Frequently Asked Questions
START Here! This is your session. Speak up! Why is this so important? If you want anything changed pressure, areas worked on, positions, or if you are too hot or too cold, speak up! You will not hurt your therapist's feelings by asking for something that will make you more comfortable. Your therapist wants this to be the best experience for you, customized to fit your immediate needs. Also, what you request in one session may be much different in another. If you had a full body massage your last appointment, but this time you only want your neck, shoulders and arms worked on this time- that's fine! Again it's your session. We want to make you comfortable. We guarantee to communicate and listen to your needs, so you leave satisfied every time. So please speak up! You will enjoy your sessions so much more!
Your massage therapist may require you to fill out a health history form. Afterward, the therapist will begin by asking you general questions to establish what areas you would like worked on if any conditions are needing to be addressed and to determine if massage is appropriate for you. Your massage therapist may perform certain assessments and testing to evaluate your condition and to see if you have any presenting complaints.
It is important to list all health concerns and medications so the therapist can adapt the session to your specific needs without doing any harm. It is also important to list any allergies so the therapist is aware if he/she needs to use a different oil or lotion, etc. during the session.
Make yourself comfortable. If your therapist wants you to adjust your position, she/he will either move you or will ask you to move what is needed. Otherwise, change your position anytime to make yourself more comfortable.
Many people close their eyes and relax completely during a session; others prefer to talk. It's up to you. It is your massage, and whatever feels natural to you is the best way to relax. Do not hesitate to ask questions at any time.
Massage should NOT HURT. Deep tissue may be a little uncomfortable at the time, on a scale from 1-10 you may experience up to a 7 on the scale, please communicate with your therapist as anything more can be counterproductive. Massage will differ on the type of treatment and the depth of the strokes. A light, relaxing massage that doesn't probe very deep into the muscles, shouldn't hurt. Massage should NOT be painful or feel abusive- there is a 'feel so good' hurt and an 'ouch, stop it' hurt. A good massage, even a really deep tissue massage, should always stay in the 'feels so good' hurt range.
Pain can be an indication that the muscle is possibly injured or inflamed, and pressure should be adjusted. Also, pain can cause you to tighten up and negate the relaxing effects of the massage. The most effective and deepest massage always works with your body's natural response, not against it.
Frequently Asked Questions
START Here! This is your session. Speak up! Why is this so important? If you want anything changed pressure, areas worked on, positions or if you are too hot or too cold, speak up! You will not hurt your therapist feelings by asking for something that will make you more comfortable. Your therapist wants this to be the best experience for you, customized to fit your immediate needs. Also what you request in one session may be much different in another. If you had a full body massage your last appointment but this time you only want your neck,shoulders and arms worked on this time- that's fine! again it's your session, we want to make you comfortable. We guarantee to communicate and listen to your needs, so you leave satisfied every time. So please speak up! You will enjoy your sessions so much more!
Your massage therapist may require you to fill out a health history form. Afterward the therapist will begin by asking you general questions to establish what areas you would like worked on, if there are any conditions needing to be addressed, and to determine if massage is appropriate for you. Your massage therapist may perform certain assessments and testing to evaluate your condition and to see if you have any presenting complaints.
It is important to list all health concerns and medications so the therapist can adapt the session to your specific needs without doing any harm. It is also important to list any allergies so the therapist is aware if he/she needs to use a different oil or lotion, ect. during the session.
Make yourself comfortable. If your therapist wants you to adjust your position, she/he will either move you or will ask you to move what is needed. Otherwise, change your position anytime to make yourself more comfortable.
Many people close their eyes and relax completely during a session; others prefer to talk. It's up to you. It is your massage, and whatever feels natural to you is the best way to relax. Do not hesitate to ask questions at any time.
Massage should NOT HURT. Deep tissue may be a little uncomfortable at time, on a scale from 1-10 you may experience up to a 7 on the scale, please communicate with your therapist as anything more can be counter productive. Massage will differ on the type of treatment and the depth of the strokes. A light, relaxing massage that doesn't probe very deep into the muscles, shouldn't hurt. Massage should NOT be painful or feel abusive- there is a 'feel so good' hurt and an 'ouch, stop it' hurt. A good massage, even a really deep tissue massage, should always stay in the 'feels so good' hurt range.
Pain can be an indication that the muscle is possibly injured or inflamed, and pressure should be adjusted. Also, pain can cause you to tighten up and negate the relaxing effects of the massage. The most effective and deepest massage always works with your body's natural response, not against it.