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Q .What are the benefits of Massage Therapy? 
A. Massage increases the circulation of both blood and lymph thereby increasing the amount of oxygen and nutrients to the muscles as well as promoting the elimination of wastes. Massage helps keep muscles, tendons and ligaments strong yet flexible and in turn improves the range of motion and alignment of associated joints. A wonderful side effect of massage is relaxation. Massage benefits digestion, elimination and immune function.

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Q . Are there any reasons not to get a massage?
A. Yes, there are some reasons not to have a massage:

Fever 
Cancer under therapy  
Bleeding problems
Heart failure
Kidney failure  
Active stroke
Irregular heart beats
Unrepaired aneurysms
Infections
Contagious conditions such as ringworms, lice, scabies 
Uncontrolled high blood pressure 

IF IN DOUBT, CHECK IT OUT WITH YOUR PHYSICIAN FIRST!

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Q. What can I expect if I have never had a massage before? 
A. Your initial interview starts with the phone call you make to set up the appointment. When you arrive at the office you will have a short medical questionnaire to fill out. This lets the therapist know if there are any considerations for the type of massage he/she will use. Next you will be given a few instructions on what to do after the massage (drink plenty of water over the next 24 hours). Then you'll be shown to the room for the massage and instructed on how the table works, where to lay, turning etc. The level to which you undress is up to you. Clients have remained fully clothed or have been fully nude with a gamut of in betweens. The therapist uncovers only the area he/she is currently applying massage to. All other parts of the body are covered with a sheet. The genitals and breasts are NEVER uncovered or massaged.

 Conversation during the massage is minimal and usually used to gather information about pressure sensitivity or areas of pain (Trigger Point Therapy). The therapist respects your need for quiet and relaxation. Soft music is played in the background for your enjoyment. The therapist may also use heat packs or ice packs during the massage depending on the need

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Q. Is it common to feel achy or sore the day after a massage?
A. Some clients have reported feeling achy, flu like symptoms or headaches after a massage. Remember, massage mechanically works the muscles of the body and flushes out toxins and other by‑products in the muscles. Drinking water following a massage lessens these symptoms and aids in the dilution those products and flushing them out of the system

ONE SOLUTION TO POLLUTION IS DILUTION

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Q . How often is massage Therapy recommended?
A. Unless you are being seen for a particular therapeutic problem one to two times a month will suffice. Some clients come once a week and some once every couple of months. If massage is a part of your holistic health plan once a month is recommended. There are no penances for greater time spans between massage sessions .

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