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spa massage and clinical massage. Which one should you choose?

Spa and Massage- Everything You Need to Know

By Andrew Siyabalawatte, 31/03/2025.

To answer this question bluntly, which do you feel you need? we narrow down the differences between the two below.

What Is A Spa Massage?

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Spa massages are general treatment sessions that aim to help you relax. Spa massage therapists, trained in the general art of massage, typically administer it with light to medium pressure massage. The level of expertise differs between a massage/soft tissue specialist and a spa therapist. Its primarily aims to provide relaxation and a sense of calm, ensuring you leave feeling relaxed in your posture.

What is the Difference Between Clinical Massage and a Spa Massage?

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Spa massages usually occur in a spa or resort environment, creating a positive, calming experience with soft lighting and soothing music. These sessions often include additional treatments like body scrubs, mud applications, and head, hand, and foot treatments.

Clinical massage usually occur in a clinic, office or hospital environment and the therapists typically focus on pain relief of your posture, and the healing of soft tissue through soft tissue manipulation massage.

Massage therapists undergo extensive training in posture massage, work towards certifications, and complete multiple exams as required by their governing body.

Massage and Relaxation

An image depicting a person receiving a massage, looking relaxed and relieved of stress.

The purpose of a posture massage varies depending on the typeof your posture, it can be to treat a medical condition, enhance the body’s healing capacity, or relieve everyday stress.

The Key Reason To Choose Clinical Massage Over A Spa Massage

This personalized approach ensures that your treatment is tailored to your specific needs, leading to effective results in your posture.

Natalia, our posture massage specialist applying superficial and deep pressure massage techniques to muscle of the neck and shoulder at Back To Health Wellness

Your health and well-being are paramount. Our therapists use soft tissue posture massage and muscle manipulation techniques to relieve tight and restricted muscles.

At Back To Health Wellness, we prioritize your health and wellness. Take the first step to a healthier, happier you-book your session today. Searching for a trusted posture massage spa near me? We’ve got you covered.

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