Frequently Asked Questions
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So What does massage therapy or reflexology do for me? It may help
What kinds of massage do you use? Are oils or creams used?
- I carry out acupressure chair massage (fully clothed or oiled), holistic & deep tissue massage & reflexology
- Depending on the treatment I will usually use a massage cream or oil-sometimes both.
- If you have a nut allergy then grapeseed or non-nut oil is used.
What do I do at the first appointment?
- Come a few minutes early to fill out a short form and talk about any medical history questions you may have.
- Ask questions! If you have any concerns or are unclear about something, just ask.
- During your massage, tell me if the pressure is too much or somehow uncomfortable. (Or if it's just right!)
What do I wear for my massage?
- For a full body massage most people choose to wear just underwear. The main objective is to feel comfortable.
- You will always be fully draped, except for the area being worked on.
- I will leave you alone in the treatment room to undress and relax before your massage begins.
What do I do during a massage?
- Talk, sleep, drift in and out... whatever seems comfortable.
- Focus on your breathing-really concentrate on slowing down.
- Nothing! You don't need to help. Your main objective is to relax!
Will it hurt? Will it tickle?
- This is not a "no pain, no gain" situation. It doesn't have to hurt to be effective. If an area is uncomfortably sore or I am using too much or too little pressure, tell me.
- It probably won't tickle, because I will use a firm pressure.
How long is a massage?
- An average massage is an hour to an hour and a half. This allows for a relaxing full-body massage, or for more in-depth work on particular areas.
- A half-hour is great for an introduction massage, and allows me to work on a concentrated area.
- One-and-a-half-hours is usual for a full body massage in addition to special attention to a problem area.
What do I do after the massage?
- I will leave the room while you dress and give you some time to feel any differences you may sense in your newly relaxed body.
- Get up slowly! Massage often lowers blood pressure, so do not sit up or stand up quickly--you may feel dizzy otherwise.
- Drink a lot of water! I will have a glass of water for you after your massage to get you started. Especially for the 24-hour period after your massage, drink more water than normal, eat a light meal/snack and relax. This all helps to detox.
How will I feel after my massage?
- Generally, people feel very relaxed.
- After an on site chair massage people often experience an increase in energy. Hence this is the perfect massage for the workplace!
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