Tauranga Massage Collective is a team of massage therapists at 77 Devonport Road in Tauranga Central, based in The Pilates Loft. It describes itself as a clinical massage practice, with remedial, therapeutic, deep tissue, sports and relaxation massage. The stated aim is to find the source of pain, not just ease the area that hurts. The website describes treatments for hip bursitis, back and shoulder pain after a car accident, and chronic neck and hip pain. Some therapists also offer lymphatic drainage, pregnancy and post-partum massage, and energetic healing. Phone 021 027 27838.
Customers say the deep tissue massage is intense, head to toe, and that it has helped with neck pain and trigger points. One reviewer who has been treated for chronic pain in the neck and hips said the therapists are skilled and gentle at once. Another said a massage left them feeling relaxed as well as relieved. The facilities and atmosphere get praise. Nearby, the only other massage therapist within a kilometre with ten or more reviews is Thai Massage, 0.4 km away, rated 5.0 from 10 reviews. Our pick in central Tauranga for deep tissue work on a stubborn neck or hip.