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Answers to Frequently Asked Questions
If you are new to massage therapy, we understand that you might have some questions.
We are happy to answer all questions.
To the right are the answers to the questions that are most commonly asked about massage therapy
treatment. Should you have additional questions please feel free to contact us.
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Frequently Asked Questions
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"How will massage therapy benefit me?"
Therapeutic massage delivered by a skilled therapist commonly reduces muscle and joint pain and aids individuals in returning to work and
other activities of daily living. Massage Therapy also is known to promote a state of relaxation, with the resulting emotional benefits of reduced
anxiety. Massage Therapy can benefit individuals experiencing stress-related problems and a variety musculoskeletal complaints.
After an appropriate assessment is made, massage treatments are tailored to meet your specific needs. For more information,
click here.
"How often will I need treatments?"
Some people require only a few sessions to treat a specific problem, while others become regular users of massage therapy as
both proactive and preventative healthcare. Massage can help maintain healthy blood flow and the circulation of lymph, normal
muscle tone and texture, normal flexibility and range of motion of joints in addition to helping to resolve injury. Your therapist
and you decide together what treatment plan will best serve your needs.
"How old does a person need to be to receive massage therapy?"
Any age. Massage therapy treatments are effective from birth until palliative care stages. Children will require the written
consent and the presence of their parent or guardian.
"Which regions of my body get massaged?"
If you present with a particular musculoskeletal complaint the therapist will assess your conditition and discuss with you what
areas would be most appropriate to treat. In the absence of any particular injury or problem, the therapist may suggest a typical
full body massage which commonly involves working on the back, neck, shoulders, arms, legs, feet, and hands. Please be assured that
at all times you will be appropriately draped.
"Will I experience muscle soreness following a massage therapy treatment?"
Most people report feeling very relaxed, and experience significant relief from aches, pains and stress after a massage therapy
session. However some people, especially those who require deep-tissue massage, experience mild muscle soreness which may last a day
or two. Once the soreness is gone, they often feel significant reduction in the symptoms that brought them to massage therapy in the
first place.
"I'm not sure I'm comfortable with a stranger touching me."
It is not uncommon for first-time clients to be apprehensive with the personal nature of massage therapy. Most clients lose this
apprehension within the first few minutes of treatment. Massage therapists are trained professionals who respect your feelings and go
out of their way to allow you to feel comfortable during your treatment experience.
"Do I have to take off all of my clothes?"
No. Although massage therapy treatments work best administered directly, without the barrier of clothing on the areas massaged,
they can
be administered through loose clothing especially in sport events or corporate settings. You will remove only the articles of clothing that
you are comfortable with removing and as directed by the massage therapy professional. During a session you will be fully covered with
a table sheet/blanket, only the area of your body that is being worked on is uncovered. Before and after the session, you will undress
and dress in complete privacy.
"Do you offer massage gift certificates?"
Yes I do! A therapeutic massage is a great way to show someone how much you care. For details please visit my
gift certificate page.
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