| Answers to the most Frequently Asked Questions |
1. Why doesn't anyone answer the phone?
It's often difficult to reach massage therapists by phone, which can make it frustrating to
make appointments. Many massage therapists dream of being able to afford a receptionist,
and I'm certainly one of them! I apologize for the inconvenience, but It is not possible for me
to answer the phone while I'm in session with a client during office hours.
Also, between studio hours (before 9:00 am, between 2:30 pm and 5:30 pm, after 8:30 pm,
and weekends and holidays) I am usually busy with my family, taking my kids to or picking
them up from school, cooking dinner, helping with homework, attending my kids’ sporting
events, etc.
I strongly urge you to contact me with an email and/or leave a phone message with your full
name, phone number (s), if you prefer day time or evening appointments, some possibilities
for days and times that you would like to schedule, and how long of a session you would
like. (Please mention if you have a gift certificate and give the GC#). I will try to return your
call as soon as possible, usually with in 48 hours. I truly appreciate your patience and
persistence in contacting me.
2. What is the difference between Massage Therapy & Chiropractic?
In general, Chiropractic addresses the joints of the vertebrae in the spine & the nervous
system. Massage Therapy addresses the soft tissues of the body (muscles, fascia, tendons
& ligaments). Most of the chiropractors I have talked to acknowledge that if muscles are too
tight, adjustments either can't be done or will not last. In essence, bones go where muscles
put them, & bones stay where muscles keep them.
3. I am uneasy about trying massage. What can I do?
I believe that safe, nurturing touch is essential for total health & positive self awareness.
Chair massage might be a way of easing yourself into massage. Over time, as you
gradually become more comfortable with chair massage, you may then want to try a short
table massage session (lower legs & feet, back & shoulders, or arms & hands). Remember
you will always have control over your massage session.
4. Can I bring someone with me to my session?
Of course. I believe that any client has the right to have someone present during their
session if they wish. People are sometimes more comfortable the first time if someone is with
them. In fact, I have frequently done parent-child sessions as a way of introducing a child
comfortably to massage therapy. I only ask that you let me know in advance, at the time you
schedule your appointment.
5. What If I'm Embarrassed About My Body or Weight?
I am here to help you feel better, not to judge your physique or ogle your body. I have
worked with people of all shapes and sizes, young and old alike. I don't care what people
look like (I work on what's underneath). Massage is an affirming experience that can help
you appreciate your body, develop a better body image, & raise your self-esteem, as well as
improve your health. Please, don't deny yourself the benefits of massage any longer.
6. Who will perform the massage?
Your session will be conducted by a properly trained professional. In general, a Massage
Professional has had training in Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, treatment of injuries,
general health applications, & a variety of therapeutic massage & bodywork techniques.
Some Massage & Bodywork Professionals are licensed by the state, while others are locally
regulated. Please feel free to ask questions about my training, background, & experience.
Members of Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals have met stringent
requirements regarding training & must adhere to a strict code of ethics to remain members.
7. What does the practitioner need to know?
First & foremost I need to make sure there are not any conditions present that rule out
having a massage due to any health risks. It is very important that you provide accurate
health information including any health problems, all medications, reasons for receiving
massage, current physical condition, brief medical history, stress level, & experiences with
specific areas of pain. *If you are under a doctor’s care, it is strongly advised that you
receive a written recommendation for massage prior to any body work.
Second, I need to know what your needs are regarding the massage, & be sure both of us
are clear about what your expectations are for the outcome of your session. Tell me about
any areas of your body that are injured, tense, or sore before each session. Communicate
what your needs are before & during your massage. Please, don’t be afraid to discuss any
apprehensions or concerns.
8. Where Will My Massage Session Take Place?
Your massage or 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 warmed table especially designed
for your comfort. On-site chair massage is available at your office. See studio photos.
9. Do I have to take off all my clothes?
Most massage techniques are traditionally performed with the client unclothed; however, you
may decide what amount of clothing you prefer for your own comfort. You will be provided
privacy while you disrobe, relax onto the table, & cover yourself with the clean sheet &
blanket, or towel. You will be properly draped during the entire session to keep you warm &
comfortable. Only the part of your body being massaged will be uncovered, insuring that
modesty is respected at all times. Please remove ALL jewelry & other articles that might
interfere with the massage.
10. What parts of my body will be massaged?
A typical full body session will include work on your back, arms, hands, legs, feet, head,
neck & shoulders. You will not be touched on or near your genitals (male or female).
