Testimonials

Massage

“I had a stroke early in 2009. I was totally paralised down the left side and I am still recovering!

I originally used the council rehabilitation and physiotherapy services but when these ceased after a few months I wanted to continue to move forward. I found a neurological physiotherapist and attended once a week for 3-4 months but frequently felt faint either during or after the treatment. I believe that the massaging was too intensive for me at that stage. I therefore decided to look for an alternative and started with my local physiotherapist who I had used many times before and she suggested that a sports massage may also be beneficial. Massaging was recommended by the hospital at the outset and I decided to give it a go.

I first went to Steve about 18 months ago and have found that it really helps to relax the muscles and assists in stimulating the nerves back into action. The left side of the body still has limited sensitivity and working with Steve has helped me become more motivated. I originally saw Steve every week as my body was so stiff and I was in pain. This definitely helped me and working with Steve we focussed on certain parts of the body each week where I had the most pain and combined this with the total sports massage. This really works for me and as the feeling gradually comes back in my body the depth of massage has increased.

I have recently moved to having a massage once a month and find that this keeps the body in check. It is amazing that even when I do not feel that stiff as soon as Steve starts massaging I realise how stiff and tight my muscles have become in just a few weeks.

I really look forward to my monthly fix and the nagging I get from Steve telling me to drink lots of water after!”

Lesley, Epsom

“For a number of years I have played a variety of sports at a very competitive level, which places huge amounts of stress upon my body. I have been going for treatment with Steve for the past year as I started to experience back pain and muscle soreness that started to affect my performances. Seeing Steve for regular treatment has not just helped in repairing my body from the intensity of sport, but his advice in helping me understand why it has been happening and what I can do personally to ease the pressure placed upon my body has been second to none. His attention for detail and friendly manner puts you at ease, and that there is always a solution to your specific needs.”

Andy, Ewell

“A while ago I thought that I would just have to put up with the sciatica and shoulder pain that I had. That was until I started to have regular Sports Massage with Steve Harding. It has given me back flexibilty in movement and helps check the aches and strains that occur with every day living.

Money well spent.”

Diane, Tadworth

“I have been seeing Steve for several years now. His massage works on two levels: I suffer from knots in the shoulder area which Steve manipulates to ensure that I remain loose and pain-free; this is followed by a relaxing massage with the oil. This massage is fantastically relaxing and a great way to recover from the stress of work.

The massage is a highlight of the week and something I'd recommend to anyone.”

Mark, Carshalton

“Steve has helped me to prepare for and recover from many events, from Cyclosportives to Marathons to Ironman. His treatments have been invaluable in preparation for my Ironman in particular where the load of training is very high, helping to remove muscle tightness that could lead to injury, to recover faster from heavy training weeks and arrive on the start line without niggles. Where I have developed injuries for example by slipping off a pedal or pushing too hard on a long run, Steve has helped with treatment and on a few occasions where I have thought I've done some real damage, a treatment from Steve has just reminded me that in fact relieving some of the muscle tightness with a couple of sports massages (and some stretching which he constantly reminds me to do) treats the issue.

It is hard to find a good Sports Massage Therapist that understands the stress caused by heavy exercise and is used to treating people who want to push their body, so please don't book Steve up too much, otherwise I might find it harder to book in myself!”

Lynn, Tadworth

Waxing

“I have seen Steve for intimate waxing and removal of hair from the abdomen on several occasions. The results have been brilliant - clean and smooth skin for weeks afterwards. Steve makes you feel at ease throughout and the experience is far less painful and embarrassing than I would have thought.”

Mark, Carshalton

“I have been a client of Steve's for a little while now. I have, for many years had my back waxed. And through my work, I have been waxed in the USA, India, South America and South Africa (to name a few).

No waxing will ever be completely painless but thanks to Steve's training and the products he uses, you should experience a relatively comfortable wax. I also have more intimate areas waxed by Steve. He is professional and immediately puts you, the client, at ease.

I simply wouldn't go to any other person now…

It is somewhat ironic, that, after years of ‘globe-trotting’ waxing the best specialist was right on my door step!!!”

John, Worcester Park