What is a massage therapist?
How long is a session?
How will I feel after the massage therapy treatment?
What does massage do-other than feel good?
What should I expect from my first massage?
Is "tipping" expected?
Is massage therapy covered by insurance?
Will I break out from a Facial Treatment?
May I use my gift certificate toward another service?
Massage therapists have completed many hours of education which includes a variety of various bodywork techniques, extensive anatomy and physiology, and knowledge of when massage is and is not appropriate.
An hour is a common session length. This gives time for a deeply relaxing fully body massage, or more in-depth work on a particular area, for example: back, neck and shoulders. A half-hour can be an excellent introduction to bodywork. An hour and a half is usually enough time to address the whole body with special attention to a problem area.
How will I feel after the massage therapy treatment?
Most people feel very relaxed. Some experience freedom from long-term aches and pains developed from tension or repetitive activity. Initially clients feel deeply relaxed and often experience increased energy, heightened awareness and greater productivity which can last for days. Since toxins are released from your soft tissues during a massage, it is recommended you drink plenty of water following your massage. We recommend a hot Epsom salt bath that encourages the release of toxins that may have been stirred up from the massage treatment. Watch for changes over the following days, such as pain relief, increased mobility or reduced stress.
What does massage do-other than feel good?
- Helps rid the body of toxins
- Stretches superficial tissue
- Assists lymphatic and venous flow
- Helps to break up and loosen subcutaneous scar tissue
- Increases nutrition to the cells and skin
- Can help reduce certain types of edema
- Increases respiration to the skin
- Stimulates the sensory receptors (nerves) of the skin and deeper tissue
- Relieves joint ache and pain
- Promotes good posture and self esteem
- Improves tone and texture of the skin
- Assists digestion
- Causes release of natural endorphins and promotes relaxation
What should I expect from my first massage?
On your first visit, your massage therapist will do an "intake"-asking questions about your general health, specific injuries and whether you are under a doctor's care. They may also ask you to stand or walk around for them to do a "postural analysis". Ask any questions you have for your therapist at this time. The entire process only takes a few minutes and does not cut into your massage time. The therapist will then give you instructions on how they want you on the table (face up/face down) They will leave the room while you are changing. You will enjoy music, candles, aromatherapy to assist your relaxation and enhance your massage.
While gratuity is always at the discretion of the client, it is customary and welcomed by your massage therapist. Tipping the person who gave you your massage is a nice gesture if he/she has given you a good treatment. If you do decide to give your therapist gratuity, the amount you give is entirely up to you. The average is 20% of the charge for the particular service performed.
Is massage therapy covered by insurance?
Massage may be covered by insurance for workman's comp, personal injury or and auto injury. You need a prescription by your physician before the massage therapist can see you for medical massage.
Please call to verify coverage prior to your appointment.
Will I break out from a Facial Treatment?
Underlying problems in the skin will come to the surface after a professional skin treatment. You may experience occasional breakouts until your skin is on a good regimen of treatments. Facial treatments before a big event will be limited to calming and relaxing techniques. Most breakouts occur from products you put on your skin following the facial treatment, such as an old foundation, etc.
May I use my gift certificate toward another service?
Gift certificates may be used toward any product or service for the specific dollar amount listed.