Therapeutic massage is not designed to be a sexual experience. It is not intended to
stimulate or indulge sexual desires.
11. What will the massage feel like?
Depending on the techniques used, your session may start with broad, flowing strokes which
help to calm your nervous system & relax exterior muscle tension. As your body becomes
relaxed, pressure will gradually be increased to relax specific areas & relieve muscular
tension. The purpose of massage is not to induce pain, rather to relieve it. In cases where
there may be muscle and tissue damage or where there is persistent soreness, there may
be some discomfort as the area is manipulated during the session. In those instances, it is
important to work closely with me so that you can derive the most benefit from your session
without approaching or exceeding your personal pain threshold.
12. What should I do?
A. If possible, take a warm bath or shower, & drink a glass of water before your session.
Arrive at least 5 to 10 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment. If you arrive in a
frenzied, rushed state, it will take longer into get to a relaxed state. If you are a new client,
please arrive at least 15 minutes early to allow time to fill out a health history form & for a
brief consultation. Try to avoid being very full or very hungry just before your session &
remember to use the restroom before you get on the table.
B. Be as receptive & open to the process as possible. Let yourself breathe, & relax your
muscles. People often stop or limit their breathing when they feel anxious, or when a
sensitive area is massaged. Take deep, slow breaths throughout your massage. Breathing
facilitates relaxation. Tightening up your muscles during the massage is counterproductive.
Allow your limbs to be moved into various positions. Be limp, like a rag doll, & do not try to
help move your arms, legs, or head.
C. If you find your thoughts are racing during the massage, one way to be more body
centered and to quiet the mind is to follow the massage, and to focus on your breathing and
how the massage feels. If anything is happening during the massage that you dislike, seems
improper, or is uncomfortable, you have the right to ask me to stop.
Please see How To Get The Most From Your Session for more detailed information.
13. How long will my session last?
The average full body massage lasts approximately 1 hour. A half hour session only allows
time for a partial massage such as back & shoulders, or legs & feet. Many people prefer a
1-1/2 hour session for optimal relaxation & concentrated work on specific areas of tension.
A single session may not be divide between two people. You may pay the difference to
lengthen a session for a gift certificate or scheduled appointment. Lengthening a session
should be arranged in advance.
14. Will oil be used?
For most massage techniques a light, moisturizing oil or cream will be used to permit your
muscles to be worked on without excessive friction to the skin, & will be readily absorbed.
(Face, scalp and neck massage will probably disturb the appearance of your hair and
makeup. If this is a concern, please advise me before we begin. We can simply choose to
avoid this area, or I can modify my selection in techniques to prevent a disheveled
appearance after the session).
15. Should I talk during my massage?
Many people prefer silence during their sessions to enhance the deep sense of relaxation
that is such a compelling aspect of a massage. People frequently go to sleep on the table. If
you are inclined however, please feel free to talk at any time throughout your session.
Talking can be a way of unburdening yourself & opening up, or it can be a way of "being in
the head" & out of touch with your body or feelings. Sometimes being silent can be a way of
letting go of thoughts & concentrating, or it can be a way of holding back & not opening up.
Conversation is always up to you, & anything that is shared during your session is
confidential.
Indeed, I always encourage feedback during the session so that we can best achieve a
comfortable and effective treatment. Please inform me of any discomfort, whether it is from
the massage or due to any problems or distractions related to the environment (room
temperature, music volume, lighting, etc.) Feel free to give feedback regarding the massage
(amount of pressure, speed of movement, etc.). Feedback is essential to getting the best
massage possible. Remember, we are working together.
16. What should I expect afterward?
Massage & bodywork can be profoundly relaxing, yet stimulating, affecting all your body’s
systems. Give yourself a moment to reorient before slowly getting up. After an initial period
of feeling slowed down, people often experience an increase in energy that can last for
several days. Sometimes you may not feel dramatic results right away. Watch for changes
over the following days, such as pain relief, increased mobility & reduced stress. On
occasions where there may be delayed soreness following a session. I recommend a warm
bath or shower and, as always, drinking plenty of water to help the body in processing waste
products.
17. Why do I feel like this... ?
Frequently, people experience some soreness or mild aches and flu-like symptoms for 24 to
72 hours or so after a massage. This is due to tight muscles having been stretched &
realigned, adhesions & scar tissue having been broken apart so new tissue can form & lay
down correctly, &/or deep pressure having been applied to an injured muscle to release
spasm. This condition is seldom severe and usually passes quite rapidly. I always
recommend drinking plenty of water after your session to reduce the possibility of this
occurring. If you feel sore or think that you might, stretch gently in a hot shower or take a
warm bath with Epsom salts. Also, depending on the amount of toxins & wastes
accumulated in your body, you may become nauseated &/or experience headaches after
your first few massage sessions. Again, drinking plenty water will help, & these effects
should diminish with regular massage & daily, sufficient, water intake.
