I have visited many times and mostly have seen Cici. I have chronic lower back and hip tightness…read moreso I am very particular about getting massages. I have had bad experiences at other places. Cici has Excellent massage technique and was able to work on my hips to get them loosened up Also Cici is quite polite and professional Easy to set up an appointment and the ladies are always on time. Room towels and table were very clean. I enjoyed the hot rocks half was thru session. Definitely would recommend and will be going back many more times

Been here quite a few times for couples massage and we love it! From the strong masseuse's, hot…read morestones, scented oils, and peaceful music, it's truly so lovely and relaxing! We usually go in the evening as well so it's the perfect way to end the day. Highly recommend.

Julia is a life-changer. It is very difficult to find a massage therapist that is both…read moreknowledgeable and effective in his/her craft. Julia is both. I'm an active person, and in just the first session, I noticed a significant decrease in my lower back pain and tight IT bands and hips. She is a miracle worker. I would highly recommend her!

Julia is amazing! I saw her 4-5 times in my 2nd and 3rd trimester and she was great. I had a pretty…read moreeasy pregnancy overall but definitely suffered from low back pain and extremely tight legs and she really helped. I hope to make it back to her studio (when I can get time away from baby...)! Thanks Julia.

I scheduled an appointment with Eastern Roots Wellness after confirming that they accepted…read moreinsurance, including my United Healthcare plan which covers acupuncture. I booked the visit a couple of weeks in advance, completed all required forms, and provided my insurance information. They also required full payment upfront, explaining it would be adjusted later to account for any copays or insurance coverage. When I arrived for the appointment, the receptionist immediately informed me that Eastern Roots was not in-network with United Healthcare and that I could instead submit an out-of-network claim. That was not an acceptable option, as out-of-network costs are significantly higher. It was clear the practice knew this in advance but failed to notify me until after I had driven over an hour to get there. When I requested a refund--since I was unwilling to proceed with a provider that misrepresented their insurance status--they refused, citing their 24-hour cancellation policy. However, I hadn't canceled the appointment; I arrived in good faith, expecting coverage. Only once I learned the true facts, which the clinic already knew, did I decline to continue. To make matters worse, the owner, Sarah Alemi, did not speak with me directly and instead sent an email referencing the cancellation policy. At this point, I have disputed the charge with my credit card company. I would strongly caution others to verify network participation and transparency before booking with this practice

Dr Sarah is amazing! She is a great listener and adjusts her treatments based on input from…read morepatients. Easy to schedule an appointment and always accessible to answer questions. I'm so glad I found her!

I am a 49 year old male who keeps in reasonably good shape. In April 2011 I began having upper…read moreback problems. Having used massage to work out knotted muscles in the past, I went for a few massages. My back pain would get somewhat better for a day or two but then return. Over the summer of 2011 I went to a chiropractor to see if perhaps my back pain was caused by more than a muscular issue. After a few months of manipulations and more massages, my pain had subsided some, but it was still limiting my range of motion and was ever present. In September 2011 I stopped seeing my chiropractor because it no longer seemed to be helping to reduce my pain. In October 2011 I saw an advertisement for the Pain Relief Center of Fairfax, which represented Cybil Louie as both a pain relief specialist as well as a posture expert. Since my wife had been mentioning that I appeared "slumped over" in recent months, I decided to see if the Pain Relief Center could help reduce my pain. In my initial consultation, Ms. Louie interviewed me regarding the specifics of my pain, and then analyzed my posture. She took some photographs and measurements, and then showed me visually where my shoulders were curling in, my neck was tilting forward, my knees were locked in a hyper-extended position, and my lower back was curving in. She explained how each of these issues were collectively causing my upper back muscles and ligaments to become over-stretched, and hypothesized that this could very well be the cause of my back pain. Ms. Louie then performed a therapeutic posture massage, which was far more focused on relaxing the specific muscles in my back that were under tension than any massage I have had before. She then gave me a few exercises to perform daily that were designed to begin the process of correcting my posture in order to reduce the tension in my overstretched back muscles. At first I was somewhat skeptical but performed the exercises regularly. I returned to the Pain Relied Center the following week feeling much better than I had in a long time. After another therapeutic posture massage, Ms. Louie gave me a third exercise to add to my daily routine. After a few more weeks she shifted some of the exercises to begin strengthening specific muscle groups in my back. I am about halfway through a 12 week posture therapy program, and my pain has subsided to the point where I only feel back pain when I exaggerate motion or sit in a chair with poor posture. I am 100% convinced that over-stretched muscles due to decades of poor posture was the cause of my pain. Now that my awareness has been raised on my posture, and I have proper exercises and techniques to begin the process of correcting my unique issues, I'm feeling little pain and my wife has already noticed that I'm walking more upright. Ms. Louie mentioned to me that "slumping over" and bad posture are becoming an epidemic in our society as electronic devices such as smart phones, laptops, iPads, and gaming systems have Americans sitting for extended periods of time looking down. She explained that this trains the body to think this is the natural position for the head which is driving us to become a slumped over society. She went on to explain that this problem is unfortunately very pronounced in younger people who are generally more addicted to their electronic gadgets than adults. To anyone who chooses to work with the Pain Relief Center of Fairfax, my advice is to listen carefully to what Ms. Louie has to say about posture, and commit yourself to doing the exercises! I'm convinced that it's the combination of therapeutic massage with posture exercises that is needed to improve posture and reduce pain. Thus, I enthusiastically endorse the Pain Relief Center of Fairfax. M.R., Fairfax, VA

Finally relief from shoulder pain-not a day spa kind of massage but a treatment for pain that was…read morepersistent. Cybil also showed me how to change movement & posture to avoid creating pain again.

