Your massage therapist will do everything possible to insure that your experience is positive and rewarding. You’ll be asked about your reasons for getting a massage, current physical condition, medical history, life-style, stress level, areas of pain, and other pertinent topics.
You’ll be asked to undress in private and drape yourself with the sheet, towel or gown provided by the therapist. You may leave your underwear off or on, at your discretion. You’ll lie down on a comfortably padded massage table. The therapist will undrape only that part of your body being massaged, insuring that your modesty is respected at all times.
You should expect a peaceful and comfortable environment for your massage. Report distractions of any kind to your therapist, whether from physical discomfort, room temperature, volume of music, or any other source.
After your massage
Drink plenty of water. Massage releases physical and emotional toxins held in your muscles. Drinking plenty of water will flush these toxins from your body and will help with any residual pain after deep tissue work.
Information reproduced with permission from the American Massage Therapy Association.
