If you haven’t had much experience with massage therapy, you might be wondering what to expect during a typical massage session.

  1. Preliminary information
    • In Harmony's certified massage therapist will ask preliminary questions to determine your overall health and your desired results from massage therapy.
    • Your therapist will assess your needs and explore your motivation in getting massage, including your health goals.
    • In Harmony's massage therapist will consider information about your physical condition, medical history, lifestyle, stress levels and any areas of physical pain.
    • The information gathered in a brief interview will help your therapist determine how to structure the session to achieve your desired results.
  2. Removing Clothing
    • Before your massage, you’ll be asked to remove clothing to your level of comfort.
    • In Harmony's therapist will leave the room while you undress and remove any jewelry or other articles that might interfere with the massage. Take off only as much as you are comfortable removing.
    • Keep in mind that your massage will be most effective when the massage therapist can touch your skin in areas they will massage.
    • Lay on the massage table, underneath the provided clean sheet or towel, which will cover your body except for the part being massaged.
  3. The massage table  The massage table is padded, and may have extra attachments or cushions, such as a face rest, which allows you to lie face down without turning your head or neck.
  4. The environment  Expect a peaceful and comfortable environment for the massage. Your massage/bodywork  therapist may play music during the massage.  If you prefer silence or different music, ask the therapist to turn off or change the music.
  5. The massage  The massage technique or modality used will depend on what  In Harmony's massage/bodywork therapist determines is best for your massage.
    • Your therapist may use oil or lotion, which reduces drag on the skin while performing the massage strokes. If you are allergic to oils or lotions, let your massage therapist know before your massage begins. A powder might be available as an alternative.
    • Depending on your needs, your massage therapist will massage either the full body (except for private areas) or only specific areas that need attention, such as especially tight muscles.
    • Remember to breathe normally.
    • A typical table session is usually a minimum of 30 minutes and a maximum of 90 minutes.
  6. The end of the massage  In Harmony's massage/bodywork therapist will allow you to slowly get up and get dressed in privacy. Usually your therapist will offer you water after you’re dressed.
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