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About Me:
I have been working full time in massage therapy since
1997. Since that time I have remained a professional
member in good standing of the American Massage
Therapy Association and certified by the National
Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and
Bodywork (NCTMB). I received my training and graduated
from the Health Enrichment Center a COMTA accredited
school in 1997. The training there was a 1000 hour
course. Since that time I have continued my education in
many modalities including, Process Acupressure, La
Stone, Reiki, Quantum Touch, Myofascial work and more.
I enjoy my work and so will you! call for an appointment
today!
I have been working full time in massage therapy since
1997. Since that time I have remained a professional
member in good standing of the American Massage
Therapy Association and certified by the National
Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and
Bodywork (NCTMB). I received my training and graduated
from the Health Enrichment Center a COMTA accredited
school in 1997. The training there was a 1000 hour
course. Since that time I have continued my education in
many modalities including, Process Acupressure, La
Stone, Reiki, Quantum Touch, Myofascial work and more.
I enjoy my work and so will you! call for an appointment
today!
Ten Tips to Get the Most From Your Massage
1. Be as receptive and open to the massage process as possible.
2. Don’t eat just before a massage session. Let your body digest your meal first.
3. Be on time. If you arrive in a frenzied, rushed state, it may take longer to relax.
4.Take off only as much clothing as you are comfortable removing. If you don’t want to remove your
clothing, wear clothing that will be comfortable during the massage and will allow the massage
therapist to touch and move the areas of your body you expect will need to be massaged.
Privacy - The therapist will either leave the room or otherwise provide privacy while you undress. A
sheet or towel is provided for draping during the massage and the therapist will uncover only the
part of your body being massaged, ensuring that modesty is respected at all times. After the
massage is finished, you will be provided with privacy while dressing.
5. Communicate with your massage therapist
* Before the session, give accurate health information and let the massage therapist know your
expectations and reasons for the massage.
*Allergies to Oils, Lotions, Powders – The therapist may use oil, lotion or powders to reduce friction
on your skin. If you are allergic to any oils, lotions or powders, tell your massage therapist, who can
choose a substitute.
* Some massage therapists play recorded music during the massage session. Others find music
distracting. If it’s provided, let your massage therapist know if you have any music preferences or if
you would prefer they turn off the music.
* Some people like to talk during a massage, while others remain silent. Tell your massage
therapist what you prefer.
* During the massage session, report any discomfort, whether it’s from the massage or due to any
problems or distractions related to the environment, e.g., room temperature, music volume, lighting,
etc.
* Give feedback to the massage therapist during the massage on the amount of pressure, speed of
hand movement, etc. If anything happens that you dislike or seems improper, you have the right to
ask the massage therapist to stop. If necessary, you also have the right to end the session.
* Don’t be afraid to discuss any apprehensions or concerns. It’s important that you be as
comfortable as possible during your massage. Your massage therapist is a professional
dedicated to do his or her best to help you feel at ease.
6.Remember to breathe normally. Breathing helps facilitate relaxation. People often stop or limit
their breathing when they feel anxious or a sensitive area is massaged.
7.Relax your muscles and your mind. Tightening up by contracting or hardening your muscles
during the massage is counterproductive. Let your massage therapist know this is happening. They
may need to adjust the massage technique they use and may also be able to help you relax the
affected area. If you find your thoughts are racing during the massage, one way to be more body-
centered and to quiet your mind is to follow the hands of the massage therapist and focus on how
the touch feels.
8. Drink extra water after your massage.
9. Don’t get up too quickly and do allow for some open, quiet time after your massage session. If
you’re dizzy or light headed after the massage, do not get off the table too fast. It also may take a
little time to integrate or absorb the results of the massage session.
10.Be prepared to schedule several massage sessions. Massage has its greatest benefits over
time. The therapeutic effects of massage are cumulative, so the more often you get a massage, the
better you will feel and the more quickly your body will respond. From one session to the next,
relaxation deepens as the chronic patterns of stress in the body are affected and released. If you’re
getting massage to address chronic muscular tension or recovery from a soft tissue injury, more
than one session is usually needed.
This article was taken from the the AMTA website.
