comfortable clothing. Depending on the treatment area, you may be asked to remove some clothing, but your privacy and comfort will always be respected.

Can I have massage while receiving physiotherapy?

In many cases, yes. Massage can complement physiotherapy and rehabilitation, although your therapist or physiotherapist should advise whether it is appropriate for your particular condition and treatment plan.

Which massage treatments are available at London Bridge?

Our London Bridge massage service includes Sports Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Soft Tissue Therapy and Buccal Massage.

Book a Massage in London

Whether you want to recover after exercise, manage persistent muscular tightness or move with greater comfort, our massage therapists will tailor your appointment to your individual needs. Choose our London Bridge massage service or, for Sports Massage, our East Dulwich service to view local therapists and appointment availability.