Terms and FAQS
What should I expect during my appointment?
Your first appointment will consist of an initial consultation during which we will have a short chat about your lifestyle, medical and health history, problem areas, reasons for visiting and what you would like to get out of the treatment. Subsequent appointments will consist of a quick check in following your last appointment and to note of any changes. Following your treatment, you will be given further chance to relax with a glass of water whilst you dress. Findings will be discussed alongside aftercare advice and optional suggested exercises to aid in your recovery and increase the benefit of your treatment.
What do I need to wear for my massage?
Your comfort is key. Loose fitting clothing is best. During your appointment, I will ask you to undress to your lower underwear, therefore please dress appropriately.
How do I know what pressure to ask for during my appointment?
During your initial consultation, we will discuss if you have had previous massage treatments before, what pressure you would prefer and whether you would prefer a more relaxing treatment or deep tissue.
During a Deep Tissue Massage in particular, some areas or certain techniques make cause discomfort. However, a therapeutic massage should never be painful and I will check in regularly throughout the treatment to make sure that it is within your pain tolerance.
Should I be silent or chat during my massage treatment?
This time is simply for you. Please feel free to communicate as much or as little as you would like.
How often should I have a treatment?
I would recommend monthly maintenance massages to fully benefit from the treatment. Regular massages keep the soft tissues in optimum functioning state and speed up healing and recovery. It also allows potential problems to be identified and worked on before they turn into injury.
I have a cold, should I attend my appointment?
Massage is not recommended if you are feeling unwell even simply with a cold. When we are ill our immune system is working hard to fight the illness. Massage stimulates the lymphatic and circulatory system and can therefore bring on a cold faster. Massage can also be painful when feeling unwell as our body is far more sensitive to touch. Additionally lying face down, if suffering from a cold, can exacerbate any congestion that you are experiencing.
It is recommended to wait at least 5 days following your illness before having a massage.
After care advice
After care advice and optional recommended exercises will be discussed following your treatment and emailed through to you shortly afterwards.
