Meridian Massage & Bodywork — Massage therapist in Southampton, England

I’ve been going to Chris since 2022; at first as a runner where I had a recurring hip problem that he was able to fix by hip adjustment. I had been told I had one leg longer the other by another but Chris could see immediately that my hips were not aligned. After that I’m went to him regularly with any niggles. Then in 2023 I was diagnosed with a serious rare condition affecting my nerves which in turn were not firing up my muscles. My muscles began to waste and I had to use walking aids. Chris took it upon himself to research the condition and come up with a plan of action. After a year long treatment plan I have improved greatly. I now only have to go for maintenance sessions. Throughout Chris has always kept me updated and explains what he is doing and what the benefits should be. He is extremely knowledgeable and very skilled with years of experience. I’ve recommended at least 6 people to Chris and they have all had positive outcomes too.

I sought help about severe jaw pain form Chris after many appointments with my GP which went no where. I was feeling quite desperate as the pain was affecting my life. Chris took a thorough history and came up with a care plan, explaining how other factors might be playing into the jaw. He was always kind, encouraging and patient. He is also incredibly knowledgable across a wide variety of disciplines so can draw on different techniques as and when the issue requires it. His is a service the like of which I've not come across before. I would recommend anyone struggling with pain to see him.

I had shoulder, psoas, hip discomfort for years and saw various physios and massages, Chris is the only one who has helped genuinely improve my posture and comfort. He treats the body as a whole not as a single area and really listened to my particular needs.

I was recommended to Chris and had my first session with him, which was a great experience from the start. He took the time to really understand my discomfort, explained what was going on with my body and came up with a clear plan, reassuring me that things would improve. I was dealing with persistent neck, back and shoulder pain, frequent headaches and posture issues that I could not get rid of. I honestly could not recommend him enough. He has been extremely professional, caring and attentive throughout the whole process. I could see and feel improvements after every session, and month by month my pain reduced to the point where I stopped feeling it altogether and started feeling back in control of my life. Chris is incredibly knowledgeable and you can genuinely tell that he understands your body even better than you do, all while explaining everything clearly so it makes complete sense. He also provided helpful stretches and guidance, which made me much more aware of my own body and how to look after it. An excellent practitioner who truly cares about long term results.

Absolutely incredible service that’s has made such a difference to my movement and pain. A problem I’ve had since giving birth to my first child, over 20years ago, which has gradually worsened over years and never been fixed, despite many chiropractor sessions, is now almost gone! Right from the first appointment with Chris, I saw a marked improvement! He’s just wonderful and although the spinal alignments can feel a bit scary, Chris puts you at ease. I always look forward to the sessions because I know I’m going to come away feeling great! He’s a real professional who seriously knows his stuff. I wish I’d seen him years ago! 100% recommended. You won’t be disappointed.

I injured myself lifting a heavy plant pot. I attended minor injuries unit as I was in severe pain in lower back and had difficulty walking. The doctor I saw gave me pain killers and said there would be no harm in having a massage when I asked. I struggled to get out of bed or walk. I booked in to see Chris. I was absolutely amazed. He gave me a thorough examination and manipulation to my lower back and pelvis with a deep tissue massage. One hour later I was walking to town to meet my wife. I could not believe the remedial work Chris had done. I have chronic problems as a a result of psoriatic athropathy which is an inflammatory condition. I have experienced significant back issues since I was 11 years old. I regularly see Chris when things get bad and he is exceptionally thorough, knows anatomy and physiology backwards, he listens really tunes in to what is going on. I have had some very difficult times with pain and he has always helped me. It has been worth every penny.

I was recommended to see Chris at Meridian Massage and Bodywork by a friend. They are over 2 hours away from where I live but I plan on returning soon because my experience was so good. Chris is extremely knowledgable and identified my issues quickly. The massage was intense but very much needed and I felt lighter and so much more free in my movement than I have in a very long time. I highly recommend their services.

Booked in with these guys after injuring my lower back, Natasha soon diagnosed the issue, manipulated it back into position and then stretched & massaged it back to feeling pain free. I was amazed in how quick the transition was, especially having seen osteopaths/chiropractors in the past, with little to no soreness the following day. I've returned for a couple of follow up appointments, where other long term issues were diagnosed and subsequently worked with great success. I've not had any experience with Chris, but Natasha's skills & knowledge were evident, and the whole practice has a really nice feel to it and is comfortable & professional set up. I would highly recommend them, especially having had experience with other practices in the area.

Chris has been excellent in helping with my aches and pains. He is very caring and sensitive. I am a dancer of slight frame and having never received an adjustment or massage before I was initially concerned that it would be painful, but he put me at ease and and his expert advice and tailored treatment has been outstanding. My legs and back feel so much better that I feel I can live a very active life and continue with my other hobbies of football, martial arts, and swimming. Thank you.

Chris has been great at working through a load of old injuries and tight muscle groups that after years of neglect were getting bad. The corrective work and massages have made a big difference along with a great set of stretch exercises to help the work he does last. A thoroughly nice guy who knows his stuff and has made a great difference to how my body feels day to day. Definitely recommended!