Occasionally people discover that during & after a session,massage therapy brings
emotions to the surface. We strive to achieve total relaxation during each session. As tense
muscles begin to relax a normal, natural part of massage therapy is to let loose of the
constraints on emotions and feelings and begin to experience them at their fullest. Pent-up
emotions ranging from peace and joy to sadness and anger are often experienced in
degrees of intensity that can be surprising and disorienting. This may manifest itself as an
overwhelming need to laugh, cry or sigh. Where there has been a great deal of stress &
nervous tension the emotional release may be experienced as uncontrollable shaking,
though this rarely continues for more than a few minutes. Feeling and releasing these
emotions is a significant facet of the benefits of massage therapy. In every case, however,
there is a subsequent feeling of renewed vitality. If necessary, you have the right stop the
massage until you feel ready to continue, or to end the session. Allow for some quiet time
after your massage session if possible. Often, a little time to absorb the results of the
massage is needed. Again, I encourage you to discuss concerns you might have about this
with me.
If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist for more than three days, please
Please remember to tell me about your experience so I can take it into consideration for
your next session.
18. Why should I drink water after my massage?
Massage improves the general circulation & nutrition of tissues, which helps your body flush
toxins & metabolic wastes that have accumulated in organs, tissues, & muscles. Drinking
water will help this natural process; aiding the functioning of the whole body including
circulation & the kidneys, which are both involved in relieving the body of waste products.
Drinking extra water also helps to reduce soreness, fatigue, & dizziness after massage.
Drinking plenty of water on a regular basis will help to keep joints, tissues, & muscle fibers
hydrated & lubricated.
19. How often should I get a massage?
We should always look for the simplest solution first. Massage therapy is the least risky,
least invasive, least expensive treatment for stress, pain, dysfunction & misalignment of the
musculo-skeletal system.
The therapeutic effects of massage are cumulative; the more often you receive massage,
the better you will feel & the more quickly your body will respond. From one session to the
next, relaxation deepens as chronic patterns of stress in the body are affected & released.
These changes are readily felt in day-to-day life as well. If you are getting massage to
address chronic muscular tension, poor circulation, ongoing stress, or recovery from a soft
tissue injury, more than one session is usually needed.
Many clients find that weekly, or bi-monthly sessions are most beneficial, particularly in the
beginning. Some clients receive monthly sessions. Frequency of sessions will depend on
your needs, goals & financial situation. Receiving massage consistently is most important. I
believe that massage is an excellent "maintenance tool", & should not just be used to "fix a
problem", but should be received on a regular basis as part of every day life.
20. Should I get a massage if I am ill?
A fever or local or systemic infection, even a common cold, is a good reason to postpone
your massage appointment. You may be contagious, especially in the first stages of a viral
or bacterial infection, & massage may not feel good at this time. One of the major impacts of
massage is on the circulation (including the removal of wasteful by-products & infectious
materials). When you are sick your immune system is already working hard & circulatory
massage can actually increase the spread of infection in your body, possibly making you
feel worse & taxing your organs.
21. Am I required to tip you?
Gratuity is your option; a personal decision based on your satisfaction. While tips are
always greatly appreciated, they are NEVER required or expected; nor does tipping affect
the quality or nature of your service in any way. I would prefer that you were able to come
back soon & often without stress about finances.
22. What is Aromatherapy & What are Essential Oils?
Aromatherapy is the art & science of using pure essential oils to enhance the health, well
being, & harmony of the body, mind & spirit.
Essential oils are the complex, highly concentrated, volatile aromatic essences of plants.
These oils are extracted from various botanical sources (flower, leaf, resin, bark, root, twig,
seed, berry, rind & rhizome). They are made up of tiny molecules which are able to enter
into the blood stream via when inhaled, by diffusion across the tiny air sacs of the lungs.
Essential oils also have a major impact on the olfactory nerves which lead from the nose to
the Limbic system, a part of the brain which stores responses to memory, mood, & emotions.
They contain hundreds of organic constituents providing a variety of natural elements that
work on many levels. Essential oils contain antiviral, antiseptic, antibiotic, sedating,
analgesic & other therapeutic properties.
