Ben Tolson Therapies — Sports massage therapist in Bristol, England

5.0★★★★★★★★★★(124 reviews)

Addressc/o Cotham Chiropractic Clinic 3 Cotham Rd BS6 6DG, Bristol, ENG

Phone+441172872041

Websitebentolson.co.uk

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Ben Tolson is a sports massage therapist in Bristol, England, focused on helping clients achieve pain-free movement. He offers a range of massage treatments designed to relieve pain, promote relaxation, and restore mobility. Ben utilizes advanced knowledge of anatomy and injuries to address the biomechanical source of discomfort, aiming for quick, fast, and long-lasting results through a combination of therapies. His treatments are available at Cotham Chiropractic Clinic, easily accessible from central Bristol and Clifton Village. Ben treats various conditions including neck pain, back pain, shoulder issues, and sports injuries, tailoring treatments to individual needs after an initial assessment. He also provides advice and aftercare to support lasting recovery.

Best for

  • Individuals with chronic pain
  • Those experiencing sports injuries
  • Clients seeking pain relief and improved mobility
  • People with posture-related issues
Key servicesSports Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Fascial Manipulation, Spinal Manipulation, Acupuncture, Kinesio Taping
Tagssports massage, bristol, pain relief, mobility, injury recovery, deep tissue, acupuncture, fascial manipulation, posture correction, musculoskeletal pain

Reviews on Google5.0 · 124 reviews

★★★★★★★★★★Ben ForrestMar 2026

Somebody recommended Ben and I’m glad they did. He’s got a very friendly approach and has massively helped me with my tight hip/glute issues. Always feel much better after a sports massage with Ben.

★★★★★★★★★★Zelda AndrewsFeb 2026

Ben has a great reassuring manner, and has helped me lessen pain and stiffness in my back and leg.

★★★★★★★★★★Pete WilliamsJan 2026

Great to see Ben today. I have shoulder impingement exacerbated by painting ceilings and strenuous work with my arm above my head. I have seen Ben with a few different injuries/stresses over the years and he has always provided excellent service and care - with physio, manipulation and acupuncture. I have been in pain since before Christmas and was desperate for some help to improve the condition. Today was no different with an accurate diagnosis by Ben and first rate treatment. Ben offers great information regarding the injury, simple explanation of what the problem is and hands on treatment. Very grateful I was able to make an appointment quickly when I realised that I needed treatment by Ben. I would definitely recommend him and will be back next week for some further treatment as well as following his advice on exercise and self care. Thanks again Ben!

★★★★★★★★★★Adam PinfoldDec 2025

Went to see Ben after having some troublesome pain at the back of the knee for a couple of months. Straight away he spotted that my hip was actually causing the knee problem and was able to reposition it and get me on the road to recovery. I noticed an improvement straight away and he has also given me some helpful stretches to strengthen my leg so that I can play footy again. He is definitely my go-to physio from now on and highly recommended.

★★★★★★★★★★Kwang SujinnoNov 2025

I had my first session with Ben, recommended by my husband. I’ve been struggling with lower back pain for a few months and after just one session, I already feel so much relief. Ben is very professional, clearly knows what he’s doing, and made me feel completely comfortable throughout the session. He’s also super friendly, which really helps if it’s your first time. I’ve already booked my second session, highly recommend!

★★★★★★★★★★Jackie BlackwellNov 2025

Ben put me at ease immediately with his “no frills” and friendly approach. I have every confidence in his treatment and I can say that I always feel much better after a session with him. I have no hesitation in recommending him.

★★★★★★★★★★Julian BattOct 2025

I have been treated by Ben for many years as I have damage to my lower back, the treatment have reduced my pain almost immediately to a low level so that I have been able to get back to work. I have recently had a severe crush injury breaking many bones and following the acute stage, Ben has been treating me for the pain due to muscle damage, which has been successful to a level where I can now sleep. I would recommend his treatment, both acupuncture and remedial massage

★★★★★★★★★★Ryan JonesJul 2025

I have seen ben numerous times to fix an ongoing issue with my shoulder. Ben ensures he covers every aspect from head to toe when identifying the triggers causing the pain. Ben takes his time and does a fantastic job in identifying the triggers and using a range of different techniques in order to treat the issue from acupuncture to joint adjustment and massage. I would not hesitate to recommend him and will continue to visit monthly to ensure I am moving well and pain free.

★★★★★★★★★★raymond schuitJul 2025

I have been seeing Ben regularly for massage therapy and he is amazing. I came to him with chronic back pain from an arched spine, and over time my posture has improved so much and the pain has eased dramatically. Ben is professional, knowledgeable, and always tailors the treatment to what I need. I always leave feeling better. Highly recommend!

★★★★★★★★★★sissies funtimeJan 2025

I saw Ben today following a recommendation from my son. I've had limited neck movement, headaches and migraines for several months. Today Ben has treated me so I now have full neck movement and understand more about why this was happening. So far so good on the headaches too. I live in Devon but Ben is worth the trip and I am advising my sister to travel from London to see him. Thank you Ben, I can't tell you how much better I feel.

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