Saturday, March 12, 2016

So it's your first massage... What to expect and how to prepare



Before your massage
-Drink water
-Drink tea
-Have a light snack
-Don't have a big meal before your session
-Avoid alcohol
-Stretching before your session can be beneficial it will loosen up tight muscles, which can help those area's be less painful

Arrive early
-About 5-10 minutes to fill out paperwork
-Use the bathroom

Tell your therapist
-Any recent injury's, medical or health conditions you may have
-If you have any sensitivity to lotions or oils
-Any question's you may have
-Discuss any particular goal you have for your session; relaxation, focus to a certain area
-Any area's you don't want massaged, or maybe sensitive


How to get ready
-The therapist will leave the room, then you will undress to whatever you feel most comfortable
You don't have to be entirely naked, but the less clothing you have on the easier your therapist can work to give you the best massage
-Take off any jewelry
-If you have longer hair it's best to put in a pony tail or bun
-Get under the sheets

During the session
-The therapist will uncover only the area being worked on
-Tell your therapist if the music is to loud, the table warmer is to hot, or not hot enough 
-Remember to breathe this will allow your muscles to relax and release tension
-If you need more or less pressure during the session at any time
-Be as open as you can to the process, allow yourself to completely relax

After your massage 
-Take your time getting up
-Drink water


-Schedule your next session!