It's often difficult to reach massage therapists by phone, which can make it frustrating to
make appointments. Many massage therapists dream of being able to afford a receptionist,
and I'm certainly one of them! I apologize for the inconvenience, but It is not possible for me
to answer the phone while I'm in session with a client during office hours.
Also, between studio hours (before 9:00 am, between 2:30 pm and 5:30 pm, after 8:30 pm,
and weekends and holidays) I am usually busy with my family, taking my kids to or picking
them up from school, cooking dinner, helping with homework, attending my kids’ sporting
events, etc.
I strongly urge you to contact me with an email and/or leave a phone message with your full
name, phone number (s), if you prefer day time or evening appointments, some possibilities
for days and times that you would like to schedule, and how long of a session you would
like. (Please mention if you have a gift certificate and give the GC#). I will try to return your
call as soon as possible, usually with in 48 hours. I truly appreciate your patience and
persistence in contacting me.
2. What is the difference between Massage Therapy & Chiropractic?
In general, Chiropractic addresses the joints of the vertebrae in the spine & the nervous
system. Massage Therapy addresses the soft tissues of the body (muscles, fascia, tendons
& ligaments). Most of the chiropractors I have talked to acknowledge that if muscles are too
tight, adjustments either can't be done or will not last. In essence, bones go where muscles
put them, & bones stay where muscles keep them.
3. I am uneasy about trying massage. What can I do?
I believe that safe, nurturing touch is essential for total health & positive self awareness.
Chair massage might be a way of easing yourself into massage. Over time, as you
gradually become more comfortable with chair massage, you may then want to try a short
table massage session (lower legs & feet, back & shoulders, or arms & hands). Remember
you will always have control over your massage session.
4. Can I bring someone with me to my session?
Of course. I believe that any client has the right to have someone present during their
session if they wish. People are sometimes more comfortable the first time if someone is with
them. In fact, I have frequently done parent-child sessions as a way of introducing a child
comfortably to massage therapy. I only ask that you let me know in advance, at the time you
schedule your appointment.
5. What If I'm Embarrassed About My Body or Weight?
I am here to help you feel better, not to judge your physique or ogle your body. I have
worked with people of all shapes and sizes, young and old alike. I don't care what people
look like (I work on what's underneath). Massage is an affirming experience that can help
you appreciate your body, develop a better body image, & raise your self-esteem, as well as
improve your health. Please, don't deny yourself the benefits of massage any longer.
6. Who will perform the massage?
Your session will be conducted by a properly trained professional. In general, a Massage
Professional has had training in Anatomy, Physiology, Pathology, treatment of injuries,
general health applications, & a variety of therapeutic massage & bodywork techniques.
Some Massage & Bodywork Professionals are licensed by the state, while others are locally
regulated. Please feel free to ask questions about my training, background, & experience.
Members of Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals have met stringent
requirements regarding training & must adhere to a strict code of ethics to remain members.
7. What does the practitioner need to know?
First & foremost I need to make sure there are not any conditions present that rule out
having a massage due to any health risks. It is very important that you provide accurate
health information including any health problems, all medications, reasons for receiving
massage, current physical condition, brief medical history, stress level, & experiences with
specific areas of pain. *If you are under a doctor’s care, it is strongly advised that you
receive a written recommendation for massage prior to any body work.
Second, I need to know what your needs are regarding the massage, & be sure both of us
are clear about what your expectations are for the outcome of your session. Tell me about
any areas of your body that are injured, tense, or sore before each session. Communicate
what your needs are before & during your massage. Please, don’t be afraid to discuss any
apprehensions or concerns.
8. Where Will My Massage Session Take Place?
Your massage or 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 warmed table especially designed
for your comfort. On-site chair massage is available at your office. See studio photos.
9. Do I have to take off all my clothes?
Most massage techniques are traditionally performed with the client unclothed; however, you
may decide what amount of clothing you prefer for your own comfort. You will be provided
privacy while you disrobe, relax onto the table, & cover yourself with the clean sheet &
blanket, or towel. You will be properly draped during the entire session to keep you warm &
comfortable. Only the part of your body being massaged will be uncovered, insuring that
modesty is respected at all times. Please remove ALL jewelry & other articles that might
interfere with the massage.
10. What parts of my body will be massaged?
A typical full body session will include work on your back, arms, hands, legs, feet, head,
neck & shoulders. You will not be touched on or near your genitals (male or female).
Therapeutic massage is not designed to be a sexual experience. It is not intended to
stimulate or indulge sexual desires.
