We want you to get the most out of your session!

You can help maximize the effectiveness of massage with these few, simple tips...

How to prepare for your massage:

1. Drink plenty of water. Human muscles are comprised of approximately 75% water. When they are optimally hydrated, they respond very well to massage techniques. Please note that simply drinking a lot of water the day of a massage will not prepare the body as adequately for massage than if water intake is a continuous habit. An easy guideline is to take your weight and divide it in half; the number you get is the amount of water (in ounces) you should be drinking each day. If exercising or if caffeinated or alcoholic beverages are a part of your diet, then you'll need even more.
   
   
2. Think about what you would like to get from your session. Is your goal relaxation? Is there a specific area you would like to target? This will help you and your therapist work towards the same goal.
   
   
3. Be aware that your individual areas of discomfort may need more than one session to feel a difference. Remember, it didn't get that way overnight.... Be patient with yourself and your body.
   
   
4. There is no such thing as a stupid question! We are pleased to address any of your concerns. Communication is key for a successful massage session!
   
   

What to do after your session:

1. Enjoy! Your nervous system has just been soothed; your muscles have been eased of discomfort... take some time to feel what it is like be more aligned and relaxed.
   
   
2. Drink more water! This is to assure that the toxins released into your lymphatic system (part of the circulatory system) by massage are flushed through the body with fresh fluids. This will help to cleanse your body and allow it to function optimally.
   
   
3. If you have received a deeper style of massage (which would have been discussed and agreed upon prior to the session), you may want to ice the treatment area. Alternating ice and heat (15 minutes of each) will encourage a quicker recovery of the tissue. It is not uncommon to be slightly sore after this type of massage, but it should go away a few days after the treatment.
   
   
4. Pay attention to how you feel. Did massage address your needs? Are you sleeping better? Can you stretch and move easier? Would you like to try something different next time? It's helpful to come up with some questions or comments for your therapist to make sure you're getting the most out of your sessions.