Suffering from Back Pain, Headaches,
Migraines, Tennis Elbow or
Other general muscle strains, aches and pains, then Thai Massage Therapies Melbourne
can help. We offer both Traditional Thai Massage and
Remedial Massage Therapies to
quickly get you back on your feet again.
Click the topic links below to see what our clients are saying about us and how Thai Massage Therapies
Melbourne can help you.
Back Pain
I can't remember when I last felt this good
After suffering from a debilitating lower back injury for more than 10 years, and a neck and shoulder complaint that
has bothered me on and off for even longer, I discovered a blessing called Surapa.
I was referred to Surapa by a friend in 2007 after having another lower back episode. I almost didn’t book the
appointment because over the years I had tried many different therapists and had gained little or no improvement or
pain relief. To be honest, I had no expectation that Surapa would be any different from all the others, but out of
desperation I went along and tried a massage from Surapa, and boy, am I glad that I did!
It was the best massage I had ever had and the first of many since. For the first time in years my back started to
feel better and I was able to walk around and exercise without it feeling as stiff as an ironing board. My neck and
shoulders also love Surapa’s magic hands and I can’t even remember when I last
felt this good.
I have referred Surapa to many of my Friends and Family, and not one of them has had anything other than praise for her.
She is professional, kind, caring and humble, and I believe she works from the right energetic space, a truly good
human being who actually wants to help people.
Fab F.
Pascoe Vale
My lower back pain has improved dramatically
I awoke one morning with a severe pain at the base of my neck. Thinking it was just a chill, I let
it go untreated for about a week but it became progressively worse. I attended an osteopath 4 times with little gain,
so I tried another osteopath, still no gain. My GP said very little, except to take Panadol. I was unable to drive my
car because sometimes I could not turn my head to the left at all. I also tried a Chinese naturopath but it continued
to get worse.
I had also hurt my lower back in the past- an ongoing problem. I told my GP about a severe pain that I had in my left
leg and the best he could come up with was to take anti-inflammatory medication. After about 9 months had elapsed, and
seeing Surapa's advertisement in the local paper, I made an appointment. She worked on me for about 2 hours, explaining
all the time what she was doing and why. My neck was cured on the first visit, left leg cured
at the next
appointment and my lower back pain has improved dramatically.
Subsequently, I have recommended Surapa too many of my close friends and they also have had great success. It is
obvious to me that Surapa is beyond doubt the only person from whom I have had treatment of this type that knows
exactly what she is doing. As well as her unique ability, she is kind compassionate and caring.
Neil A.
Glenroy
Gifted, Attentive & Meticulous!
As a lifelong sufferer of neck and back pain, I have used a variety of therapies and practitioners all around the
world, but Surapa of Thai Massage Therapies is without a doubt – the very best!
Surapa’s work is phenomenal and her ability to release deep muscle tension is truly amazing. She is thoroughly
professional and takes a genuine interest in bringing pain relief to her clients.
I could not recommend Surapa’s services more highly.
Alexander B.
Melbourne
Worth the drive to the other side of town
While working on a roof I twisted my back. Didn’t think much about it is it has happened before and always came good
in a few days. The following week I had to go to New Zealand. After one night in a bed that wasn’t the best, I knew
I had a real problem. I couldn’t twist my upper body and walking was very painful. So I went to a physiotherapist in
New Zealand, and I’m sure if I had 6-8 weeks of treatment, I could have come right.
On my return to Melbourne a friend recommended me to try Surapa. After a two hour massage of my back and legs, I felt
so much better, sore but better. I asked if I could play golf the next day and Surapa said “if I felt ok play”. I was
better than ok, and I played my best game of golf in three years. Not one twinge of pain since. Surapa is one in a
million. She is definitely worth the drive to the other side of town.
David R.
Vermont South
I have been nursing for 16 years and over time have developed a chronic back condition. I have had several debilitating
episodes which have severely impacted on my ability to work and function normally.
Surapa has that wonderful ability to ease the pain, relax the body and restore mobility, enabling me to continue my
active routine.
Jennifer C.
