Remedial Massage along the Camino

[healthytoo]

I have been having regular massages (the Masseus at my Phiosiothearpist's Rooms) to release muscle tension during my Camino preparation. I'd like to continue this throughout my journey, and plan to search for Massage services on my "days off".

I have a rest day in each of these places: Pamplona, Viana, Burgos, Sahagun, Leon, Ponferada, Sarria and of course Santiago de Campostella.

I've looked through the previously asked questions but haven't found anything helpful. I've also searched on the web, but thought some of you would be able to help.

Also, what might be some Spanish words & phrases I might need when booking etc?

There are actually 6 of us travelling together from the Sunshine Coast Qld Australia. We arrive in SJPdP on the 2May & walk out on the 4th.

Thanks in advance. This Forum has been extremely helpful so far
Enrica
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[Wyvernsridge]

Hello Enrica:

This organisation in Pamplona advertises specifically for Pilgrims. They might be able to help you also with who to contact in the other cities you mentioned.

http://ultreiabuencamino.com/masajes-para-peregrinos/

cheers

Alex

 

[Sue M]

Not quite what you're after I think, but there is an amazing man who holds a clinic under the stairs at the albergue in Santo Domingo de la Calzada. He specialises in feet and without him my pilgrimage would have ended right there. I also saw him manipulating legs and arms. He doesn't charge but welcomes donations.

 

[MoniRose]

I was also treated by this man. He cared for my feet and even made new temporary arches for my boots! It is not a message but if you're having any difficulty I would recommend stopping in to see him. He was well worth the time and donation! - Monica :arrow:

 

[k-fun]

In 2011, I had a wonderful massage by Manuel, a hospitalero at the municipal albergue in Azofra at the suggestion of others who had had his massages. I highly recommend him.

 

[healthytoo]

Hello Enrica:

This organisation in Pamplona advertises specifically for Pilgrims. They might be able to help you also with who to contact in the other cities you mentioned.

http://ultreiabuencamino.com/masajes-para-peregrinos/

cheers

Alex

Thanks Alex, I'll make an advance booking.
Enrica

 

[Rebekah Scott]

I can highly recommend David, a talented therapeutic masajista who has offices in Sahagun and Leon. He´s a camino veteran, his prices are more than reasonable, and he speaks English! Phone is 609 470 232.

 

[healthytoo]

Hey come on everyone...surely there are more ideas of where I can have a remedial massage along the way! I've just discovered that my muscle & tendon problems of the last 4 months have been caused by taking "statin" drugs for lowering cholesterol. I've stopped taking those, but will need muscle "tweeking". I leave tomorrow and will need physio/massage along the way....not just for relaxation. Anyone want to add something here?
Enrica

 

[healthytoo]

I can highly recommend David, a talented therapeutic masajista who has offices in Sahagun and Leon. He´s a camino veteran, his prices are more than reasonable, and he speaks English! Phone is 609 470 232.

Thanks Rebekah, I'll get in touch with him
Enrica

 

[jhmflorida]

I can highly recommend David, a talented therapeutic masajista who has offices in Sahagun and Leon. He´s a camino veteran, his prices are more than reasonable, and he speaks English! Phone is 609 470 232.

We agree with Rebekah. My wife Joni had a massage with David today in Leon and she said it was terrific. He also helped her with some feet and blister issues.
His business, Centros de Masaje is near the Cathedral and his website is http://www.davidayuda.com/
Enjoy!

 

[naplesdon]

In Villatuerta, the owner of the albergue Casa Magica, Miguel offers massages in addition to some mystic insights. It's great albergue in which to unwind with a very nice terrace and large communal kitchen.

 

[KinkyOne]

I remember from my Camino 2011 that in Los Arcos albergue Casa Austria there was an Argentinian guy (Claudio) who offered massage to the pilgrims.
And in Astorga Albergue St.Javier had a massage table (bed???) so I guess there was some massage offered also.

Enjoy :wink:

 

[Robo]

I will certainly be learning the Spanish for 'Remedial Massage'!

Just got off the table from our regular guy who I have not seen in over a year. I had forgotten how great it makes me feel!

And he found lots of muscle issues to fix......... But remarked that my legs are getting much stronger. So at least the training is paying off.