I had my very FIRST appointment for a neck, shoulder, and back massage today, and it was simply…read morePHENOMENAL!!!! I received my massage from Eye and she was just incredibly AMAZING!!! Although I only placed an order for the neck, shoulder, and back massage, I received a full body massage. However, the very first thing that was done was a foot and leg scrub, and it was just amazing as well! Eye even massage my scalp and my face, but she was very careful with everything which I appreciated very much. She made sure to put paper towels on everything and was very careful with everything which I appreciated. Afterwards, she even asked me if I wanted anything to drink like water or hot tea and I asked for hot tea, which was ginger and Jasmine. Everything was perfect!! I definitely look forward to scheduling an appointment every month!! I'll definitely be recommending this massage parlor to all of my friends!! The pricing is very reasonable!!

I received a generous gift certificate for a 90 minute traditional Thai massage and I enjoyed it so…read moremuch that I plan to add Malee to my self care rotation! I was able to book an appointment online through their system and received a confirmation text as well as a voicemail to confirm my appointment on the day before my service. Upon check-in, you will fill out their health/waiver form where you can also indicate which areas that you'd like them to focus on. Water and tea is also offered prior to starting your service as well. Ta was my masseuse and she was AMAZING! I literally felt like she bent me like a pretzel and applied pressure to the places that I needed it the most... it hurt so good! 90 minutes flew by quickly and I left feeling relaxed and refreshed. In addition to traditional Thai massage, they also offer a signature massage which combines both Thai and Western massage techniques, a head massage focusing on head, neck, back, and shoulders, and hand and foot reflexology.

Love love this place for massage especially the feet and legs. The price here super reasonable and…read moredefinitely get deep in your tissue. The only downside is no private room just massage beds for full body and soft comfy love seat for leg massage. The place always gets busy on weekend, and they have the regular clients, so I suggest you call instead of just walk in

Woah! Best experience I had in a long time. I walked in…read morethinking I was at the right place, but realized I wasn't. The front desk thankfully was able to fit me in for a 40 minute massage! No oils, just straight up acupressure! The therapist was able to release so much of my tension and knots that most people wouldn't be able to do. I forgot the name of the therapist, but I will 100% be back for him! Every week!

They are not competing with the area's competitors. They know the right ways to greet customers…read morebut, it ends there. They know what to do to pull the customers in, they even have the right staff, they just don't go above and beyond to keep a customer coming back. I guarantee if they did that, the establishment would make more money. Definitely no reason for me to come back till the "upgrade" happens.

This spa would get the award for the most unprofessional spa in the country. my dog could give me a…read morebetter massage. there alot of options in Fairfax county. flip a coin and pick one. Save your money make yourself happy

This is the only place I go for massages. Even though there are so many establishments around, this…read moreis the only one I trust. Good prices, back walking as an add on option, and stretches that really loosen you up. Can't wait for my next one!

My husband and I came here for a couple's massage--I had a prenatal massage and he chose a deep…read moretissue. At first, I was a bit put off because our appointment kept getting pushed back, and since we had lunch plans, I was worried it might be delayed too much or even canceled. The staff were friendly, though the overall environment wasn't especially impressive. That said, I really enjoyed my massage. I even fell asleep a couple of times, which almost never happens for me in unfamiliar places. Most importantly, I left feeling much better. I do think I'll come back again, and if you're in the neighborhood, it's definitely worth giving this place a try.

I had an amazing massage today, and it exceeded all of my expectations! The therapist was…read moreincredibly professional, attentive, and highly skilled. Every technique was performed with the perfect amount of pressure, helping to release tension and leaving my entire body feeling relaxed and refreshed.

I had an amazing experience at Unique Spa!!! I bought a Groupon for a "90-Minute Body Massage with…read moreHot Stone, Essential Oil, Heating Neck Pillow and Mini Facial" (wow that's a mouthful) and it was a great deal. Schedule was super easy - call if you have a Groupon. My massage therapist was Vivian and I couldn't recommend her more. I have very tight shoulder and neck knots as well as tight calves, so I wanted that to be the focus of the massage. Vivian WORKED my muscles in the best way. She had a very firm hand without it being painful. I would definitely come back and schedule with her!! I'm a big fan of hot stone massages and I would recommend it if you have tight muscles/need some extra relaxation. I also haven't had a massage in over 6 months, so the hot stones helped easy a lot of my tension. I'm 100% going to come back again!