Q. Where will my massage or bodywork session take place?
A. Your massage or bodywork session will take place in a warm, comfortable, quiet room. Music may be played to help you relax. You will lie on a table especially designed for your comfort.

Q. Must I be completely undressed?
A. Some massage and bodywork techniques are traditionally performed with the client unclothed, while others are performed clothed; however, it is entirely up to you what you want to wear. You should undress to your level of comfort. If unclothed, you will be properly draped during the entire session.

Q. Will the practitioner be present when I disrobe?
A. The practitioner will leave the room while you undress, relax onto the table, and cover yourself with a clean sheet or towel.

Q. Will I be covered during the session?
A. You will be properly draped at all times to keep you warm and comfortable. Only the area being worked on will be exposed.

Q. What parts of my body will be massaged?
A. For sessions focusing on specific issues, your therapist will inform you prior to the session what areas will be worked on Clinical work focuses only on areas related to the problem, while full-body session includes work on your back, arms, legs, feet, hands, head, neck, and shoulders. 

Q. What will the massage or bodywork feel like?
A. Specific work for trigger points, chronic issues, or injuries typically involve a targeted approach that gradually works down through the tissue levels from the appropriate spinal segment(s) to the local area as indicated in the evaluation.

Q. Are there different kinds of massage and bodywork?
A. There are numerous types of massage and bodywork; various techniques utilize different strokes, including basic rubbing strokes, rocking movement, posture and movement re-education, application of pressure to specific points, and more. We can discuss which methods may be most appropriate for you.

Q. What should I do during the massage or bodywork session?
A. Prior to the massage, feel free to ask the practitioner any questions about the technique or the upcoming session. During the massage, make yourself comfortable. The practitioner will either gently move you or tell you what is needed throughout the session (such as lifting your arm). Many people just close their eyes and completely relax, communicating about pressure, temperature, or anything else relevant to the session. If you have any questions regarding the session or about the particular technique you are receiving, feel free to ask.

Q. How will I feel after the massage or bodywork session?
A. Most people feel very relaxed. It is also possible to feel some tenderness following work on problem areas. Typically, increased ease and range of movement is also experienced along with freedom from long-term aches and pains developed from tension or repetitive activity. I will review expectations & recommendations depending on the type of work received at your session.

Q. What are the benefits of massage and bodywork?
A. Massage and bodywork can help release chronic muscular tension and pain, improve circulation, increase joint flexibility, reduce mental and physical fatigue and stress, promote faster healing of injured muscular tissue, improve posture, and reduce blood pressure. Massage and bodywork is also known to promote better sleep, improve concentration, reduce anxiety and create an overall sense of well-being.

Q. Are there any medical conditions that would make massage or bodywork inadvisable?
A. Yes. That's why I ask general health questions before your session. It is very important that you inform me of any health problems or medications you are taking. If you are under a doctor's care, it is strongly advised that you receive a written recommendation for massage or bodywork prior to any session. Depending on the condition, approval from your doctor may be required.

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Q. Are their areas of the body that will not be massaged?

A. Yes. There are specifically several areas of the body that will not be massaged such as:  areas close to the genitals or genitals (no exception), breasts (no exception), feet (unless otherwise client specifically asks for treatment) and glutes (unless practitioner asks permission, with client consent if or when that area is part of the medical or muscular area(s) that needs treatment. We are a professional business and ask all individual's to keep a professional relationship without inappropriate and unnecessary propositions making the therapist feel uncomfortable.

 

Q. What happens if I mistakenly ask or physically do a violation during a massage?

A. Any new or recurring client in violation of inappropriate harassment regardless of 1st offense is subject to be asked to stop this action if or when it arises and will be given a warning of their massage session ending abruptly and we will have the right to ask you to dress and leave without incident along with the right to refuse a refund for the massage session regardless of incomplete outcome as a result of our policy violation. We take our business very serious and we expect nothing less than a professional relationship of healthy boundaries to be established and maintained with integrity, so failure to comply will also result in blocking your chances of being served at our business ever again and will result in therapist filing a domestic charge against you for harassment. We appreciate the understanding of each individual as it pertains to the compliance of our business policy for the safety of the therapist.

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Q. What should I expect during my first massage?

A. You should expect a brief overview of how massage works and how to best comfort yourself to receive the massage for the best outcome. Your therapist may also ask you a few questions pertaining to preferences during your massage such as: Is music okay, are any smells bothersome, are you comfortable or should we make adjustments anywhere, what pressure is best for you are just a few.

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Q. Is massage painful?

A. Massage should never be painful. We ask several times during your massage how your pressure feels to gauge a comfortable amount that will help you relax and go with the flow. Otherwise if receiving a deep tissue as one example, may prove to be too uncomfortable for some people while not others. Deep tissue can take on a much firmer approach than a Swedish massage for an example therefore we make adjustments to your pressure as to avoid any painful feeling during your massage. We try to establish an open communication between the therapist and client to ensure a relaxing experience.

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Q. How often should I get a massage?

A. How often any one person gets a massage is dependent on what the purpose of the therapeutic massage is, for an example if you are just wanting to relax and unwind from your week you may choose to receive a massage 2 or more times per month. If you are attempting to manage pain or muscle imbalances as another example you may benefit from weekly massages and in some cases twice per week until the body is brought into some balance where you begin to feel looser, and with less pain or stiffness. Each person will choose what's best for them but if you're in need of a massage type and session recommendation, we would be happy to detail the timeline for the best outcome for your situation or at least an approximate as results may vary from person to person.

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Q. What are the benefits of massage?

A. Massage is increasingly being offered along with standard treatment for a wide range of medical conditions and situations. If you have never tried massage, read on to learn about its many benefits.

A common misconception about massage is that it's only part of a spa day and intended for pampering yourself. While this may be true for some people, it is most frequently a tool for stress reduction and pain relief.

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Some specific conditions that massage can help include:

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• Anxiety

• Depression

• Digestive disorders

• Fibromyalgia

• Headache

• Insomnia

• Nerve pain

• Postoperative care

• Scar tissue

• Soft tissue strains and injuries

• Sports injuries

• Temporomandibular (TMJ) disorders

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Physical benefits

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For most patients, massage therapy is an important part of specific medical treatment plans to help them return to daily activities. For example, massage therapy is helpful after joint replacement surgery or injury.

 

Physical benefits of massage include:

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• Improved circulation

• Decreased muscle stiffness

• Decreased joint inflammation

• Better quality of sleep

• Quicker recovery between workouts

• Improved flexibility

• Less pain and soreness

• Strengthened immune response

 

Mental benefits

 

Massage also has many mental health benefits. Even people who are focused on the physical benefits say they feel less stressed after getting a massage.

 

Other mental benefits include:​

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• Lower stress levels

• Improved relaxation

• Improved mood

• Decreased anxiety

• More energy

• Increase feeling of wellness

 

After a massage

 

It's common to feel relaxed, tired or even sore after a massage. This is because your muscles are being worked by the massage therapist. After a massage, it may feel like you completed a workout. It is possible to experience a headache or nausea after a massage.

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Some people think that massage must hurt to help. But a massage doesn't need to be painful to be effective.

If your massage therapist is pushing too hard, ask for lighter pressure. Occasionally you may have a sensitive spot in a muscle that feels like a knot. It's likely to be uncomfortable while your massage therapist works it out. But if it becomes painful, speak up. Most serious problems come from too much pressure during a massage.