Arrival
There is no “10 minutes prior to 10 minutes prior.” The best time to arrive is at your appointment time (or within a 10 minute window early/late).
Intake
The intake interview is very important. I will be asking about your current symptoms (if any) and pertinent medical history. This information allows me to design a treatment plan tailored to your therapeutic goals. It also helps me avoid any areas that may be prone to injury or exacerbation. The interview process will take anywhere from 5-10 minutes for an average client but may run longer for cases of severe trauma or recurrent TBI.
PAYMENT
In order to best serve my community, I do not currently take insurance. If I did, my schedule would be flooded with VA referrals and it would be very difficult to get an appointment. This may change in the future but for now, if you need someone who accepts VA insurance, I recommend Hesed Bodywork in Spring Lake. I accept cash, credit/debit cards, Venmo, Cash App, Apple Pay, gold, silver, ammo, and bartering. Tipping is always appreciated but never expected. The best tip is your repeated business, reviews, and referrals.
Clothing
Massage can be performed at all levels of dress, from fully clothed to fully nude. When it's time to get on the table, only undress to your personal comfort level.
Keep in mind:
- Exposed skin is easier to palpate and allows for the application of more varied techniques.
- You will remain carefully draped throughout the entire massage to maintain privacy and respect.
If you choose to wear underwear, silkies are the best (or thongs for women). Boxer-briefs are the hardest to work around and will restrict me from being able to use certain techniques to treat low back, glute and hamstring issues.
Be sure to remove all jewelry prior to the massage. Wedding bands can stay on.
After-care
After receiving massage, drink plenty of water for the next 24 hours. Your increased circulation of blood and lymphatic fluid means the toxins they transport will be released into your kidneys in higher concentration. Drinking water will help move those toxins out of your body through your urinary system.
Be sure to get lots of rest. Try not to schedule anything after your massage. Instead, use that time to let your body heal.
You shouldn’t feel sore after a massage. If you do, it means the pressure was too deep. You can relieve some discomfort by taking a warm bath with Epsom salts. Please let me know if you experience any painful or unusual symptoms in the days following your session.