FAQS
WILL A SINGLE MASSAGE TREATMENT "FIX ME"?
There’s no definite answer to this question – clients vary with different ailments, some chronic, some intermittent. The therapies to alleviate these conditions varies as well.
Some people walk away from a single massage therapy session feeling immediate relief, others have felt a physical improvement from their massage session the next day or a few days later, and some have required a series of regularly scheduled massage therapy sessions in order to notice significant improvements.
The free Initial Consultation is a good time for first time clients to discuss any ailments, the benefits that massage treatment could offer, and how soon you can expect those benefits from your massage therapy treatments.
While it’s ultimately up to you to decide whether you want a single session or a series of sessions, if you plan to return more frequently you can take advantage of course packages or a monthly membership option.
WHAT ARE CONTRAINDICATIONS AND WHAT DO THEY MEAN IN MASSAGE THERAPY?
In massage therapy, contraindications are restrictions on what kind of massage treatments can be offered to a client based on medical factors.
Generally, if you’re feeling sick or not well, massage therapy may actually make you feel worse than you already are; that’s why it is important that you should not book a session while sick.
If you have any sort of medical conditions, then there may be restrictions on your massage therapy treatments.
That’s why it’s important for everyone to complete a Consultation Form and have a discussion about any potential contraindications to massage prior to treatment.
Please refer to 'Contraindications to Massage' for further information. If you are at all unsure if massage is suitable for you, please contact me with any questions prior to booking and I will be happy to help.
WHAT TYPE OF MASSAGE IS BEST?
The type of massage that works best for you depends on how you’re feeling when you come in for your massage therapy treatment.
Unlike other practices that charge extra for advanced massage techniques like deep tissue or Gua Sha, as a self-employed massage therapist I set my own pricing and have generally chosen not to charge extra for advanced techniques.
I have provided different massage options e.g. Swedish, Restorative, Deep Tissue and outlined briefly what to expect from each treatment.
The type of treatment you book gives me an indication of what sort of treatment you may be looking for but really, the only thing you need to worry about is how long you want your massage therapy session to last.
Everything else, including what techniques are used, is discussed within the free Initial Consultation, where we establish what kind of problems you’re having and what might be the best treatment for you at the time.
HOW SHOULD I PREPARE FOR MY FIRST TREATMENT?
All you really need to keep in mind is that this treatment for you. It is an opportunity for you to take time out of your busy schedule and give your mind and body a chance to relax and unwind. Wear loose, comfortable clothing, bring a bottle of water and turn off your phone. And of course please avoid heavy meals, alcohol and other stimulants prior to, and following, your treatment!
Please also refer to 'Covid-19 Policy' for further information and guidelines for clients, prior to coming to your appointment.