Remedial Massage
Deep Release & Rebalance Massage
Remedial massage meets the ancient healing of Gyeong-rak acupressure, blending Western muscular technique with Eastern energy work for deep relief and restored balance.
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What Is Gyeong-rak?
An ancient Korean acupressure practice.
Gyeong-rak (also known as Kyung-rak) is an ancient Korean therapy that applies precise pressure along the body’s meridian pathways, the channels through which vital energy, or Qi, flows. In traditional Korean medicine, blockages in these channels are believed to cause imbalance, discomfort and illness.
By applying rhythmic pressure with hands, fingers, elbows or forearms, the practitioner stimulates these acupoints to clear blockages, encourage the body’s natural healing and restore harmony. Developed over centuries, it’s known for addressing not only the physical body but systemic issues such as digestion, fatigue and stress, both a preventive and a restorative therapy.
Integrating Remedial & Energetic Techniques
Structure and flow, in one treatment.
The Deep Release & Rebalance Massage draws on the restorative nature of remedial massage, releasing muscle tension, soft-tissue strain and biomechanical imbalance, while layering in Gyeong-rak’s energetic acupressure. It looks at how the body holds stress, both physically and energetically.
Your therapist combines muscle-specific manipulation with the stimulation of energy pathways, working on structural alignment and internal flow at the same time. This not only relieves musculoskeletal pain but recalibrates the body’s internal systems.
The Feeling After
“A noticeable lightness in the body, a release of tension in places you hadn’t realised you were holding it, and a clarity and calm that lasts well beyond the session.”
Benefits Of Deep Release & Rebalance
Relief that reaches deeper.
This treatment is ideal for anyone with muscular pain or discomfort, particularly when physical pain is compounded by stress, fatigue or emotional strain.
Muscular tension & pain relief
Significant relief from chronic muscle pain, stiffness and tension, improving overall mobility and comfort.
Circulation & lymphatic drainage
Stimulates circulation, delivering oxygen and nutrients to muscle tissue while helping the body eliminate toxins.
Improved energy flow
Clears blockages within the meridian system, restoring vitality and promoting sustained energy levels.
Reduced stress & anxiety
Encourages deep relaxation and balances the nervous system, easing stress, anxiety and associated symptoms.
Digestive & immune support
Traditional acupressure techniques can positively influence digestion and immunity, supporting systemic health.
Headache & migraine relief
Targeted pressure on specific meridian points can ease tension headaches and reduce migraine frequency and intensity.
Your Therapists
Trained in East and West.
Helena (Yeonhui) Joe
Remedial & Gyeong-rak Therapist
With over 25 years of experience in both Korea and Australia, Helena brings a deeply intuitive and informed approach. Trained in both Western remedial techniques and traditional Eastern therapies, she draws from a diverse skill set to offer treatments that are both therapeutic and restorative.
She holds an Advanced Diploma in Myotherapy and specialised training in Korean acupressure, often blending structural muscle release with energetic balance. Whether working with chronic tension, stress-related fatigue or energetic imbalance, she tailors each treatment for a grounded, precise experience that leaves clients feeling lighter, clearer and more connected.
Soonyi Needs
Massage Therapist
Soonyi brings a wealth of experience from both clinical settings and luxury spa environments, blending real skill with a deeply caring presence. Her treatments are restorative yet therapeutic, shaped to meet each client’s individual needs.
Trained in Korean Gyeong-rak, Remedial, Deep Tissue, Shiatsu, Hot Stone, Aromatherapy, Lymphatic Drainage, Pregnancy and Facial Massage, she weaves techniques together to release tension and create balance. Her calm, nurturing approach makes each treatment an experience of genuine care.
As with all treatments at Selph, your therapist can see and discuss your past and current treatments with any other Selph practitioner you’re seeing, keeping your wellness plan cohesive across every discipline. You can also gift this treatment, in 60 or 90 minute sessions.
Release, Rebalance & Restore
