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A myofascial release session is more therapeutic in base than traditional massage therapy.

To get the best results, bring or wear clothing that allows for movement and assessment. Since it's more effective to release your tissues, instead of your clothing, it is recommended that a 2-piece swimsuit or shorts and tank/sports bra is worn. The room is heated to 75 degrees or higher for your comfort.

Make sure you fill out your paperwork ahead of time OR arrive 10-15 minutes prior to your first appointment. When you have arrive, prepared for your session, I will bring you into the massage room and discuss your session goals. We will discuss your health history and any accidents or injuries that may be affecting your current condition. Once you are ready for your session, I will reenter the room to do a standing and/or laying postural assessment. This allows us to see where your body is imbalanced as well as give clues to what else is being affected in your body. Then it is simply your job to be present and open to healing.

After your session is over, make sure to take your time getting up and stay hydrated. Self care recommendations are given based on your session.

Since there is the potential for movement with myofascial release sessions, it is not recommended that you are completely naked. It is recommended that you wear a swim suit or sports top and shorts. Never take off more clothes than you are comfortable taking off. Also, please be aware that your clothing line is a boundary that your massage therapist will respect. Be aware that some techniques can be more effective with less clothes, but there’s no reason you cannot enjoy your massage fully clothed.

Absolutely not!! While many of us have heard the theory “no pain, no gain,” this is not always true. While there is such thing as productive discomfort, it should never be so intense that you cannot comfortably breathe through it. If you are wincing away from the pain, or it reaches above a 6 or 7 on a pain scale, the pressure may be too much and could possibly cause damage. If the pressure is too much, inform me immediately and I can adjust the technique to meet your needs.

*Please note* I will listen to your tissues when applying techniques. If your body starts showing signs of potential damage (excessive redness, heat, swelling, etc), i will change techniques or areas addressed to respect your body. Depending on your state of body awareness, you may not always realize this tissue limit has been reached.

The best things you can do to help keep the results of your session for longer are keep hydrated, stretch/self care, and try to reduce stress. Please ask me for individualized recommendations for self care and stretching.

You can also view our post on Maximizing Your Massage Benefits.

To help you get the most out of your session, we do not recommend bringing children to your appointment. But I will not decline your appointment because of this. Please keep in mind that may be more than one session happening at our location at the same time. We expect to be able to provide them a serene environment, though we do understand that some noise happens.

We encourage people from 1 to 100 to receive regular positive physical contact! But if you are under 18 years of age, a parent must be present and sign a consent before you can receive your massage. This is for liability purposes, as indicated by our liability insurance company.

Tips are never required or expected. If you believe you have received an excellent massage, a tip is appreciated. Bottom line, if you feel like tipping, please tip. If you do not feel it’s appropriate, don’t. Your service quality is not dependent on such.

Some people feel uncomfortable with certain techniques and may want to giggle. If this happens, your massage therapist may want to firmer pressure or change the technique to make you more comfortable. In the event that an area is too ticklish to be worked on, please inform me and I can skip that area completely. Informing me ahead of time about sensitive areas can make your session more comfortable.

Of course you can! Although, if you would like to lay on the table, you will need to bring someone who can help transport you onto the table. If this is not possible or comfortable, the session can be given while you are in your wheelchair. Our staff is not trained in safe transfer methods and we do not ask them to do so, for safety reasons.

It rarely happens, but if it does don’t panic. Sometimes this happens as a reaction of the nervous system going into relaxation mode (sometimes because of certain medications). I know that this is a physiological reaction and will treat the situation accordingly. Usually I will direct your attention to another area of your body, change the techniques or change the pressure. Your unintended erection, and any embarrassment, will soon pass.

Please note that I have a zero tolerance policy for sexual predators. Any suggestive behavior will not be tolerated and law enforcement will be contacted if needed.

Yes! Some insurance companies offer coverage for massage therapy, but it can be a bit intimidating to find out if your provider will cover it. You can learn more about the different types of coverage for massage therapy by clicking here.