Khoo Massage Therapies

Khoo Massage Therapies I’m an upper-body massage specialist in London E9 focusing on TMJ, face, head, neck and shoulders. My aim from day one was simple. I sit somewhere in the middle.

I’m also a TMJ dysfunction sufferer, so my expertise come from personal experience. Sessions take place in my quiet residential studio near Victoria Park. How It All Began
I have always loved receiving massage, but finding someone who actually listened was rare. Many therapists said they tailored treatments, yet most followed their own plan. I often walked out feeling unchanged, or worse, with new

tension I did not arrive with. At the same time, I always enjoyed giving massage to friends and family. Eight years ago, while still in an office job, I trained properly, set up Khoo Massage Therapies, and never looked back. I wanted to offer the type of treatment I had been searching for. A treatment where you have a say. A treatment where your time and money go into hands on work, not long chats or strange posture assessments when all you want is release from tight, painful muscles. My Approach
Choosing a therapist is personal. Some people want something spiritual with crystals and energy work. Others prefer a clinical, sports based style. Years of piano lessons shaped the way I use my hands. My massage work is rhythmic and expressive, guided by the music I select for each session. That musical training also taught me how to control pressure with accuracy. Strong when it needs to be, gentle when your body asks for it, always effective. Every treatment I offer has come from years of trying things on myself, learning what works, letting go of what does not, and always looking for better ways to reduce pain and improve comfort.

​My Treatments​

Deep Tissue Massage
I searched for someone who could give a strong, purposeful, relaxing deep tissue treatment. I never found it, so I became it. I learnt that I had the strength, intuition and calm focus to offer deep work that releases tension without feeling harsh or punishing. Signature Head Neck & Shoulder
These are the areas where I carry my own tension. Most therapists I saw either did not have the strength or simply skimmed over the knots. My signature treatment focuses on slow, precise work that reduces tightness instead of sliding over it. I adjust the pressure to your comfort level so the session feels both therapeutic and enjoyable. Pregnancy Massage
When I was pregnant nearly 20 years ago, I struggled to find a therapist who would massage me rather than just lightly stroke my skin. After my training, I developed a more therapeutic approach; one that feels just as effective as a standard massage, with adjustments made for safety. TMJ Intra Oral Therapy
I personally suffer from TMJ (Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction), migraines, tinnitus, and chronic neck/shoulder tension. After years of self-treatment, I developed effective techniques that have helped countless clients dealing with the same issues. If you grind your teeth, clench your jaw, or wake up with headaches, this is for you. Menopause Massage
Currently navigating peri/menopause myself, I’ve researched and trained in techniques to ease symptoms and improve well-being. This treatment supports women through hormonal changes with a focus on relaxation, circulation, and tension relief. Microneedling
I did not expect to offer this. After training, I realised how beneficial it was. My skincare routine has always been simple. Clean face, moisturiser, done. Approaching fifty and noticing hormonal changes in my skin pushed me to try something new. Microneedling surprised me. It was comfortable despite my low pain tolerance, and the results were immediate. Credentials
I’m a Federation of Holistic Therapists member and hold qualifications in:

Swedish/Holistic Massage (ITEC)
Deep Tissue (CThA/FHT))
Pregnancy Massage (CThA/FHT))
Chair Massage (CThA/FHT))
Hot Stone Massage (FHT / The Guild)
Thai Table Massage (CThA)
Thai Foot Massage (CThA/ The Guild)
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (CThA/FHT))
Natural Facelift (CTHA)
Menopause Therapeutic Massage (FHT / The Guild)
Sports Massage (ITEC/VCTC)
Microneedling & Dermaroller( CPD) - The CPD Group

My Philosophy
The best treatments aren’t done to you. they’re done with you. No one knows your body better than you do. My role is to listen, adapt, and deliver a treatment that works for you.

No plans today? Our 3pm slot just opened up
23/05/2026

No plans today?
Our 3pm slot just opened up

We just had a 3pm cancellation if you haven't made plans today. Why not treat yourself this bank holiday.

Buccal Massage is now available:• as part of my TMJ Intra Oral Therapy• incorporated into Natural Facelift treatments• a...
08/05/2026

Buccal Massage is now available:

• as part of my TMJ Intra Oral Therapy
• incorporated into Natural Facelift treatments
• as a 30 minute add on alongside any other massage session

I decided to incorporate Buccal Massage after noticing something repeatedly both through treating clients and self treating my own TMJ dysfunction.

After deeper jaw release work, the jaw itself often felt looser, but the surrounding face could still feel bloated, tense or heavy afterwards.

While my existing Natural Facelift techniques already helped with this, Buccal Massage has honestly been a game changer in helping the entire face and jaw relax more harmoniously together.

Working both inside and outside the cheeks at the same time helps release wider facial tension patterns more thoroughly, while also helping gently warm up and soften the muscles surrounding the jaw before deeper intra oral work begins.

For clients with sensitive or reactive jaw tension, this can often make treatment feel less abrupt and more comfortable overall.

Many clients describe their face feeling lighter, softer and more relaxed afterwards.

Your jaw and neck share the same pain pathways.So the pain does not always show up where you expect.It can feel likeHead...
20/04/2026

Your jaw and neck share the same pain pathways.

So the pain does not always show up where you expect.

It can feel like
Headaches
Neck and shoulder tension
Pain behind the eyes
Ear symptoms with no infection

You might think it is something else entirely.

The pain is real.
Even if it is not coming from where you think.

This is why treating just one area often does not work.

“I could definitely feel it working.”That line stuck with me.This client came in for a Signature Head Neck and Shoulders...
16/04/2026

“I could definitely feel it working.”

