Where will my bodywork or therapeutic massage session take place?
Must I be completely undressed?
Will the practitioner be present when i disrobe?
Will I be covered during the session?
What parts of my body will be exposed and/or touched?
What will bodywork therapy and therapeutic massage therapy feel like?
Are there different kinds of bodywork and therapeutic massage?
What should I do during the massage or bodywork session?
How will I feel after the session?
What are the benefits of bodywork and therapeutic massage?
Are there any medical conditions that would make bodywork or therapeutic massage inadvisable?
Where will bodywork therapy session take place?
Your bodywork session will take place in a warm, comfortable, quiet room. Soft music may be played to help you relax. You will lie on a table especially designed for your comfort.
Must I be completely undressed?
Most bodywork and therapeutic massage techniques are traditionally performed with the client unclothed; however, it is entirely up to you what you want to wear. You should undress to your level of comfort. You will be properly draped during the entire session.
Will the practitioner be present when I disrobe?
The practitioner will leave the room while you undress, relax onto the table, and cover yourself with a clean sheet or towel.
Will I be covered during the session?
An important part of my training is to make sure your privacy is honored. I have been trained in specialized methods of manipulating draping sheets to maximize your privacy. You will be properly draped at all times to keep you warm and comfortable. Only the area being worked on will be exposed.
What parts of my body will be worked on during a session?
A typical full-body session will include work on your back, arms, legs, feet, hands, head, neck, and shoulders.
What will the bodywork and or therapeutic massage feel like?
As your body becomes relaxed, pressure will gradually be increased to relax specific areas and relieve areas of muscular tension. Often, a light specialized oil or lotion is used to allow your muscles to be massaged without causing excessive friction to the skin. The oil also helps hydrate your skin. You should communicate immediately if you feel any discomfort so that another approach may be taken. Therapy is most effective when you do not resist and just let go.
Are there different kinds of bodywork and therapeutic massage?
There are numerous types of bodywork and therapeutic massage; various techniques utilize different motions, including basic motions, rocking movement, posture and movement re-education, application of pressure to specific points, and more. We can discuss which methods may be most appropriate for you.
What should I do during the session?
Prior to the massage, feel free to ask the practitioner any questions about the technique or the upcoming session. Make yourself comfortable. The practitioner will either gently move you or tell you what is needed throughout the session (such as lifting your arm). Many people just close their eyes and completely relax, communicating if/when they need more or less pressure, another blanket, or anything else relevant to the session. If you have any questions regarding the session or about the particular technique you are receiving, feel free to ask.
How will I feel after session?
Most people feel very relaxed. Some experience freedom from long-term aches and pains developed from tension or repetitive activity. After an initial period of feeling slowed down, people often experience increased energy, heightened awareness, and greater productivity which can last for days. Since toxins are released from your soft tissues, it is recommended you drink plenty of water following your bodywork session.
What are the benefits of bodywork and therapeutic massage?
These forms of body therapy can help release chronic muscular tension and pain, improve circulation, increase joint flexibility, reduce mental and physical fatigue and stress, promote faster healing of injured muscular tissue, improve posture, and reduce blood pressure. Massage and bodywork is also known to promote better sleep, improve concentration, reduce anxiety and create an overall sense of well-being.
Are there any medical conditions that would make bodywork or therapeutic massage inadvisable?
Yes. That's why it's imperative that, before you begin your session, the practitioner asks general health questions. It is very important that you inform the practitioner of any health problems or medications you are taking. If you are under a doctor's care, it is strongly advised that you receive a written recommendation for massage or bodywork prior to any session. Depending on the condition, approval from your doctor may be required.