It seems that my muscles have gone into a living petrification mode in one area and no amount of attempts by the chiropractor can even get the area starting to become mobile. So they have suggested that I go for a massage treatment the day before my appointments.

Vintage Massage is a short walk from my work and I could go on my lunch break but has anyone been to them for a massage? What did you think?

I think you have to either see me (not an option now as I am injured due to performing too many sports massages with no break and I am in Zug which is not your area) or Emma Gilbert (strong hands and plenty of excellent deep tissue techniques) www.sportsmassage.ch

You can also try Sandra Wermer, intuitive but experienced Esalen massage practicioner, Esalen Institut teacher: http://www.beruehrt.ch/17501.html
I am going there tomorrow as I am off work for 3 days so I will know more tomorrow but I only heard good about her. Esalen is llike Classic/Swedish massage but modified and very gentle which does not mean it is not working. I don't know too much about it as I don't practice this style but as I said, I might be able to say more tomorrow.

Most of those who offer massage therapy can't really perform a good treatment so choose your therapist carefuly. Look/ask about diplomas and you will have a clue. Search for words such as: orthopedic massage, sports massage, myofascial release, NMT.

It takes time to become good therapist so you can spend your money anywhere or take your time to find someone who will be able to help you.
If you need more information I can ask friends who are in this profession about someone in your area.

I just visited their website: http://www.vintage-massage.ch/

Emma charges 150 (at least last year it was the case),
Sandra 160 CHF, Currie's rate is 180 CHF http://www.esalen.net/TheCenter/Teac...urrie_Prescott
so 120 CHF for 90 minutes massage is not bad. I would go and try.
Just ask who is doing massage there and what kind of courses/certificates they have. Good luck

Have you tried an Osteo?

Some Chiros just do adjustments without working on the muscle tissue, however the Osteo will work with the muscle tissue and then do the necessary adjustments, and thats when the magic happens.

[QUOTE=IzabelaInZug;1671367]I think you have to either see me (not an option now as I am injured due to performing too many sports massages with no break and I am in Zug which is not your area) or Emma Gilbert (strong hands and plenty of excellent deep tissue techniques) www.sportsmassage.ch

You can also try Sandra Wermer, intuitive but experienced Esalen massage practicioner, Esalen Institut teacher: http://www.beruehrt.ch/17501.html
I am going there tomorrow as I am off work for 3 days so I will know more tomorrow but I only heard good about her. Esalen is llike Classic/Swedish massage but modified and very gentle which does not mean it is not working. QUOTE]

Thanks Izabela - I would love to come back to you but just can't make it to Zug that easily anymore so have to look more locally. My hubby went to Emma and she killed him - and he has a very high pain tolerance but was unable to move for over a week properly after seeing her so no chance I am going to try her.

I will see how things go today (set an appt with Vintage) and if I don't like it would love to see what you think of Sandra. Really appreciate you offering suggestions when I know you run a great business yourself!

Honestly don't find any difference between the Osteo I was sent to right after giving birth and a good chiro - except in the price I actually really like the chiro I am going to (Jorg Hieringer in Thalwil) but I am just really jammed up so need some dedicated work to loosen things up and it needs to happen ~24 hours before an adjustment in order for the inevitable shock to the muscles caused by the massage to relax a bit in order to lose a bit of their hold on the overall structure so he can actually have the ability to manipulate anything.

Fingers crossed it helps!

Other than I will definitely be sore tomorrow (as expected), I would say that Tatiana was great - almost as good as Izabela Not sure about this Polish massage therapist invasion but definitely seems to work.

So, if you can't make it out to Zug, I would recommend Tatiana - you can book online and she speaks great English plus has access to the fitness club's sauna area for her clients if you want to relax either before or after your session which is a nice bonus...have to find a way to expand my lunch break to take advantage! She works whenever the club is open - so 7 days a week so if you can't make it during the week, then Saturday and even Sunday are possible.

"My hubby went to Emma and she killed him - and he has a very high pain tolerance but was unable to move for over a week properly after seeing her so no chance I am going to try her. "


Your husband wasn't very lucky then but you know what? Good swimmers drown more often than no swimmers
Injuries like this can happen as she is doing more advanced work so I would say it is a proof that she is doing a lot and she is very confident about her work. I know it might sound ridiculous to you but that's how it is. Maybe you could talk to her about what happened? Give her a chance to learn something from it

She is really warm-hearted person and the session was very special because of her approach and personality. She really had lots of time with me and there was no rush so I really fel healed in some way. However, for me a good massage has to be done with good pressure and effective techniques such as myofascial release, stretches etc. Otherwise I don't like it. So yes, she is good and experienced practitioner but Esalen is not for me