Sport and Remedial Massage in the heart of Islington

Intelligent soft tissue therapy for your aches and pains

Serving Islington since 2008

At The Massage Lab, we believe massage should be more than just relaxing. It should be targeted, intelligent, and tailored to help you feel and function at your best.

From chronic pain and stress-related tension to post-injury recovery, our highly trained therapists offer effective hands-on care that’s grounded in anatomy, clinical reasoning and movement, and always customised to you.

As your soft tissue therapist, we are a partner in your journey toward optimal health and fitness. We are here to lend a helpful hand (or elbow), offer qualified advice, and provide plenty of encouragement along the way.

We can mix the perfect prescription for your concerns, mood or goal by offering Sports & Remedial Massage, Pregnancy Massage, Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage, Medical Acupuncture, Assisted Stretching, KinesioTaping and Compression Boots Therapy. All from our calm, welcoming clinic in the heart of Islington.

Core Treatments

Massage Therapy is a hands-on treatment used on the body’s soft tissues to improve health and overall well-being, promote healing and injury recovery, improve flexibility and ease pain caused by muscle tightness.

Sport & Remedial Massage

Not just for athletes, this treatment targets the source of pain and restriction with deep, focused techniques. Ideal for injury recovery, tight muscles, and long-term tension.

Pregnancy Massage

Safe, supportive treatments tailored to every stage of motherhood. Pregnancy massage helps ease back pain, sciatica, and tension, while post-natal care aids recovery, restores balance, and provides a restorative break for new mums.

Manual Lymphatic Drainage

A gentle, light-touch therapy that stimulates the flow of lymph and, by doing so, supports your immune system, speeds up healing after surgery and reduces fluid retention.

Active Isolated Stretching (AIS)

An intelligent stretching method that improves flexibility, mobility, and joint health. Guided by your therapist, AIS safely lengthens muscles and fascia to support recovery, performance, and everyday movement.

Specialist Treatments

In addition to your massage, you can book a specialist treatment from this selection of add-on services.

Medical Acupuncture: Add-on 15mins

As an add-on to your massage treatment, this Western acupuncture approach helps calm the nervous system, release trigger points and reduce stubborn pain.

Kinesio Taping: Add-on 15mins

Elastic taping is used to support injured or overworked muscles and joints or to aid with postural re-education. Can help reduce swelling, aid movement, and reinforce post-treatment results.

Compression Boot Therapy: Add-on 30mins

Great for post-training recovery or tired, heavy legs. These pneumatic boots from Pulsio boost circulation, reduce muscle fatigue, and support lymphatic flow.

Active Isolated Stretching (AIS): Add-on 15mins

As an add-on to your massage treatment, this focussed stretching modality helps regain mobility and control after surgery or injury, or with repetitive strain activities.

Why choose us

What our Clients Say

      
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   Candolad 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Lukasz is an excellent and extremely knowledgeable sports therapist who also has a backgrounds in physiotherapy. It was the perfect combination for my issue. He performed a thorough deep tissue massage and advised me of what to do if there were further complications within a few days. I strongly recommend Lukasz because he's grounded and has no pretentiousness about him, which is very refreshing to find in London.
  
 
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   Lisa Beck 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I have been seeing Biliana now for a number of years for a massage, in particular this time around was having some back issues for her to deal with. The massage was painful in parts but I knew that this would only be beneficial at the end, really felt the issue was addressed & also some exercises were recommended.Always feel the massage is good for my skin also having had eczema from an early age. Thank you Biliana.
  
 
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   Bill Knight 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Really excellent. Highly competent and knowledgeable.
  
 
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   julienne louis-marie 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. It was amazing. I will definitely attend again.
  
 
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   Nicole Abi-Esber 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Sarah has been amazing! She treated me throughout my pregnancy and postnatally and I’ve recommended her to so many people. She’s AMAZING!
  
 
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   Yasmina Salah Dris 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Amazing massage by Sarah! I went at 33 weeks pregnant because I was struggling with sciatica, and she was amazing. She made me feel comfortable throughout the session, and I left feeling so much better. I highly recommend her!
  
 
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   C 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic massage , will definitely return,  highly recommended !
  
 
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   Connie Garrad 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. The best pregnancy massage with Elisa - has been just what I’ve needed in the last few weeks of my pregnancy to target sciatica and back pain. Thank you so so much.
  
 
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   Sally G 
 
 
 
 Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Biliana is a brilliant therapist. She is very thorough, careful, really listens gives a realistic assessment and self help suggestions. Her massage technique demonstrates a breadth of skill and knowledge and has helped me significantly. I highly recommend the Massage Lab, comfortable and spotless facilities.