8 Frequently Asked Questions About Massage Therapy
What treatments do you have at the clinic?
I have the most advanced tools in my clinic. I always strive to reach all clients with the problems I can solve. It is important for me to say that the clinic offers many different treatments, so not all options are listed on this website.
Are there couples therapies?
Yes, it is possible to treat a couple at the same time in the same room, and request access to the pool, hot/cold drinks, and light refreshments.
Do you treat serious illnesses?
Yes, I have the knowledge and tools to help people with serious illnesses. Before surgery, I first consult with that patient and discuss a long-term treatment plan. Then, based on the progress of the treatments, I perform varying treatments.
What type of massage should you do?
There are different styles of massage, the most common being Swedish massage, which is a full-body therapeutic massage designed to relax muscles and joints. Other popular types include deep tissue massage, shiatsu, hot stones, reflexology, Thai massage, and more. It is recommended to choose a massage based on your needs, for example, sports massage for people who exercise frequently, massage suitable for pregnant women.
When should you get a massage? Determining the date of your massage will be calculated based on your convenient schedule. It is important to remember that it is not recommended to eat right before the massage, nor to do physical activity immediately after it. After the massage, you should try to relax and not perform strenuous activities, this way you can get more out of the massage you have had.
Can massage hurt? Massage shouldn't hurt. It's a good idea to communicate with your therapist during the massage. If he or she is pressing too hard on a certain area or if it hurts, you should tell him or her. You shouldn't have to suffer from the massage. On the contrary, you should enjoy most treatments and feel better. Don't be shy at any point to tell your therapist to stop or change the intensity of the massage.
Is it possible to sleep during the treatment? You can fall asleep during the massage and you have no reason to worry if you do. In fact, this is a positive situation, the therapist sees that you are relaxed, and he is also the one who will wake you up at the end of the treatment. When you wake up, it is worth taking a few minutes of rest after the massage.
How will you feel after the massage? You should feel some relief after a massage. Sometimes you may experience 24-48 hours of soreness, but it should be a good kind of soreness, like after a sports workout. After a massage, you should feel relaxed and calm, due to changes in the levels of serotonin and endorphins in your body.
Don't expect a one-time massage to eliminate your back pain or other chronic pain for life. Many people mistakenly think that within one hour of treatment their pain will disappear permanently. Pain relief is a cumulative effect that requires several consecutive treatments.
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