I suggested he come with me a set up a 'tent' somewhere along the CF

(A regular visit from 'Patrick' will now be forming part of my training regime)

 

[allykat]

Not quite what you're after I think, but there is an amazing man who holds a clinic under the stairs at the albergue in Santo Domingo de la Calzada. He specialises in feet and without him my pilgrimage would have ended right there. I also saw him manipulating legs and arms. He doesn't charge but welcomes donations.

Yes! This guy was great, he looked at all my friends, and I thought to myself "Maybe he could help my pain in my ankle?" I decided not to waste his time but then my friend insisted. I sat in front of him and after a lot of concerned looks he spoke in rapid Spanish to my Brazillian friend. To make a long story short, a few minutes later I was walking into the local hospital with a potential blood clot! It turned out it was just a circulation issue, but the doctor agreed with him that I could have had issues if I hadn't seen him sooner, they also gave me some anxiety medicine and sent me on my way. That man was a god send for me!

@healthytoo I wouldn't worry too much about finding services. Nearly every "bigger" town had someone offering them. We went to see one "Shaman" who massaged and wrapped everyone's feet. We met a priest who asked to wash my feet. We asked our Hospitalero for a foot doctor and got two options in Logrono... not that I can remember them unfortunately. People offer these services all over, most out of their homes, but if you ask the people who run the albergue you go to, they'll know someone to send you to.

 

[Telelama]

I have been having regular massages (the Masseus at my Phiosiothearpist's Rooms) to release muscle tension during my Camino preparation. I'd like to continue this throughout my journey, and plan to search for Massage services on my "days off".

I have a rest day in each of these places: Pamplona, Viana, Burgos, Sahagun, Leon, Ponferada, Sarria and of course Santiago de Campostella.

I've looked through the previously asked questions but haven't found anything helpful. I've also searched on the web, but thought some of you would be able to help.

Also, what might be some Spanish words & phrases I might need when booking etc?

There are actually 6 of us travelling together from the Sunshine Coast Qld Australia. We arrive in SJPdP on the 2May & walk out on the 4th.

Thanks in advance. This Forum has been extremely helpful so far
Enrica
Thanks

We had a massage in Burgos. Very clinical, sterile environment, with the massage therapist in scrubs and Crocs; no soft lighting and music here! My wife thought it was very rough. I had to tell him to take it easy in the first minutes since the very large knots in my calf's had not yet been loosened up enough for that level of roughness. I described it later as a meth addicted baker frantically kneading the dough at 3:00 AM. Having said that, it helped a lot and I recommend it. It was called Kineto Physic or something like that. It was on Calle Calatravas, across from the Mercado Sur. It is in easy walking distance from the cathedral. They have a couple of signs along the Camino coming into Burgos, I recall seeing the first flyer on a fence or something like that by the Burgos airport. Take a picture of the sign and call them to make a reservation.

 

[Ken C.]

I have been having regular massages (the Masseus at my Phiosiothearpist's Rooms) to release muscle tension during my Camino preparation. I'd like to continue this throughout my journey, and plan to search for Massage services on my "days off".

I have a rest day in each of these places: Pamplona, Viana, Burgos, Sahagun, Leon, Ponferada, Sarria and of course Santiago de Campostella.

I've looked through the previously asked questions but haven't found anything helpful. I've also searched on the web, but thought some of you would be able to help.

Also, what might be some Spanish words & phrases I might need when booking etc?

There are actually 6 of us travelling together from the Sunshine Coast Qld Australia. We arrive in SJPdP on the 2May & walk out on the 4th.

Thanks in advance. This Forum has been extremely helpful so far
Enrica
Thanks

Hi Enrica welcome to the forum. My wife and I completed the Francis route last Sept. and we had no difficulty arranging massages anywhere along the route. Most alberques are able to give an onsite massage or recommend a service in the village. As mentioned by others the larger cities and towns have clinics that specialize in serving the special needs of the walking pilgrim -foot care ,neck and back massage and of course those ever tightening hamstrings. You will have no problem finding a massage but you may find some of the services you receive may not be what you are used too. My suggestion is to ask the hospitalier if there is somebody in town who could provide you with the type of massage you want-deep tissue, foot, relaxation,neck back etc. and just let the Camino provide -it will.

 

[waveprof]

A lot of albuergues have pushipin advert boards where local people can advertise services for peregrinos, massages are a common one.