What to expect at your Massage

 

If you haven’t had much experience with massage therapy, you might be wondering what to expect during a typical massage session.

 

Preliminary information.

 

Your massage therapist will ask preliminary questions to determine your overall health and your desired results from massage therapy. She will assess your body's structure and your health goals. The massage therapist will consider information about your physical condition, medical history, lifestyle, stress levels and any areas of physical pain. The information gathered in a brief interview will help us to determine how to structure the session to achieve your desired results.

 

Removing Clothing.

 

Before your massage, you’ll be asked to remove clothing to your level of comfort. Your therapist will leave the room while you undress and remove any jewelry or other articles that might interfere with the massage. Take off only as much as you are comfortable removing. Keep in mind that your massage will be most effective when the massage therapist can touch your skin in areas they will massage. Lay on the massage table, underneath the provided linens and blankets, which will cover your body except for the part being massaged.

 

The massage table.

 

The massage table is padded, heated to a comfortable level and has a face rest, which allows you to lie facedown without turning your head or neck.

 

The environment.

 

Expect a peaceful and comfortable environment for your massage. Your therapist will play music during your massage. Most people enjoy the music, and if you have specific preferences, please let us know. If you prefer silence or different music, ask your massage therapist to turn off or change the music.

 

The massage.

 

The massage technique or modality used will depend on what the massage therapist determines is best for your massage. The massage therapist will use lotion, which reduces drag on the skin while performing the massage strokes. If you are allergic to oils or lotions, let us know before your massage begins. Depending on your needs, your massage therapist will massage either the full body (except for private areas) or only specific areas that need attention, such as especially tight muscles. Remember to breathe normally.

 

The end of the massage.

 

The massage therapist will allow you to slowly get up and get dressed in privacy. After you’re dressed, your massage therapist will do a quick structural assessment to compare with her previous findings. You will then bel offered water as you leave.