Massage is Maintenance... |
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Things to Know... |
· Be honest about your medical history and medications.Sometimes massage is not a good idea and could hurt you.· If you are in doubt about any aspect of your health or have any questions about increasing your circulation, consult a medical doctor before beginning a massage therapy routine.· If you're pregnant, there are certain areas that are safer left alone. Your therapist can explain these areas to you.· It's best NOT to eat before a massage. You could feel ill if you do.· It Is best to drink plenty of water before and after your massage. That's what keeps us all going and it will help improve your circulation after the massage!· A shower before your massage is always best. It helps to open your pores, remove some of the daily pressure and makes the massage more pleasurable for you and the therapist.· If you're running late...CALL! Your lateness could impact another appointment and may cause you to be rescheduled...Your time is valuable to you. WE MAY ASSESS A FEE FOR CHRONIC LATENESS OR MISSED APPOINTMENTS OF $25.00 PER OCCURRENCE! So please, try not to be frequently late...· You are always in control of the sessions. If there is something that isn't right, let your therapist know right away so it can be corrected.Because massage has grown in popularity. There are many people seeking advice on their disease and whether massage is a good alternate/complementary therapy to the conventional treatment they might presently be receiving.Following is a list of diseases which can benefit from massage
¨ Fibromyalgia/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome ¨ Nausea in Cancer and HIV ¨ Multiple Sclerosis/Muscular Dystrophy ¨ Chronic Repetitive Strain Injuries ¨ Anxiety & Panic Attacks ¨ Migraine Headache ¨ Back Pain ¨ Insomnia ¨ Premature Infant growth & development This list may look extensive, but there is research to back up these claims. Click on the Icons below to link to research information available for these and other conditions. Of course, this is only a small list of conditions...There are always exceptions to every rule and massage is not indicated for all situations...¨ Within 48 to 72 hours after any injury ¨ Anytime there is fever, cold or flu symptoms ¨ Whenever there is an active skin condition such as shingles, impetigo, severe acne, open wounds or herpes (cold sore type) lesions, massage may not be indicated
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