11. What will the massage feel like?
Depending on the techniques used, your session may start with broad, flowing strokes which
help to calm your nervous system & relax exterior muscle tension. As your body becomes
relaxed, pressure will gradually be increased to relax specific areas & relieve muscular
tension. The purpose of massage is not to induce pain, rather to relieve it. In cases where
there may be muscle and tissue damage or where there is persistent soreness, there may
be some discomfort as the area is manipulated during the session. In those instances, it is
important to work closely with me so that you can derive the most benefit from your session
without approaching or exceeding your personal pain threshold.
12. What should I do?
A. If possible, take a warm bath or shower, & drink a glass of water before your session.
Arrive at least 5 to 10 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment. If you arrive in a
frenzied, rushed state, it will take longer into get to a relaxed state. If you are a new client,
please arrive at least 15 minutes early to allow time to fill out a health history form & for a
brief consultation. Try to avoid being very full or very hungry just before your session &
remember to use the restroom before you get on the table.
B. Be as receptive & open to the process as possible. Let yourself breathe, & relax your
muscles. People often stop or limit their breathing when they feel anxious, or when a
sensitive area is massaged. Take deep, slow breaths throughout your massage. Breathing
facilitates relaxation. Tightening up your muscles during the massage is counterproductive.
Allow your limbs to be moved into various positions. Be limp, like a rag doll, & do not try to
help move your arms, legs, or head.
C. If you find your thoughts are racing during the massage, one way to be more body
centered and to quiet the mind is to follow the massage, and to focus on your breathing and
how the massage feels. If anything is happening during the massage that you dislike, seems
improper, or is uncomfortable, you have the right to ask me to stop.
Please see How To Get The Most From Your Session for more detailed information.
13. How long will my session last?
The average full body massage lasts approximately 1 hour. A half hour session only allows
time for a partial massage such as back & shoulders, or legs & feet. Many people prefer a
1-1/2 hour session for optimal relaxation & concentrated work on specific areas of tension.
A single session may not be divide between two people. You may pay the difference to
lengthen a session for a gift certificate or scheduled appointment. Lengthening a session
should be arranged in advance.
14. Will oil be used?
For most massage techniques a light, moisturizing oil or cream will be used to permit your
muscles to be worked on without excessive friction to the skin, & will be readily absorbed.
(Face, scalp and neck massage will probably disturb the appearance of your hair and
makeup. If this is a concern, please advise me before we begin. We can simply choose to
avoid this area, or I can modify my selection in techniques to prevent a disheveled
appearance after the session).
15. Should I talk during my massage?
Many people prefer silence during their sessions to enhance the deep sense of relaxation
that is such a compelling aspect of a massage. People frequently go to sleep on the table. If
you are inclined however, please feel free to talk at any time throughout your session.
Talking can be a way of unburdening yourself & opening up, or it can be a way of "being in
the head" & out of touch with your body or feelings. Sometimes being silent can be a way of
letting go of thoughts & concentrating, or it can be a way of holding back & not opening up.
Conversation is always up to you, & anything that is shared during your session is
confidential.
Indeed, I always encourage feedback during the session so that we can best achieve a
comfortable and effective treatment. Please inform me of any discomfort, whether it is from
the massage or due to any problems or distractions related to the environment (room
temperature, music volume, lighting, etc.) Feel free to give feedback regarding the massage
(amount of pressure, speed of movement, etc.). Feedback is essential to getting the best
massage possible. Remember, we are working together.
16. What should I expect afterward?
Massage & bodywork can be profoundly relaxing, yet stimulating, affecting all your body’s
systems. Give yourself a moment to reorient before slowly getting up. After an initial period
of feeling slowed down, people often experience an increase in energy that can last for
several days. Sometimes you may not feel dramatic results right away. Watch for changes
over the following days, such as pain relief, increased mobility & reduced stress. On
occasions where there may be delayed soreness following a session. I recommend a warm
bath or shower and, as always, drinking plenty of water to help the body in processing waste
products.
17. Why do I feel like this... ?
Frequently, people experience some soreness or mild aches and flu-like symptoms for 24 to
72 hours or so after a massage. This is due to tight muscles having been stretched &
realigned, adhesions & scar tissue having been broken apart so new tissue can form & lay
down correctly, &/or deep pressure having been applied to an injured muscle to release
spasm. This condition is seldom severe and usually passes quite rapidly. I always
recommend drinking plenty of water after your session to reduce the possibility of this
occurring. If you feel sore or think that you might, stretch gently in a hot shower or take a
warm bath with Epsom salts. Also, depending on the amount of toxins & wastes
accumulated in your body, you may become nauseated &/or experience headaches after
your first few massage sessions. Again, drinking plenty water will help, & these effects
should diminish with regular massage & daily, sufficient, water intake.
