20/07/2026
Therapeutic massage or relaxation massage? There is a real difference 😊
Recently, I saw a lady who had been experiencing significant pain for many months, possibly even years. She had visited several massage therapists before and came to me through a recommendation from someone who had responded very well to my treatments.
After a detailed consultation, I explained what I planned to work on and why. Her main concerns were her back and shoulders, but she also mentioned pain in her legs and asked me to include them. Of course, I agreed, but I explained that this would leave less time to work properly on the areas causing her the most trouble.
Towards the end of the session, she also requested a foot massage and asked me to pull her toes. 😊 Unfortunately, I could sense some disappointment afterwards because I had not spent time massaging her hands as well.
This is why I would like to explain something important:
Relaxation massage and therapeutic massage have different purposes.
During a relaxation massage, we can focus on comfort, rest and a pleasant full-body experience, including the hands, feet and toes. I am always happy to provide this type of treatment. 🌿
However, when you book because you are experiencing a specific problem or ongoing discomfort, I need enough time to focus on the main areas involved.
Dividing one hour between the back, shoulders, arms, hands, legs, feet and several additional requests means that the minutes disappear very quickly—and none of those areas receives enough focused attention.
Your feedback during the treatment is always important. Please tell me how the pressure feels, where you experience discomfort and how your body is responding. However, the choice of techniques, the order of treatment and the amount of time spent on each area should also be guided by the therapist you have chosen to help you.
It is a little like visiting a mechanic. I can explain what is wrong with the car and describe the noises it is making—but I would not insist that the mechanic use a different oil, preferably rose-scented because it smells nicer! 😂
One more important point: when discomfort has developed over many months or years, it is unrealistic to expect me to become a magician and make everything disappear during one appointment. The body often needs time, consistency and an appropriate treatment plan.
After all, when medication is prescribed, it is usually taken regularly—not just once with the expectation that everything will immediately be resolved.
So, before booking, please consider what you are looking for: relaxation or focused therapeutic work. Both are valuable, but they are not the same treatment.
Wishing you good health and sending hugs,
Kamila 🌸