Like us on Facebook to get weekly tips about how massage can improve your physical and mental health. Choosing a massage therapist can be a daunting task. For many, the idea of taking off their clothes and laying on a table covered by a sheet is unnerving - and understandably so. As a client, you are being asked to be vulnerable in a way that can be very uncomfortable.
A good massage therapist will talk to you prior to putting you on the table, get a thorough medical history to be certain massage will not harm you in any way, make sure you are covered the entire time you are on the table (the only time a body part should be exposed is when it's being worked on), and will do everything they can to make you feel at ease.
A good massage therapist will talk to you prior to putting you on the table, get a thorough medical history to be certain massage will not harm you in any way, make sure you are covered the entire time you are on the table (the only time a body part should be exposed is when it's being worked on), and will do everything they can to make you feel at ease.
Services
The 30-minute massage is intended for clients with specific needs or dysfunctions who are short on time or want to see if massage is right for them. During your appointment, massage will generally focus on 1-2 areas of the body with the goal of decreasing any pain or discomfort caused by injury, tight muscles or chronic conditions.
This is the most popular form of massage used in North America. Often a lotion or oil is used to reduce skin friction. The therapist uses a combination of stroking, kneading, and joint movements to relax muscles. This treatment improves blood flow which increases muscle nutrition and flushes waste products from the muscles.
According to research, approximately 22% of the population receives massages. As a result, many of the people coming for a massage are first-timers. Here is a brief idea of what to expect when you come for a massage at A Hands-On Approach. Please arrive 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment time.
