Frequently Asked Questions - POM Massage Fort Myers

What is exactly is Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy spans a wide variety of therapeutic approaches, working to improve an individual's health and well being through hands - on manipulation of muscles and other soft tissues of the body.

What are the key benefits of Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy relieves pain, reduces stress, renews energy, increases flexibility and mobility, facilitates postural alignment, helps heal wounds (physical, emotional, psychological and spiritual), strengthens the immune system, helps people reconnect with their inner self, improves circulation, helps eliminate toxins, improves sports performance, optimizes the benefits of other health care providers (eg. chiropractic, physician, acupuncturist) and helps in the maintainence of health, vitality and wellbeing.

Do I have to take my clothes off?
Whatever you are comfortable with. Some people choose to undress completely whilst others keep undergarments on. Throughout the massage you will be covered by a sheet and the massage therapist will only undrape that area of your body to be worked on at the time. No clothes need to be removed for certain massage techiques (eg.acupressure).

Will it hurt?
It depends on the type of therapy and what kinds of problems you have. A general relaxation massage (swedish) should not hurt. Shiatsu/acupuressure may access painful points and any therapy that directly addresses myofascial problems (eg. Deep Tissue, Trigger Point) may be painful when treating problem areas. However, most clients describe such feelings as "hurting in a good way" . A good massage therapist pays careful attention to both verbal and nonverbal cues from their client so as they know how deep to go. It is important that you let your massage therapist know if you are feeling any discomfort throughout the massage.

Are there any preparations I need to make before my appointment?
It is best to not eat for at least 90 minutes before your massage treatment. And only a lite meal at that time.

This is a similar process to swimming or a work out when your body will take all the blood away from the digestion process and take it to the working peripheral tissues therefore causing poor digestion and possible discomfort.

What can I expect when I go for a massage appointment?
On your first visit you will complete a confidential health history form. Your therapist will go over your health history form with you.

What if I am uncomfortable with my body?
It is possible to work on a client who is dressed. So just let your therapist know your comfort level.

Does the gender of the massage therapist make a difference?
This is an issue of personal preference.

I bruise easily, can I still get a massage?
It is important to let your massage therapist know (this should be asked on the health history form you will asked to fill out on your first visit). Massage therapy is not recommended for people who suffer from hemophilia.

Am I expected to talk during the massage?
If you wish to have silence, you should say so at the beginning of the treatment. The therapist may, however, require verbal information pertinent to health findings during the treatment.

Should I Stretch before and after exercising?
Yes you should do both:

After a 5 minute warm up as simple as marching on the spot to get the blood circulating through your muscles you can start your stretching routine safely. Hold each stretch 20 to 30 seconds and breath deeply. No bouncing and no pain.
After your work out and cool down you do your stretches all again with not pain.

Do I tip?
Tipping is entirely at the discretion of the client. Many clients do tip, and the the average percentage is 15-25%.

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