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Healing Body Therapy International

Updated 2026-09-21 · 5,628 reviewed · 264 listed · Scored from 291 Google reviews · How we rank ›

4.9(291) 89 composite score See reviews on Google ✓ Google-verified
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Healing Body Therapy International
Location
Rosebank, Johannesburg
Services
Detox & Fasting Retreats, Spa & Wellness Retreats, Medical Wellness & Weight-Loss Clinics
Reviews
291
Best for
people seeking relief from chronic tension and back pain

Business data from Google Business Profile, checked 2026-09-21.

What do customers say?

Deep tissue and Shiatsu massage stand out here. Victor, Felicia, and Hillary customize each session to target accumulated tension and chronic pain, and reviewers consistently report leaving refreshed and pain-free, even after years of seeking better treatment elsewhere.

Praised for
  • skilled massage therapists
  • personalized pressure and technique
  • tension and pain relief
  • warm and professional staff
  • therapeutic atmosphere
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Best for: people seeking relief from chronic tension and back pain

What stands out?

  • Victor's specialized Shiatsu and deep tissue technique
  • pain relief and tension management
  • therapists customize pressure to individual needs
  • warm, welcoming team

Worth knowing

  • Victor specializes in Shiatsu and deep tissue massage
  • Felicia and Hillary also provide treatments
  • therapists use Bomba tool during sessions
  • postpartum back pain relief noted
  • group sessions available

How it compares

  • Rated 4.9 against a 4.59 average across the 244 spa & wellness retreats businesses listed here.
  • Has more Google reviews than 77% of the businesses in this directory.

How the score was calculated

Ranking Method
Star rating 92
Review volume 100
Review recency 100
Review sentiment 81
Profile completeness 75
Verification 30

Rating breakdown

5
269
4
14
3
2
2
2
1
4

Frequently asked questions

Can I book a group massage session?
Yes, reviewers mention sharing 90-minute group massages with friends; contact the business to arrange.
Who are the therapists?
Victor specializes in deep tissue and Shiatsu. Felicia and Hillary also provide treatments.
What if I have chronic back pain?
Therapists customize pressure and technique to target problem areas and find the root cause of pain, according to reviewers.
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Last updated 2026-09-21