I've been getting massages since I was nine years old and I have traveled all over the world. I learned pressure points when I was living in New York city and I found a hole in the wall place that was a gem, with a massussse that taught me in exchange for me helping him advertise (He only spoke Mandarin).
I didn't think I could find another gem like that in LA. But alas I was wrong.
There is a canyon of difference between a good, deep, well paced massage vs a mediocre, rushed, lacking in experience massage. 30 years of experience receiving massage and I thought I had seen and felt it all. But I was wrong.
I am humbled to say that Sunny (my massussse), had proven me wrong and gave me a massage that ranks in the top five best massages I've ever gotten.
They say 10 years is the usual amount of time for true expertise. Well Sunny has achieved that in 9. She was Godly with her hands and feet. Wow. The way she cracked my back was phenomenal. The way she used deep tissue techniques were super super on point. The way she found knots and worked on them was proficient.
If you are from the Western world reading this. Do not think the pain you're experiencing in massage is not "good." It is actually extremely good for you. In the East, the way to get knots out and increase flow of chi in your system is through the relief of knots and massaging pressure points - sometimes causing temporary pain.
Massage in the East is used for medicinal purposes, and used to increase flow, vitality and longevity.
If you're looking for a good massage place - you found it. It's another hole in the wall type of place only locals know about...
Read moreToday was the first time I have ever experienced complete relaxation in what feels like years. I have had upper back/shoulder pain and tension headaches caused by stress, and my physically demanding job. Overtime I have developed bad posture and I read that sometimes our muscles tense up and cause extra pain from not having relief. Thankfully, I have finally found that relief. I had my first deep tissue massage at Thai House Massage. It’s on the second floor in a quiet building with security on the outside. The receptionist was extremely kind and welcoming when I came in for my appointment. I was worried I’d be in a very bright room but the room was dark with some candlelight which added to the ambience and some relaxing music. I undressed and laid on the table when my masseuse came in and began the massage. At first I was nervous since it was my first experience and I had no idea what to expect but the pressure was absolutely perfect. The masseuse was extremely skilled and professional even when my sheet shifted and my rear was visible. Throughout the experience I felt safe, relaxed and reassured. The women here are incredibly gifted in their ability to remove even the gnarliest of knots. I left the place with a gigantic smile on my face and an improved posture. I will be back for more massages in the near future. I highly highly recommend Thai...
Read moreMy back is injured now. Driving in pain and thirsty as hell. Didn't even offer me water or anything after. Thanks. Massage was horrible. I was elbowed to death. I guess she was using elbows because her hands were so rough they were actually scratching me. Kept telling the lady not to use so much pressure. I used to get sunny and she was good but this lady was all spazzed out. Uneven. Would massage one hand and leave the other one. One of my limbs went to sleep and I could feel my heart in my liver. And to top it off she was hovering over me signing my receipt and when I wrote down 10 dollars for tip she demanded 15. The Gall!!!! Never coming back. First time in my life I'm glad a...
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