Occasionally people discover that during & after a session,massage therapy brings
emotions to the surface. We strive to achieve total relaxation during each session. As tense
muscles begin to relax a normal, natural part of massage therapy is to let loose of the
constraints on emotions and feelings and begin to experience them at their fullest. Pent-up
emotions ranging from peace and joy to sadness and anger are often experienced in
degrees of intensity that can be surprising and disorienting. This may manifest itself as an
overwhelming need to laugh, cry or sigh. Where there has been a great deal of stress &
nervous tension the emotional release may be experienced as uncontrollable shaking,
though this rarely continues for more than a few minutes. Feeling and releasing these
emotions is a significant facet of the benefits of massage therapy. In every case, however,
there is a subsequent feeling of renewed vitality. If necessary, you have the right stop the
massage until you feel ready to continue, or to end the session. Allow for some quiet time
after your massage session if possible. Often, a little time to absorb the results of the
massage is needed. Again, I encourage you to discuss concerns you might have about this
with me.
If you experience any of these symptoms and they persist for more than three days, please
Please remember to tell me about your experience so I can take it into consideration for
your next session.
18. Why should I drink water after my massage?
Massage improves the general circulation & nutrition of tissues, which helps your body flush
toxins & metabolic wastes that have accumulated in organs, tissues, & muscles. Drinking
water will help this natural process; aiding the functioning of the whole body including
circulation & the kidneys, which are both involved in relieving the body of waste products.
Drinking extra water also helps to reduce soreness, fatigue, & dizziness after massage.
Drinking plenty of water on a regular basis will help to keep joints, tissues, & muscle fibers
hydrated & lubricated.
19. How often should I get a massage?
We should always look for the simplest solution first. Massage therapy is the least risky,
least invasive, least expensive treatment for stress, pain, dysfunction & misalignment of the
musculo-skeletal system.
The therapeutic effects of massage are cumulative; the more often you receive massage,
the better you will feel & the more quickly your body will respond. From one session to the
next, relaxation deepens as chronic patterns of stress in the body are affected & released.
These changes are readily felt in day-to-day life as well. If you are getting massage to
address chronic muscular tension, poor circulation, ongoing stress, or recovery from a soft
tissue injury, more than one session is usually needed.
Many clients find that weekly, or bi-monthly sessions are most beneficial, particularly in the
beginning. Some clients receive monthly sessions. Frequency of sessions will depend on
your needs, goals & financial situation. Receiving massage consistently is most important. I
believe that massage is an excellent "maintenance tool", & should not just be used to "fix a
problem", but should be received on a regular basis as part of every day life.
20. Should I get a massage if I am ill?
A fever or local or systemic infection, even a common cold, is a good reason to postpone
your massage appointment. You may be contagious, especially in the first stages of a viral
or bacterial infection, & massage may not feel good at this time. One of the major impacts of
massage is on the circulation (including the removal of wasteful by-products & infectious
materials). When you are sick your immune system is already working hard & circulatory
massage can actually increase the spread of infection in your body, possibly making you
feel worse & taxing your organs.
21. Am I required to tip you?
Gratuity is your option; a personal decision based on your satisfaction. While tips are
always greatly appreciated, they are NEVER required or expected; nor does tipping affect
the quality or nature of your service in any way. I would prefer that you were able to come
back soon & often without stress about finances.
22. What is Aromatherapy & What are Essential Oils?
Aromatherapy is the art & science of using pure essential oils to enhance the health, well
being, & harmony of the body, mind & spirit.
Essential oils are the complex, highly concentrated, volatile aromatic essences of plants.
These oils are extracted from various botanical sources (flower, leaf, resin, bark, root, twig,
seed, berry, rind & rhizome). They are made up of tiny molecules which are able to enter
into the blood stream via when inhaled, by diffusion across the tiny air sacs of the lungs.
Essential oils also have a major impact on the olfactory nerves which lead from the nose to
the Limbic system, a part of the brain which stores responses to memory, mood, & emotions.
They contain hundreds of organic constituents providing a variety of natural elements that
work on many levels. Essential oils contain antiviral, antiseptic, antibiotic, sedating,
analgesic & other therapeutic properties.
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