Coburg
Headaches & Migraines
My Migraine headaches are a thing of the past
In my work as an IT Sales Director, for the past 3 years I have travelled extensively throughout ASIA, moving through
time zones and trying to sleep on airplanes. The travel combined with the stressful nature of IT Sales seemed to be
taking its toll on my body as I was starting to experience serious migraine headaches. As well as getting them through
the course of the day the migraines were actually waking me up at night. I could go to sleep feeling OK and then wake
up in the middle of the night with a massive migraine. From my perspective the pain from these migraines was unbearable
and on top of that I was getting sleep deprivation too!
I went to see doctors on numerous occasions and they just supplied me with medication. I went to a physio thinking my
neck and back might be the problem. That didn’t work so back to the doctors again, this time they referred me to a
neurologist in Melbourne who did all the usual checks on me but still nothing was working and the pain kept getting
worse.
Three weeks ago having got a migraine on Friday and dosing up on medication I went to bed. At around 2AM Saturday I
woke up with a massive migraine and no amount of medication would help in relieving the pain. For the record I took 8
Panadeine Forte and 3 Valium that night. I was in so much pain that I clearly remember saying to my wife ‘just put a
bullet in me’!
Saturday morning came and went and I finally managed to get some sleep. Whilst I was sleeping my wife rang Thai Massage
Therapies and spoke with Surapa and explained my problem and she agreed to see me straight away.
Now I have to be honest and let you know that I am kind of old fashioned– sort of a blokes bloke is what I am. So when
it came to massage I wasn’t a big advocator of it, not that I had any real experience. It was just one of the things
on the list of blokes stuff not to do, right up there with a bloke moisturising his face and hands. Anyway I was pretty
desperate and I would look at anything that might improve my situation with these migraines. After all, if I didn’t
think it was working I would just not go back.
After the first visit I was able to get through a night without medication or waking up with a massive migraine. After
the second visit the migraines had gone from daily to every other day which was a massive improvement. After the third
visit I only had one migraine for the whole week. Today will be my fourth time back to see Surapa from Thai Massage Therapies,
but this time it’s to get some proactive treatment.
Whilst nothing has changed with my work role, with the stress, the sleeping on planes and the
traveling through different
time zones – I’m amazed but those migraines headaches just aren’t there anymore.
If you are experiencing the type of pain that I have outlined above then I would highly recommend that you call Thai
Massage Therapies and book an appointment with Surapa as I have no doubt that it is Surapa’s treatment that has made
my migraines headaches a thing of the past.
As for Surapa, a nicer person you’re never going to meet.
So I learned 3 things out of this:
1. The wife is always right.
2. Doctors are like 1st level support. If they don’t know, they prescribe medication.
3. Massage really works, well at least it does with Surapa from Thai Massage Therapies.
Good luck,
Mike L.
An amazing massage therapist.
I can attest to the benefits of Surapa’s massage for neck, back and migraine pain. I had suffered from a sore back which
resulted in me getting bad migraine headaches for several years. The deep tissue and relaxation massage techniques that
Surapa specialises in have relieved my pain and stopped my migraines.
Surapa has an unbelievable ability to read the body and locate the source of the problem, providing instant relief. She
has helped to promote healing within my body for deep tissue problems that no-one else has been able to address.
An amazing massage therapist, I frequently refer my friends to her. Now that my migraines are under control, I continue
to visit Surapa regularly for a massage to improve my sense of well being and aid in body and mind relaxation.
Angela V.
Glenroy
Tennis Elbow
The relief from the pain was amazing
I had been suffering from a tennis elbow for about 7 months and had been attending a physiotherapist twice a week with
little or no improvement. Almost all movement of my right arm was extremely painful. I was also suffering pain at night
which was interfering with my sleep.
I was recommended to Surapa and she “worked her magic” from my fingertips right up into the shoulder and neck areas. At
the end of the first session with Surapa the relief from the pain was amazing and after several more visits it has
almost gone entirely.
There is no doubt that Surapa’s massage really assisted the healing of my elbow, and I would have no hesitation in
recommending her services to anybody unlucky enough to suffer from tennis elbow.
Peter H.
Blackburn
Dear Surapa
Thank you very much for taking away my tennis elbow pain.
I had been suffering with Tennis Elbow in my right arm for the past several years. The pain was with me constantly both day and night.
Because of the constant pain in my elbow I was unable to work for about a month and I couldn’t even lift a glass of water, open a door
or do many other simple jobs. I went to my family doctor and he gave me two injections into my elbow. I also went to a physiotherapist
many times but the pain was always still there.
