What are the benefits of massage?
Relieves muscle tension, pain and spasm.
Calms the nervous system.
Improves your sense of well-being.
Eases anxiety, depression, and stress.
Releases endorphins.
Helps manage chronic pain.
Increases joint flexibility and range of motion.
Helps prevent and heal repetitive stress injuries.
Improves circulation.
Detoxifies the body by helping the lymphatic system flush out waste products.
Aids in general health maintenance and illness prevention.
Speeds recovery from injuries and reduces recovery time from strenuous workouts.
Helps remove lactic acid from muscles.
Relieves headaches and helps prevent migraines.
Alleviates many discomforts of pregnancy.
Helps decrease edema.
Enhances concentration, productivity and alertness.
Many people believe massage can aid in increasing longevity.
Who should avoid massage therapy?
Please do not use massage therapy if you have:
An infectious skin disease.
A rash.
An unhealed wound.
Immediately after surgery.
If you are prone to blood clots.
Circulatory ailments such as phlebitis or varicose veins.
Cancer patients immediately after chemotherapy or radiation therapy.
Massage should never be performed:
Directly over recent bruises.
Inflamed or infected injuries.
Areas of bleeding or heavy tissue damage.
At the sites of recent fractures or sprains.
Over any known tumor.
In any area with a recent surgical incision.
In the abdominal area for at least two hours after eating.
Abdominal hernia.
In the abdomen during the first three months of pregnancy.
Massage of the legs and feet is also inadvisable during the first trimester.
How long is a massage?
Most massages are an hour or an hour and a half long. Some clients prefer two hour sessions.
What should I expect at my first massage?
Remove all jewelry that could interfere with the massage.
Remove contact lenses.
Do not eat/drink large amounts for at least 2 hours prior to your massage.
Complete any necessary paperwork.
You will fill out an intake/health history form to help us understand your goal for treatment, general health, specific injuries, whether you are under a doctor's care, and if you are taking blood thinners or other medications. (See Contraindications list above.) Your therapist will spend time talking with you about your current conditions and preferences. Discuss any concerns you may have (areas to avoid, draping, room temperature, etc.) so that you will be more relaxed during the massage session. It is important to always update us before your treatments if there have been any changes in your medication or medical condition.
Do I have to completely undress? Am I covered during the treatment?
Undress to your own comfort level. Most people prefer to be nude, with towels or sheets covering all "private areas". You will be properly draped at all times, and only the area of the body being massaged will be exposed. However, everyone is different, and you are welcome to wear whatever makes you feel safe, comfortable and relaxed.
What happens during the session?
It is important to give your therapist feedback so that pressure, temperature and other variables can be adjusted to your optimal comfort level. When your therapist moves one of your limbs, it is not necessary to help. In fact, the massage therapist often relies on the weight of the limb as an aid to treatment. So relax and let your therapist do all of the work!
What should I do after my massage?
Take a few moments to stretch, breathe deeply, and re-orient yourself before dressing and leaving the room. Drink plenty of water.
What types of massage do you offer?
Please see our Services page.
Will the massage hurt?
Depending upon the type of massage, mild discomfort may occur on occasion. Relaxation massage should never feel uncomfortable. Deep tissue massage of chronically tight areas often elicits that "good hurt" sensation associated with muscle tension release. The therapeutic massage techniques used to treat injuries may require a moderate amount of discomfort, but always well within the client's tolerance levels. Pain creates tension and resistance, which will decrease the efficacy of the treatment. So always let your therapist know if she has passed your threshold for pain.
How long will the benefits last? How quickly will I feel better?
Sometimes massage brings immediate and long-lasting relief. Other times it may take a number of treatments, depending upon the client's condition. Receiving regular massage therapy will help maintain and magnify the benefits you experience. Many clients find that making standing appointments for every 4-6 weeks helps them stay calm, relaxed and healthier.
Can massage relieve headaches?
Not all headaches can be relieved by massage, but many are.
Tension headaches - Massage of the shoulders, neck and head softens and relaxes tight muscles, which normalizes blood flow and reduces nerve irritation.
Sinus headaches - Our special cupping and acupressure massage techniques help relax the sinuses and drain trapped fluids.
Migraine headaches - Migraines are caused by a variety of factors, such as impingement on the nerves of the neck or chemical imbalances. Massage cannot address chemical imbalances. However, massage techniques that release the levator scapulae muscle can help reduce nerve impingement and bring relief . It is often necessary to address one specific levator muscle for several hours to achieve complete relief.
What happens after the session?
Most clients feel comfortable, calm and deeply relaxed. Some people (especially those that are new to massage or haven't had a massage in a long time) may experience a slight temporary soreness. Drinking lots of water and taking a warm shower or strong magnesium bath generally eliminates this mild discomfort.
Is massage covered by insurance?
We accept PIP, L&I and a number of health insurance plans. Please contact your provider to see if we are covered under your specific plan. Most insurance plans require a prescription or referral by a doctor, chiropractor, physician's assistant or nurse practitioner.
How do I purchase a gift certificate?
