- Can I Request a Male or Female Technician for Massage Services?
- How Does Massage Therapy Work?
- When is a Massage Not Viable?
- Am I a Candidate for Massage Therapy?
- What Should I Wear to My Appointment?
- What Draping Procedure Will be Used During Massage Services?
- What are the After-Effects of Massage Therapy?
- How Far in Advance Should I Book a Massage?
- What is a Hot Stone Massage?
- Should I Shower Before my Therapeutic Massage?
1. Can I Request a Male or Female Technician for Massage Services?
Both male and female technicians are available to perform our massage services on request. However, keep in mind that any technician, regardless of sex, holds a massage license which required extensive practice on both men and women. Our therapists are professionals that treat clients with the utmost respect, care, and level of service.
2. How Does Massage Therapy Work?
Massage Therapy works by manipulating the connective tissue and muscles in the body at a superficial or deep level. The massage therapist puts different types of pressure on the client’s body using a range of techniques. The hands, arms, wrists, fingers, elbows, and knees may be used by a therapist during a massage. Massage Therapy promotes relaxation overall, with soothing music in a dark room to make this possible. Massage Therapy may speed recovery time from injury and increase range of motion for those with mobility issues. The client lies on a table and explains their problem areas to be worked on during the treatment. The massage therapist carefully attends to the patient and applies a variety of techniques to produce the best possible result for the client.
3. When is a Massage Not Viable?
Clients with colds and viral infections are not recommended because of the risk of spreading germs to the therapist and other clients. Clients taking blood thinners may bruise during massage. Those with low blood pressure may become dizzy during a longer massage. Muscle relaxers and pain killers should not be taken during a massage because it would dull any pain feedback. Pressure and pain feedback is essential to the technician to make sure they are not hurting the patient.
4. Am I a Candidate for Massage Therapy?
Most healthy people are candidates for massage therapy. People with infections, a rare or contagious skin rash, or any communicable disease would be one of the exceptions. There are some medical conditions that would make a massage unadvisable. For example, those taking blood thinners would experience unsightly bruising with deep massage techniques. Clients taking a topical medication would be problematic because of the risk of transferring the topical solution to the massage technician. Those taking painkillers or muscle relaxers are also cautioned against massage, because of the lack of feedback to prevent injury. Those with recent injuries or complex medical conditions are encouraged to talk to their doctor before treatment.
5. What Should I Wear to My Appointment?
For the best results, massages should be performed with as little of a barrier between the therapist’s hands and the skin as possible. Clients can undress to their personal comfort level before their service. The only part of the body that will be exposed during the service is the one the massage therapist is working on at that time. Slim fitting tank tops and shorts would be appropriate for those who wish to stay covered to a greater extent.
6. What Draping Procedure will be Used During Massage Services?
Our massage therapists use the industry standard draping techniques, which ensure that no breasts or genital areas will be exposed at any point during the massage service. The only part of the body that will be exposed is the one that the massage therapist is working on at that moment in the treatment. For example, the right leg will be covered with a sheet before massage on the left leg begins. Our massage therapists will also follow any special modesty requests from our clients. Our clients comfort is a top priority.
7. What are the After-Effects of Massage Therapy?
Most clients leave feeling deeply relaxed with less muscle tension. Some soreness may occur following a deep or intense massage session. This soreness can be compared to the feeling after a moderate workout at the gym. This soreness does not last more than 24-48 hours and will subside quickly.
8. How Far in Advance Should I Book a Massage?
Clients are recommended to book a massage at least two days in advance of their treatment. Many massage therapists have travel schedules so this gives them time to work out accommodations to their schedule. For requesting specific massage therapists, it is always better to book sooner rather than later.
9. What is a Hot Stone Massage?
Hot Stone Massage has been used for centuries by Native Americans for treating aching muscles. A hot stone massage relaxes and soothes tense muscles using the weight and heat of special stones. Hot stones are used in conjunction with normal massage techniques on the arms, legs, and other parts of the body. This massage would not be advisable for those suffering from hot flashes, high blood pressure, or diabetes.
10. Should I Shower Before my Therapeutic Massage?
It is preferred that the client arrive clean and fresh for the comfort of both the practitioner and the client. A sweating body will make it harder for the massage therapist to manipulate the limbs and deliver the best quality service for the client. Massage works best when both the practitioner and the client are comfortable, and cleanliness helps make a better experience for both. In particular, sports massage patients should make sure to shower before their service is performed.