Clients reviews about Melbourne Massage and Treatment

Giovanni is incredibly knowledgable and insightful about the connection between our mind and body and how daily habits can translate into tensions in the body. It was definitely a different Thai massage experience because he is sincere in helping his clients by educating them about self-awareness and I find that incredibly empowering. I noticed a difference in my body before and after the massage: there was more range of motion in my limbs (I never knew my body was this tense) and every muscle just felt much more relaxed. I would highly recommend this place to anyone who wants to get a really good Thai massage, or seeking to understand their body better or simply wanting to learn how to be healthier in life! ~ Adeline T

I've recently started seeing Giovanni for Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage after an operation. Giovanni is highly knowledgeable, professional and an all around great massuese - the different to my post-op swelling is immediate and its such a relief when I see him. Last time I attended, I asked if we could pivot the MLD session as I had a really painfully tight hip, and Giovanni made the pain go away in minutes AND explained in clear words what was going on, providing me several exercises and stretches to do at home to improve my hip mobility and core/pelvis strength. I highly recommend Giovanni and will now be seeing him for remedial massage as well as my ongoing MLD :) ~ Angie R

Giovanni puts his passion and professionalism in every lesson or treatment he gives. Giovanni looks committed to ensure that his patients can find ways to relief their pain in every day life. During his lessons of Thai Yoga, you can witness his learning about Vipassana and other Buddhist core concepts. He teaches you how to adapt and implement these concepts to your everyday life to find relieve from your everyday stressors and pain. His work is very much client-focused, meaning that he adapts his lessons and/or treatments to each client needs. Although, his committed to help his clients, he is also very conscientious to ensure his clients safety beyond all. ~ Francesca L

Excelente servicio , me sentí muy cuidado en una situación difícil como es una lesion en el extranjero . Muy claro, muy aplicado , un gran profesional Excellent service, I felt very cared for in a difficult situation such as an injury abroad. Very clear, very applied, a great professional ~ Ezequiel N

Giovanni is the best of the best ! I’ve had training in the lymphoedema field myself , it’s actually very technical and really an emerging field . Because of this there aren’t many knowledgeable practitioners, I’ve tried quite a few . Apart from being knowledgable in Lymphodaema , he has a great skill set in lipodema , another field that isn’t well understood and has a terrible impact on patients lives . I’d wholeheartedly recommend him ! Thanks giovani for your knowledge, your incredible support of your patients and the passion you have for in helping people out . ~ Moni

I've had three sessions with Giovanni to address ongoing pain in my shoulder and after just one session of myotherapy and practicing the exercises he assigned me, it had greatly improved. I am not suffering from anymore pain after three sessions of mobilisation, one dry needling session, and practicing the exercises consistently. This is due to the very thorough approach he takes which addresses the injury/pain at the source. Giovanni is very friendly and easy to talk to, with a good sense of humour paired with a lot of professionalism. Would definitely reccomend! ~ Bat C

I went to Giovanni with an issue on my shoulder with a referral pain on the elbow. Giovanni assessed the issue professionally and explained to me the muscles and the tendons involved in the pain, the reasons why I had the pain and the level of treatment that he was going to perform in the next sessions. 4 weeks after I have the shoulder and neck mobility to levels that I probably didn't have 15 years ago and the pain disappeared. I strongly recommend Giovanni and his approach to anybody. He will teach you also how you can improve and maintain the result applying the technique yourself. ~ Matteo O

If you’re looking for a good massage, Giovanni will provide you with a well-informed, positive experience, tailoring your needs to the appropriate technique. In my case, I was needing a pick-me-up between moving house and found my neck and shoulders were engaged in quite a bit of tension, decreasing my ability to turn my neck without stiffness and pain. After a MLD (muscle lymphatic drainage) massage, I slept better than previous nights and the stiffness has gone. Will 100% go back to explore Thai massage treatments and recommend to anyone who is needing some relief. Thanks Giovanni! ~ Susanna L

to be honest i've had a great experience with crios massages . i felt an immediate relief after the session i had at Carlton gardens, my shoulders feel way better after the session. i have had body pains due to working long hours , i explained it Giovanni and he gave me recommendations on what to do to reduce the work related pain. he has a great knowledge and understanding of what he teaches, and conveys it in very good way . he gave me a clear understanding on how better posture can make a difference in the energy flow of the body and how it affects our peace of mind ~ Narain S

Mr. Giovanni has a very holistic approach to physical care. There is an emphasis on informed consent, ensuing the client understands what can be done both in the short and long term, as well as mindfulness. He explained everything perfectly and helped me understand the steps I should take for recovery. I definitely reccomend this service, if you're just starting your physical recovery journey, already on your way, or if you wish to be proactive and take preventative action for your physical well-being. ~ Josh G

Giovanni is an exceptional massage therapist. I came in with an intense migraine, and not only did he relieve the pain through targeted treatment, but he also took the time to understand the root causes. His knowledge and approach go beyond just providing relief- over a number of weeks he's kindly educated me on how to strengthen key muscles to prevent future issues. It’s clear that Giovanni is highly skilled and genuinely cares about the profession and his clients’ well-being. Highly recommend! ~ James C

I highly recommend Giovanni for MLD Manual Lymphatic Drainage, after my first visit I saw and felt an immediate difference. He is very knowledgeable, providing me with excellent education on my symptoms and treatment. I have never had a massage in my life and he made me feel very comfortable, I am so grateful to have found him. I would recommend anyone who suffers from swelling from air travel (like I do) or swelling from post surgery. If you needing MLD don't hesitate to make a consultation, you won't regret it, you will be in safe hands. ~ Mz M