That line stuck with me.

This client came in for a Signature Head Neck and Shoulders massage. During our chat, it became clear her TMJ needed more direct work, so we added intra oral treatment.

It was her first time trying it.

She was understandably unsure at first. Most people are. But once we started, she settled into it and could feel the difference straight away.

That is often the turning point.

Because jaw pain is rarely just about the jaw. It links into your neck, your shoulders, even your posture and stress patterns.

Surface massage can help. But sometimes you need to go deeper. Literally.

If you have TMJ or upper body tension and nothing seems to fully shift it, it might be time to try a different approach.

You might not notice how much you are clenching.Until it shows up asHeadachesJaw painNeck and shoulder tensionYour jaw c...
13/04/2026

You might not notice how much you are clenching.

Until it shows up as
Headaches
Jaw pain
Neck and shoulder tension

Your jaw can generate up to 50–70 kg of force when clenching.

That is a lot of pressure to be holding day after day.

This is why “just stop clenching” rarely works.

If your jaw has learned to stay tense, it will keep going back there unless something changes.

Targeted TMJ massage therapy works by reducing that load and helping the muscles switch off again.

For many people, it is the first time their jaw has properly relaxed in years.

But it takes consistency.
Without it, the tension returns.

If this sounds familiar, you are not alone. And it is something that can be worked on.

Most people with TMJ don’t actually know who to see.They try one thing.It doesn’t work.So they assume nothing will.That’...
09/04/2026

Most people with TMJ don’t actually know who to see.

They try one thing.
It doesn’t work.
So they assume nothing will.

That’s usually not true.

TMJ isn’t one condition.
It can come from
• Muscle tension and clenching
• Joint mechanics
• Teeth or bite
• Stress and overload

And each one needs a different approach.

For example
If your jaw clicks or locks, you may need a physio or osteopath
If it’s your bite, a dentist makes sense
If you’re clenching or holding tension, a TMJ Massage Specialist is often where things start to shift

This is where most people get stuck
Treating the symptom, not the cause

I’ve written a blog that breaks this down properly
What helps
What to try first
And when to escalate

You can read it here
https://www.khoomassagetherapies.com/post/tmj-treatment-london-what-helps-what-to-try-first-and-when-to-escalate

If your jaw, temples, ears or neck are constantly tight or painful, it’s worth looking at the bigger picture

A client recently came to see me with a very tight, painful back and several muscle knots, along with bloating and const...
19/03/2026

A client recently came to see me with a very tight, painful back and several muscle knots, along with bloating and constipation.

During the session we worked deeply through the muscles while also stimulating the lymphatic system to support the body’s natural drainage and circulation.

Afterwards she wrote:

“Carolyn didn’t just work deeply on my muscles but also stimulated my lymphatic system, which made a real difference.”

She also said something that really stood out:

“The neck massage was unlike anything I’ve experienced before. Incredibly precise and releasing.”

The neck, jaw and upper back are areas where tension quietly builds over months or years. When those areas are treated carefully, clients often notice changes well beyond the muscles themselves.

If you struggle with jaw tension, headaches, neck stiffness or upper body stress, that is exactly the work I specialise in.

Book online
(http://www.khoomassagetherapies.com
)

Did you know TMJ dysfunction can cause ear symptoms?Many people experience ear pain, ringing, or a feeling of pressure i...
16/03/2026

Did you know TMJ dysfunction can cause ear symptoms?

Many people experience ear pain, ringing, or a feeling of pressure in the ear and assume the problem must be in the ear itself.

But because the jaw joint sits directly in front of the ear, TMJ dysfunction can sometimes cause symptoms such as:

• Ear pain
• A feeling of fullness
• Ringing in the ears
• Sound sensitivity

Even when the ear is completely healthy.

This overlap is one reason TMJ dysfunction is often misunderstood.

If you would like to understand more about TMJ dysfunction and what approaches support long term improvement, you can read the full article here:

https://www.khoomassagetherapies.com/post/is-there-a-cure-for-tmj-dysfunction

Many people assume jaw pain must mean something is wrong with the jaw joint itself.But large diagnostic studies show tha...
11/03/2026

Many people assume jaw pain must mean something is wrong with the jaw joint itself.

But large diagnostic studies show that muscle driven TMJ dysfunction is the most common type.

This is why many people experience jaw pain, headaches, or facial tension even when scans look normal.

When the jaw muscles stay under constant load from clenching, stress, posture, or fatigue, they can become painful and dysfunctional without structural damage.

Understanding the difference between muscular, dental, and joint related TMJ dysfunction is key to finding the right treatment.

If you'd like to understand more about what actually helps long term TMJ dysfunction, you can read the full blog here:

https://www.khoomassagetherapies.com/post/is-there-a-cure-for-tmj-dysfunction

“I was looking for a TMJ specialist in London and this was the best value for money treatment I have ever experienced.”I...
19/02/2026

“I was looking for a TMJ specialist in London and this was the best value for money treatment I have ever experienced.”

Intra oral TMJ massage can feel unfamiliar at first. That honesty matters.
What matters more is the outcome. Reduced tension. Immediate jaw release.

My work focuses on muscular TMJ pain and stress related jaw tension.
Pressure is always tailored. Communication is constant.

If your jaw pain feels misunderstood elsewhere, this approach may help.

Address

Victoria Park
London
E9

Opening Hours

Monday 10am - 9pm
Tuesday 10am - 9pm
Thursday 10am - 9pm
Friday 10am - 6pm
Saturday 12pm - 6pm
Sunday 12pm - 6pm

Telephone

+447809241537

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