Before you leave home
There is no complicated preparation. Wear something comfortable, allow enough travel time and avoid arriving immediately after a heavy meal. If you are visiting the studio, Gloucester Road Station is only moments away; full arrival directions are included in your written confirmation.
Please arrive at the agreed time rather than very early. Stressless works by appointment and protects the privacy of each guest, so the room is prepared between visits.
Choose the treatment that fits the day
Swedish Massage uses flowing strokes and gentle kneading for general relaxation. Manual Lymphatic Drainage is a lighter, rhythmic wellbeing treatment. Deep Relaxation is slower and particularly suited to guests who want an uncomplicated hour of calm. If you are unsure, explain how you would like to feel afterwards and the concierge can help you choose.
Massage at Stressless is a wellbeing service, not medical treatment. We do not diagnose conditions or promise weight loss, fat loss or medical outcomes.
Share your preferences
Before the treatment begins, your therapist will ask about comfort, areas you would like included or avoided, and the pressure you prefer. You can change your mind at any point. Clear communication is welcome, whether you would like quieter pressure, more attention on a particular area or a pause.
- Say whether you prefer light, medium or firmer pressure.
- Mention recent discomfort or anything that may affect suitability.
- Ask questions about draping, oils or the treatment sequence.
- Tell the therapist immediately if anything does not feel comfortable.
Privacy, clothing and draping
Your therapist will leave the room while you prepare and will explain how to position yourself. Professional draping is used throughout, and only the area being worked on is uncovered. You remain in control of the appointment and may keep on any clothing that makes you more comfortable.
Planning an outcall appointment
For a home or hotel visit, choose a quiet area with enough room for the therapist to set up the table and move safely around it. The therapist brings the table, fresh linen and treatment equipment. Share the full address, access instructions and any parking or concierge requirements when you book.
After your session
Take a few quiet minutes before returning to your day. Drink according to your normal needs and avoid treating the rest of the evening like another appointment to rush towards. Your therapist may offer simple comfort guidance, but aftercare is intentionally uncomplicated.
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