Frequently Asked Questions

We always recommend that you consult with your GP if you have any medical issues that you are concerned about, prior to booking a spa treatment with us.

Studies show that massage – particularly Lymphatic Drainage – can help to improve circulation and detoxification. However, spa treatments also provide the ‘feel good factor’ which can help encourage a more positive mindset towards weight loss behaviours. Many of our clients book a spa as a ‘reward’ for having made good choices throughout the week!

Relaxing your muscles after any sports activity is crucial to aiding repair and regeneration of muscle tissue, which is why steam rooms are popular amongst sports professionals. However, for those with acute or chronic sports injuries, a Sports Massage can focus on specific areas, tending to surrounding muscles and tendons, to speed recovery. And if you want to increase flexibility, a Thai Massage is the perfect treatment to leave you feeling supple and energised!

A pregnancy massage can be incredibly beneficial for mums-to-be, soothing aching joints and muscles, improving circulation and giving you a sense of wellbeing. However, we recommend that you speak to your GP before booking a spa treatment, as the suitability of a massage will depend on several factors, including your health, the health of the baby, and the trimester you are in. Find out more about our Pregnancy Massage and what it involves.

**Please note that Maresia Spa and Massage do not offer this treatment for pregnant women in their first trimester.**

A massage treatment, performed by a qualified massage professional, can offer many benefits for those with arthritis, and other inflammatory conditions. Aside from helping to reduce pain and swelling, it also helps to improve joint function, as well as improving sleep quality, boosting energy levels in the process.

Many soon-to-be brides and bridegrooms will opt for a head and neck massage, but a Couples Massage is also a great way to relax together with treatments of your choosing, whilst bonding in a calm and peaceful environment.

Deep Tissue and Swedish Massages are thought to be amongst the most effective spa treatments for stress, relaxing the muscles and reducing levels of cortisol (stress hormone), as well as boosting serotonin levels (the ‘happy hormone’). Alongside these, Hot Stone Massage and Reflexology are known to be good for tension release – both providing a soothing focal point for overworked minds.