1. Be as receptive and open to the massage process as possible.
2. Don’t eat just before a massage session. Let your body digest your meal first.
3. Be on time. If you arrive in a frenzied, rushed state, it may take longer to relax.
4.Take off only as much clothing as you are comfortable removing. If you don’t want to remove your
clothing, wear clothing that will be comfortable during the massage and will allow the massage
therapist to touch and move the areas of your body you expect will need to be massaged.
Privacy - The therapist will either leave the room or otherwise provide privacy while you undress. A
sheet or towel is provided for draping during the massage and the therapist will uncover only the
part of your body being massaged, ensuring that modesty is respected at all times. After the
massage is finished, you will be provided with privacy while dressing.
5. Communicate with your massage therapist
* Before the session, give accurate health information and let the massage therapist know your
expectations and reasons for the massage.
*Allergies to Oils, Lotions, Powders – The therapist may use oil, lotion or powders to reduce friction
on your skin. If you are allergic to any oils, lotions or powders, tell your massage therapist, who can
choose a substitute.
* Some massage therapists play recorded music during the massage session. Others find music
distracting. If it’s provided, let your massage therapist know if you have any music preferences or if
you would prefer they turn off the music.
* Some people like to talk during a massage, while others remain silent. Tell your massage
therapist what you prefer.
* During the massage session, report any discomfort, whether it’s from the massage or due to any
problems or distractions related to the environment, e.g., room temperature, music volume, lighting,
etc.
* Give feedback to the massage therapist during the massage on the amount of pressure, speed of
hand movement, etc. If anything happens that you dislike or seems improper, you have the right to
ask the massage therapist to stop. If necessary, you also have the right to end the session.
* Don’t be afraid to discuss any apprehensions or concerns. It’s important that you be as
comfortable as possible during your massage. Your massage therapist is a professional
dedicated to do his or her best to help you feel at ease.
6.Remember to breathe normally. Breathing helps facilitate relaxation. People often stop or limit
their breathing when they feel anxious or a sensitive area is massaged.
7.Relax your muscles and your mind. Tightening up by contracting or hardening your muscles
during the massage is counterproductive. Let your massage therapist know this is happening. They
may need to adjust the massage technique they use and may also be able to help you relax the
affected area. If you find your thoughts are racing during the massage, one way to be more body-
centered and to quiet your mind is to follow the hands of the massage therapist and focus on how
the touch feels.
8. Drink extra water after your massage.
9. Don’t get up too quickly and do allow for some open, quiet time after your massage session. If
you’re dizzy or light headed after the massage, do not get off the table too fast. It also may take a
little time to integrate or absorb the results of the massage session.
10.Be prepared to schedule several massage sessions. Massage has its greatest benefits over
time. The therapeutic effects of massage are cumulative, so the more often you get a massage, the
better you will feel and the more quickly your body will respond. From one session to the next,
relaxation deepens as the chronic patterns of stress in the body are affected and released. If you’re
getting massage to address chronic muscular tension or recovery from a soft tissue injury, more
than one session is usually needed.
This article was taken from the the AMTA website.
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Therapeutic Deep Tissue and Relaxing Massage
About Me:
I have been working full time in massage therapy since
1997. Since that time I have remained a professional
member in good standing of the American Massage
Therapy Association and certified by the National
Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and
Bodywork (NCTMB). I received my training and graduated
from the Health Enrichment Center a COMTA accredited
school in 1997. The training there was a 1000 hour
course. Since that time I have continued my education in
many modalities including, Process Acupressure, La
Stone, Reiki, Quantum Touch, Myofascial work and more.
I enjoy my work and so will you! call for an appointment
today! 231-881-0618
I have been working full time in massage therapy since
1997. Since that time I have remained a professional
member in good standing of the American Massage
Therapy Association and certified by the National
Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and
Bodywork (NCTMB). I received my training and graduated
from the Health Enrichment Center a COMTA accredited
school in 1997. The training there was a 1000 hour
course. Since that time I have continued my education in
many modalities including, Process Acupressure, La
Stone, Reiki, Quantum Touch, Myofascial work and more.
I enjoy my work and so will you! call for an appointment
today! 231-881-0618
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