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What To Expect From Your Massage questions.
I have never had a professional massage before. What should I expect?
A professional massage can be a wonderful experience for your body. You might choose to have an entirely relaxing massage or you might be able to use the skills of a massage therapist to help you work out your physical pain or even emotional energy blocks. What you will get out of the experience is entirely up to you and the massage therapist that you choose. The first thing you should do is to identify what you want from your massage so that you can choose a massage therapist who provides that type of work.
You will call or email the massage therapist and make a time for your appointment. At this time, you can ask any specific questions that you might have. Length and location of appointments will vary, but in general, the massage will take place in a private location (the therapist’s home, office or studio or your home or hotel room) and will take anywhere from half an hour to two hours to complete.
At the appointed time, you will meet with your massage therapist. Most likely, he will ask you about any health problems or physical concerns that you might have, and the two of you will discuss what you are seeking from the massage. Depending on the type of massage that you are receiving, he will most likely ask you to undress down to your level of comfort and to lie beneath sheets on a massage table. He will probably leave the room to let you do this in private. Then he will re-enter the room and complete the massage.
When the massage is over, your massage therapist will be likely to tell you that you can lie and rest for a moment and then get up and get dressed when you are ready, and he will again leave the room. When he returns, he may give you some advice and ask for your feedback on the massage. Then payment for the massage will take place and you may book another appointment if you so choose.
Again, this experience varies greatly between massage therapists and depending upon the type of treatment you are receiving. If you have any questions or concerns, you should be sure to ask them of your massage therapist during the process of booking the appointment or at the time that the appointment begins.
I see that some massage therapists advertise incalls and others advertise outcalls – what does this mean?
Incalls and outcalls refer to the location in which the massage is going to take place. If what you want is for someone to come to your location (be it your home, office or hotel room), then what you want to find is someone who will provide an outcall. If what you want is to show up at the home or office of your massage therapist, then what you’re seeking is an incall. In general, incalls are less pricey than outcalls because outcalls factor in the commute time of the therapist.
Do I have to have a massage therapy table at my home for an outcall?
No. If your massage therapy treatment requires the use of a table, your therapist will provide that. Make sure that your home or the space in which the outcall is to take place has enough room for the therapist to set up the table and to be able to walk around it on all sides.
Will all treatments use a massage therapy table?
Not all types of massage therapy will use a table. However, most massage therapists do work off of a table. This is because the table will provide more support than you would get from working on a bed or on the floor. Additionally, the table has a face cradle so that your neck isn’t turned during the massage which generally makes the experience more comfortable. Furthermore, most massage therapists find that working on a table places the client at the best level for the work to be done well.
That said, there are types of massage (such as Ayurvedic, Thai and some forms of Shaitsu) which are almost always performed on the floor rather than on the table. And there are some massage therapists who prefer treatments done on the floor or on a bed. If this is a concern for you, ask your massage therapist in advance about whether or not he will be using a table for the massage. Many of the therapists provide this information on their PMG profile.
Will my massage therapist be using oil?
Your massage therapist will most likely use either a type of massage oil or a massage cream throughout the massage. This is because this type of lubricant makes it easier for the massage therapist to work with the skin and the underlying muscles than if he is working on contact with bare skin. Whether your therapist uses oil or cream and what type he uses will depend both on the therapist’s preferences and on your own preferences.
In some cases, the massage therapist will have developed a personal preference for particular oils or creams. In other cases, he will offer a selection and will let you choose based on your own preferences. If you don’t know anything about them – you’ll find basically that oils are generally more easily absorbed into the skin and will sometimes make the effects of the massage feel deeper whereas creams are generally water-soluble and will remain at the surface of the skin and then wash off more easily than oils do.
If you have a particular preference between the two, you should ask your therapist in advance whether he uses oils or creams. Also, be sure to note any allergies or skin concerns in advance of the session so that your massage therapist knows if certain oils or creams can not be used. Remember that even certain scents can produce allergies. If your massage will include aromatherapy, you might want to find out in advance what the physical effects are of the different scents offered by your therapist.
As a tip, you should be aware that nearly all massage therapists use either oils or creams for the massage. Exceptions include types of massage that are done over the clothing. If your massage therapist is using lotion, such as the kind that you can buy at the drug store, he is unlikely to be a certified massage therapist.
What medical or personal information do I need to share with my massage therapist?
