The number of treatments will vary from person to person. Some people experience immediate relief; others may take months or even years to achieve results. Chronic conditions usually take longer to resolve than acute ones. Plan on a minimum of a month to see changes, but typically after each treatment you will feel totally relaxed.

Treatment frequency depends on a variety of factors: your constitution, the severity and duration of the problem. A massage therapist may suggest one or two treatments per week, or monthly visits for health maintenance and seasonal “tune ups”.  Treatment frequency is also determined by your primary healthcare provider (your primary doctor) in the case of private health insurance, workman’s compensation claims and motor vehicle accident claims.

How many treatments will I need? was last modified: February 11th, 2013 by admin

Yes. In some instances children actually respond more quickly than adults. If your child has an aversion to having too much pressure, please inform your massage therapist.

Is massage safe for children? was last modified: February 11th, 2013 by admin

Overall benefits of massage therapy are general relaxation, relief of stress and muscular tension and improvement of circulation. Benefits for more specific health conditions or injuries can be discussed with a therapist upon initial consultation.

What Will Massage Do For Me? was last modified: February 11th, 2013 by admin

A Massage Therapist is in one of the fast-growing healthcare professions. For many years, massage therapy was virtually an unknown practice, even considered therapy for spiritual healing. In recent years, public interest has grown. Many insurance companies and healthcare services have started to recognize the benefits of skilled practitioners. Consumer interest coupled with insurance company funding has led to more practicing therapists, more formal accreditation programs, and therapy specialties services within the

Massage therapists treat clients by using touch to manipulate the soft-tissue muscles of the body. With their touch, therapists relieve pain, rehabilitate injuries, reduce stress, increase relaxation, and aid in the general wellness of clients.

Massage Therapy is an effective form of health care that has evolved into a complete and holistic treatment for many ailments.

What is a Massage Therapist and what do they do? was last modified: February 11th, 2013 by admin