Frequently Asked Questions
- What kind of personal information do I have to disclose?
Before the massage you will be asked to fill out a health intake form. It is a basic health history form which asks about past hospitalizations and illnesses. It also asks some personal questions. This information is important to the Massage Therapist so they can get a good idea about how to meet your needs. All information given by you to the Massage Therapist is confidential and held in very high regard.
- Do I have to undress for the massage?
Yes to some level, depending on what you and the therapist have decided prior to the massage. If for example you are only having your upper body massaged then you only need to take off your shirt. If you want to take off your underwear you can but its not usually necessary, unless you are having a lot of glut work done. Women can leave their bra on if they want or they can take it off, its completely up to you and your level of comfort.
- Will I be exposed?
No, you will not be exposed. The only area of your body that will not be covered by a sheet or blanket is the area that is being worked. Once that area is done being massaged it will be covered back up. Sheets are always tucked in, in such a way that your sensitive areas will not be exposed.
- How will I feel after the massage?
Depending on what you have had done, either deeper work or lighter work you may feel extremely relaxed or energized. You may also feel a bit of soreness if deeper work has been done, but that should go away within a few days. Chronic muscular tension is sometimes difficult to relieve and it may take several deep sessions and soreness to achieve relief.
- Why do I need to drink water after the massage?
It is important to drink water after your session for several reasons. First, for your body to do its job properly you need to be well hydrated. Second, a massage loosens up metabolic wastes and any other waste product or scar tissue that may be congesting your tissue. It is extremely important that all of this waste and excess get flushed out of your system. If you do not drink enough water it will simply find a new home somewhere else in your body.
- How often should I be receiving massage?
The answer to that question is very personal, and will range from person to person. If someone is in good health; eats right, exercises, and does not have any major problems then once a month is probably enough. However if someone has a chronic pain condition or a serious postural deviation that is causing disharmony in the body, then that person may need massage once a week. Treatment plans change as you go, and evolve. So someone who needed massage once a week in a few months may only need it once every three.