Since finding Surapa at Thai Massage Therapies I have gradually gained relief and now I don’t feel any pain at all. Once again thank you so much.
Sincerely yours
Huong V
Broadmeadows
Other
I sleep so much better now.
I had tried many massage therapists before I found Surapa ... how I wasted so much time!
Surapa is certainly the best. She is very professional and has fixed many of my 'sore spots',
some of which I have had for years. I am much happier because I sleep so much better now and
consequently I have more energy throughout the day. I happily drive for over 30 minutes to get
to Surapa, passing many other massage therapists as I go, but I wouldn't have it any other way!
Greg S.
Mont Albert
The best masseuse I have ever met
I’d like to make note of the wonderful work done by Surapa from Thai Massage Therapies. I have been enjoying
massage for more than twenty years now, and have been to many so called experts. May I say here, I have never
known any better than Surapa. Her dedication and application is the best.
She actually listens to what you need. I have always found most masseurs do what they want, usually spending
too much time on my back when I don’t have any problems there. I work out at the gym, spend long days at work
standing on a concrete floor and suffer from tired fatigued legs in particular. After a visit to Surapa followed
by a good night rest, I feel alive again.
She really is without a doubt THE BEST masseuse I have ever met, and I highly recommend her work and her
pleasant friendly style to anyone in need of some stress relief.
Greg A.
Strathmore
The Truth about Surapa
I wondered if Surapa would have the power.
I sure found out after about an hour.
When she did my back I thought I was mangled.
When she did my neck I thought I was strangled.
She also did my legs and my feet.
I could hardly walk back down the street.
I was screaming for mercy squirming and wriggling.
But she still tortured me and started giggling.
( Hope my poem gives you a laugh.)
After going everywhere for massages but never getting the type of treatment that I needed, I finally tracked
down Surapa.
As a massage therapist myself, I know exactly what I need and Surapa has the necessary knowledge and skills
required to provide a quality massage.
Surapa is talented, thorough, kind and caring.
I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of professional massage treatment.
Terry K.
Sydenham
Everything I could ever want in a massage therapist
After moving to Melbourne in 2006 I spent six months looking for a massage therapist that I was confident could
provide me with the style of massage that I require. Sometimes I like a more gentle massage if I am sore from
sport, and at other times I want a firm or deep tissue massage to work out tension in my shoulders and back.
Surapa is able to provide me with everything I could ever want in a massage therapist and I could not reasonably
ask for more. Also, her peaceful and happy manner is always enjoyable to be around. She will have me as a client
for as long as I live in Melbourne.
Dr Adam Fletcher
Essendon
Why do I go to Thai Massage Therapies?
When Surapa asked me if I would write a testimonial for her, I was a little unsure as to what to write, having
never written one before. After giving it a bit of thought, I decided instead of writing a formal review, I would
simply answer this one question:
“Why do I go to Thai Massage Therapies?”
1. For the informal and welcoming environment.
2. For the great price and use of quality products.
3. Surapa's down to earth personality.
4. I never feel my session being time-boxed or rushed through.
5. The massages are better than what is available elsewhere in Melbourne.
6. Surapa will complete the therapy, even if it takes longer at no extra charge. (People who have felt this rushed
experience at other places will understand what I mean.)
And yes, I highly recommend her.
Amjad B.
Point Cook
A truly impressive therapist
As a Remedial Massage Therapist I try to exercise the usual cautions to prevent injury to myself, but I find that
occasionally I am in need of some treatment also. Performing self treatment is often limited and none resolving.
I had the very good fortune to meet Surapa at a course we both attended. I was immediately impressed by her practical
knowledge and caring nature.
When I am having problems that I am unable to address myself, Surapa is the person that I rely on to get me back in
shape. Surapa is a truly impressive therapist and her skills an innate blessing.
Giuseppi L.
Remedial Therapy Practitioner
Before I discovered Surapa at Thai Massage Therapies, I had been suffering with severe shoulder pain for several months.
I had tried a number of different masseurs and types of treatment with no improvement or pain relief.
Remarkably after my first visit with Surapa I had significant pain relief, and after 2 days almost no pain at all.
Now whenever my shoulder starts to bother me I know I can find help with Surapa.
I can highly recommend both Surapa and Thai Massage Therapies.
Geoffrey W.
Airport West
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