I have broken my left humerus last December and, apart from the pain from the fracture itself, I was struggling from reduced mobility and stiffness in the elbow and shoulder given by my arm being immobilised in a brace for months. Gio talked to me about MLD and how it could help in accelerating bone healing and reducing the stiffness, so I decided to give it a try. Although I was a bit apprehensive about getting a massage on my broken arm, I was immediately reassured by Giovanni's professionalism and knowledge about the topic. I found the massages to be very delicate and pain free, Gio always explained the process before each session and was great at working gradually adjusting to my increasing mobility and confidence. I noticed big improvements from the first session, both in pain reduction and in range of motion, with additional side benefits such as deep relaxation and boost in energy level. I would 100% recommend MLD at Melbourne Thai Treatment as their professionalism and dedication are unmet. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 ~ Ilaria B

Giovanni was very knowledgeable & informative, so I easily understood the how & why of the treatment & exercises. This helped massively in getting the most out of my time with him. He was professional, caring & very effective, resulting in a strong improvement of my chronic back and hip problems. I continue to use the exercises he gave me and it just keeps getting better. I'm 71 years old and will continue with him to keep my aging body performing the best it can. Big thanks Giovanni ~ susan p

Giovanni is a wonderfully knowledgeable, skilful masseuse and an all-round lovely person too. He has helped me get a shoulder injury under control very quickly and has really helped me keep on top of some old injuries as well so that they don't flare up. I love that Giovanni doesn't just give you a massage, he will provide exercises and stretches to do at home too. His knowledge means you get comprehensive treatment which is really great value for money. ~ Louise D

Giovanni is a skilled myotherapist who deeply cares for his clients well being. Upon arriving at the location, he greeted me with a warm welcome and was very accomodating by offering water. I came only for a lympathic drainage massage but had unexpectedly came out with greater self awareness of my body. He took the time to share his knowledge of the human anatomy, in particularly, the internal dysfunctions and physical limitations encompassing the body. I’ve come back for a few myotherapy and dry needling sessions and always leave his practice satisfied with the level of care provided. He tailors his treatments to your needs and prefers realistic and holistic approaches for recovery. I highly recommend going to Giovanni for pain relief as he can diagnose these issues expertly. He understands the stresses that our mind and body go through in our day to day lives and does his best to work with us without judgment. Please support what he strives to do for us. He hopes that we can discover our unique path towards personal healing, growth and enlightenment. ~ Vicky Z

I have had long term issues with my hip and after seeing a number of other health professionals Giovanni has been the only person to guide and treat me to finally have relief without needing painkillers. I still think there is a little bit of magic behind it, but really Giovanni builds a trust and rapport with his patients through really listening to their concerns and tailoring treatment completely, even depending on what is ailing more that particular week. By doing so he empowers his patients to reconnect with their own bodies and movements, and has inspired me to continue on to my goal of strengthening and improving balance. His knowledge of anatomy is fantastic and his demeanor with his clients is always insightful and professional. I walk away from a session feeling pain free and by following Giovanni's advice continue to see improvements in my general pain and strength. I would 100% recommend Giovanni to anyone with musculoskeletal issues, or those wanting to get back into exercise, but wonder why they keep injuring themselves! ~ Renee C

Great experience. Giovanni knows exactly what he is doingand has a great combination of traditional Thai massage and yoga knowledge coupled with an anatomy and physiology understanding to make sense of this work in a western context. His home setup is really nice and I can imagine his group sessions would be fantastic too. My body certainly felt more mobile coming out of the session and my nervous system relaxed. Thanks Giovanni for a great session. ~ Bart d

I have been to Melbourne Thai Treatment twice now, Giovanni really listened and gave me the most comprehensive assessment of my condition. He was great at explaining what he noticed were causing them. He then worked on my body to address the issues. i feel so much better. This is not your shop front Thai massage; this is targeted treatment using Thai, remedial and Myotherapeutic techniques. i will definitely go back and refer my friends to Giovanni, ~ José M

Giovanni is an expert in his own area of knowledge, he knows the Body and shares with you his learnings. He is passionate about what he is doing and never stops learning to be able to grow, to teach and to broaden his yet tremendous skills. I had a relaxing massage and I also attended Self-Massage classes in the Dancehouse in Carlton. I always feel amazing after his sessions and I leave with new learnings and techniques to use on my own. Highly recommended! Thank you Giovanni. ~ Florie M

This was unlike any Thai massage I've had before. It was amazing! Giovanni is very professional and talks through the philosophy and why tension builds up in your body. He even gave a few techniques to help self manage parts that tend to become sure and stiff. Giovanni applies the perfect amount of pressure, this style of massage is great. I was so relaxed for the rest of the day and had a deepest sleep that night. I would highly recommend trying this style of massage out. ~ Adam S

I had preeclampsia during my pregnancy and my fluid in my body was so painful I couldn’t walk, once my daughter was born the fluid lingered . A midwife at the hospital suggested a lymphatic massage , as my private health with Defence Giovanni is a preferred provider. After 2 sessions my whole body especially the feet & legs was back to normal. Giovanni was so kind to let my new born baby & husband be in the room during treatment which made me more relax . ~ Anna P

Excellent service, lots of knowledge, and a kind soul behind the company. Gio really knows what he does. Had several sessions with him during the last two years, and did not only had a great experience and pain relief, but also learned a lot about my own body! That's a big highlight for me in terms of the treatment, you not only get a great massage that will help you but you will also understand some of the reasons behind different types of pain you might be feeling. ~ Tomas P

Giovanni has been helping me over the past few months to recover from an injury and address the underlying causes drawing on a range of different approaches and techniques from dry needling to massage to exercises to practice at home. Giovanni really listens and is knowledgeable and forthcoming in explaining what he recommends and why, drawing on diverse approaches. I've appreciated his holistic and tailored approach. ~ Clare K

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