Where will my massage or bodywork session take place?
Who will perform the massage or bodywork?
Must I be completely undressed?
Will I be covered during the session?
What parts of my body will be massaged?
Will lubricant be used?
What will the massage or bodywork feel like?
Are there different kinds of massge and bodywork?
How long will the session last?
What should I do during the massage or bodywork session?
How will I feel after the massage or bodywork session?
What are the benefits of massage and bodywork?
Are there any medical conditions that would make massage or bodywork inadvisable?

Where will my massage or bodywork session take place?
Your massage or bodywork session will take place in a warm, comfortable, room. Soft music may be played to help you relax. You will lie on a table especially designed for your comfort.

Who will perform the massage or bodywork?
Your session will be conducted by a trained professional who has received proper training, often in a variety of massage techniques. Some massage and bodywork practitioners are licensed by the state, while others are locally regulated.

Must I be completely undressed?
Most massage and bodywork techniques are traditionally performed with the client unclothed;however, you may decide what amount of clothing you prefer to wear for your own comfort.The practitioner will leave the room while you undress, relax on the table, and cover yourself with the clean sheet of towel.

Will I be covered during the session?
You will be properly draped at all times to keep you warm and comfortable. Only the area being worked on will be exposed.

What parts of my body will be massaged?
You and the practitioner will discuss the desired outcome of your session. This will determine which parts of your body require massage. A typical full body session will include work on your back, arms, legs, feet, hands, neck and shoulders. You will not be touched on or near your genitals (male or female) or breasts (female).

Will lubricant be used?
A light oil or lotion may be used to permit your muscles to be worked on without causing excessive friction to the skin.The lubricants used should hydrate the skin and be readily absorbed.

What will the massage or bodywork feel like? 
It depends on the techniques used. In a general Swedish massage, your session may start with broad flowing strokes which will help calm your nervous system and relax exterior muscle tension. As your body becomes relaxed, pressure will be gradually increased to relax specific areas and relieve areas of muscular tension.

You should communicate immediately if you feel and discomfort so that another approach may be taken. Massage and bodywork are most effective when your body is not resisting.

Are there different kinds of massage and bodywork?
There are numerous types of massage and bodywork; various techniques utilize different strokes, including basic rubbing strokes, rocking movement, posture and movement reeducation, application of pressure to specific points, etc. 

How long will the session last? 
The average full-body massage or bodywork session lasts approximately one hour. A half-hour appointment only allows time for a partial massage session, such as neck and shoulders, or legs and feet. Many people prefer a one to two hour session for optimal relaxation. Always allow relaxation time prior to and after the session. Hot tubs, steam baths, and saunas can assist in the relaxation process.

What should I do during the massage or bodywork session? 
Make yourself comfortable. The practitioner will either gently move you or tell you what is needed throughout the session (such as lifting your arm). Many people just close there eyes and completely relax. Others like to talk during their massage or bodywork.

How will I feel after the massage or bodywork session?
Most people feel very relaxed. Some experience freedom from long-term arches and pains developed from tension or repetitive activity. After an initial period of feeling slowed down, people often experience increased energy, heightened awareness, and greater productivity which can last for days.

What are the benefits of massage and bodywork?
Massage or bodywork can help release chronic muscular tension and pain, improve circulation increase joint flexibility, reduce mental stress, promote faster healing if injured muscle tissue, improve posture, and reduce blood pressure.

Are there any medical conditions that would make massage or bodywork inadvisable? 
Before you begin your session, the practitioner will ask some general health questions. It is very important that you inform the practitioner of any health problems or medications you are taking. If you are under a doctor’s care, it is strongly advised that you receive a written recommendation for massage or bodywork prior to any session.