Many clients purchase a gift certificate when they come in for their own personal treatment.
Relieves muscle tension, pain and spasm. Calms the nervous system. Improves your sense of well-being. Eases anxiety, depression, and stress. Releases endorphins. Helps manage chronic pain. Increases joint flexibility and range of motion. Helps prevent and heal repetitive stress injuries. Improves circulation. Detoxifies the body by helping the lymphatic system flush out waste products. Aids in general health maintenance and illness prevention. Speeds recovery from injuries and reduces recovery time from strenuous workouts. Helps remove lactic acid from muscles. Relieves headaches and helps prevent migraines. Alleviates many discomforts of pregnancy. Helps decrease edema. Enhances concentration, productivity and alertness.Many people believe massage can aid in increasing longevity.
Who should avoid massage therapy?
Please do not use massage therapy if you have:
An infectious skin disease. A rash. An unhealed wound. Immediately after surgery. If you are prone to blood clots. Circulatory ailments such as phlebitis or varicose veins. Cancer patients immediately after chemotherapy or radiation therapy.Massage should never be performed:
Directly over recent bruises. Inflamed or infected injuries. Areas of bleeding or heavy tissue damage. At the sites of recent fractures or sprains. Over any known tumor. In any area with a recent surgical incision. In the abdominal area for at least two hours after eating. Abdominal hernia. In the abdomen during the first three months of pregnancy. Massage of the legs and feet is also inadvisable during the first trimester.How long is a massage?
Most massages are an hour or an hour and a half long. Some clients prefer two hour sessions.
What should I expect at my first massage?
Remove all jewelry that could interfere with the massage. Remove contact lenses. Do not eat/drink large amounts for at least 2 hours prior to your massage. Complete any necessary paperwork.You will fill out an intake/health history form to help us understand your goal for treatment, general health, specific injuries, whether you are under a doctor's care, and if you are taking blood thinners or other medications. (See Contraindications list above.) Your therapist will spend time talking with you about your current conditions and preferences. Discuss any concerns you may have (areas to avoid, draping, room temperature, etc.) so that you will be more relaxed during the massage session. It is important to always update us before your treatments if there have been any changes in your medication or medical condition.
Do I have to completely undress? Am I covered during the treatment?
Undress to your own comfort level. Most people prefer to be nude, with towels or sheets covering all "private areas". You will be properly draped at all times, and only the area of the body being massaged will be exposed. However, everyone is different, and you are welcome to wear whatever makes you feel safe, comfortable and relaxed.
What happens during the session?
It is important to give your therapist feedback so that pressure, temperature and other variables can be adjusted to your optimal comfort level. When your therapist moves one of your limbs, it is not necessary to help. In fact, the massage therapist often relies on the weight of the limb as an aid to treatment. So relax and let your therapist do all of the work!
What should I do after my massage?
Take a few moments to stretch, breathe deeply, and re-orient yourself before dressing and leaving the room. Drink plenty of water.
What types of massage do you offer?
Please see our Services page.
Will the massage hurt?
Depending upon the type of massage, mild discomfort may occur on occasion. Relaxation massage should never feel uncomfortable. Deep tissue massage of chronically tight areas often elicits that "good hurt" sensation associated with muscle tension release. The therapeutic massage techniques used to treat injuries may require a moderate amount of discomfort, but always well within the client's tolerance levels. Pain creates tension and resistance, which will decrease the efficacy of the treatment. So always let your therapist know if she has passed your threshold for pain.
How long will the benefits last? How quickly will I feel better?
Sometimes massage brings immediate and long-lasting relief. Other times it may take a number of treatments, depending upon the client's condition. Receiving regular massage therapy will help maintain and magnify the benefits you experience. Many clients find that making standing appointments for every 4-6 weeks helps them stay calm, relaxed and healthier.
Can massage relieve headaches?
Not all headaches can be relieved by massage, but many are.
Tension headaches - Massage of the shoulders, neck and head softens and relaxes tight muscles, which normalizes blood flow and reduces nerve irritation. Sinus headaches - Our special cupping and acupressure massage techniques help relax the sinuses and drain trapped fluids. Migraine headaches - Migraines are caused by a variety of factors, such as impingement on the nerves of the neck or chemical imbalances. Massage cannot address chemical imbalances. However, massage techniques that release the levator scapulae muscle can help reduce nerve impingement and bring relief . It is often necessary to address one specific levator muscle for several hours to achieve complete relief.What happens after the session?
Most clients feel comfortable, calm and deeply relaxed. Some people (especially those that are new to massage or haven't had a massage in a long time) may experience a slight temporary soreness. Drinking lots of water and taking a warm shower or strong magnesium bath generally eliminates this mild discomfort.
Is massage covered by insurance?
We accept PIP, L&I and a number of health insurance plans. Please contact your provider to see if we are covered under your specific plan. Most insurance plans require a prescription or referral by a doctor, chiropractor, physician's assistant or nurse practitioner.
How do I purchase a gift certificate?
Many clients purchase a gift certificate when they come in for their own personal treatment.
