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Guidelines for
receiving Massage
- Please fill out the
health
intake form before your first visit and let your therapist know about any about any particular areas
of tension or soreness, recent illnesses or surgeries, and current medical
conditions whether they are being treated or not.
- Please read our
privacy statement and bring a signed copy with you
to your first visit.
- Before the session begins
ask any questions you may have. If you have any concerns discuss them with
your therapist. Be clear about your goals for the session and what you
expect. To help you have a clear idea what Massage For Seattle offers please
look at our “What to Expect” page.
- The optimal way to receive a
massage is fully unclothed. To maintain your privacy your therapist will
leave the room as you undress and get on the table. Also, only the areas of
your body being worked on are exposed at any given time. If this is not
comfortable for you, you may wear whatever makes you the most comfortable.
- During the massage, try to
allow yourself to relax. Close your eyes and focus on long slow deep
breaths. Remember that you do not need to help the therapist move your
limbs. Let gravity and the therapist do all the work. However, if your
therapist moves you into a position that is painful or uncomfortable, please
let him know.
- Good massage requires
feedback from you regarding what is and isn’t working for you.
- Because massage is relaxing,
the body sometimes releases tension and the mind sometimes releases emotions
and energy. Allow yourself to feel or express emotions as they arise.
Similarly you may fall asleep. Your therapist will wake you when it is
necessary for you to roll over or when the session is ended.
- Please provide feedback
regarding the quality of your massage. We would love to hear how to make
your next visit even more enjoyable.
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