Your massage therapist is there as a medical professional and so will likely ask you the questions that he needs answered in order to provide you with the appropriate treatment and level of care. Things he might ask include why you are seeking a massage, what pain or muscle problems you might be having and if there are any injuries or sore spots which he should know about. You should let your massage therapist know about any serious medical conditions that you may have including current or past injuries, heart problems and respiratory problems. You should be honest about any medications which you might currently be taking and you should certainly let the massage therapist know in advance if you have any communicable diseases so that he can take appropriate precautions when providing your massage.
Most importantly, you should communicate openly with your massage therapist during your massage. Let him know if the massage pressure is too light or too deep or if anything he does causes you pain or discomfort. Note that massage therapy can occasionally trigger emotional responses in patients; should this happen, you should feel free to pause or stop the massage and explain the problem to your therapist.
How should I prepare for my massage?
You’re headed for a treatment which is designed to pamper and heal you, so the best thing to do is get yourself in a positive, relaxed frame of mind before your massage. However, there are a few other little things that you should do to make sure that you are safe and appropriate for your massage.
In terms of safety, you should let at least one person in your life know where you are going and when you’ll check back in with them to let them know the massage went safely. After all, in some cases you are going to a stranger’s home or office and it’s better to take precautions than to wish you had!
In terms of appropriate etiquette, you should shower before you head over to see your massage therapist. After all, they’re going to be right up against your body and it’s a courtesy to them (as well as a comfort to you) for you to be clean. Note that some therapists offer showers at their massage office (or home) so if you know that you won’t be able to shower soon before your appointment, consider choosing a therapist who offers such amenities.
Should I do anything special after my massage?
As your massage therapist will probably tell you, you should drink a lot of water throughout the day after your massage. If you have the opportunity to rest and relax after your massage, this is also a good idea, as you’ll find that the soothing benefits of the massage are better enjoyed this way. Also, if you were careful to let someone in your life know when and where you’d be having your massage, don’t forget to check in with them after the massage to let them know that you’re safe.
Consider the type of massage which appeals to you. Do you want specific trigger points worked on? Are you interested in affecting the energy flow of your body? Do you want a relaxing massage or a therapeutic one? Find a massage therapist who specializes in the type of massage you decide is right for you?
Consider the level of certification you require. Massage therapists range from the bodyworker who provides the sensual “feel good” body rub to the licensed massage therapist with specialties in different modalities of practice. Ask about any certifications, licenses or specialties that your massage therapist may have in order to find the man who offers the type of massage you need. It is perfectly appropriate to ask your therapist for his CMT / LMT license number and research him to get more information.
Can you explain massage therapist licensing to me? Do I have to worry about this?
Whether or not your massage therapist must be licensed to legally practice depends on the city – or sometimes the state – in which the therapist is practicing. Some cities have very stringent rules which require licensing by certain schools and organizations whereas other cities have few restrictions. It is perfectly appropriate to ask your massage therapist about his licensing, his massage education and his experience practicing in the field.
The most common titles which you will find associated with massage therapists are LMT, CMT and RMT. LMT stands for Licensed Massage Therapist which indicates that the individual has gone through a certain number of educational and professional training hours and has passed the licensing exam required by the city or state. CMT stands for Certified Massage Therapist and means loosely the same thing, although certification generally requires less education and testing than licensure, varying by city or state. RMT stands for Registered Massage Therapist which is a term used across the nation to indicate that the person is practicing legally.
As a general rule of thumb, it is the massage therapist and not the person receiving the massage who has to worry about the legal issues of licensing. However, if you want to be assured of greater education, training and professionalism, you can look to the credentials of the massage therapist as one indication.
Will the massage be painful?
In general, massage therapy is designed to be a healing and soothing experience, during which you are not intended to feel any pain. However, the manipulation of the muscles which occurs during massage can sometimes be cause of slight discomfort. If you are receiving more intense and focused massage therapy treatments, such as Deep Tissue Massage, Acupressure or Rolfing, you may find that there is momentary pain during the massage, as the knots in the muscle are released. In some cases, the muscles will spasm during the release.
The most important thing to remember during your massage is the value of open communication with your massage therapist. Your therapist will probably ask you during the massage to tell him if the pressure is too deep or too light; you should be honest. If you feel any physical pain or discomfort, let your massage therapist know. The more comfortable and relaxed you are during your massage, the less likely you are to experience any pain.
Can massage be dangerous?
Any time that you engage in a medicinal practice, you necessarily take some risks. Problems which may occur as a result of massage include increased soreness of the muscles, muscle strain or stress, bruising, scratching and occasionally damage to the muscle or the surrounding connective tissue. However, massage is a generally non-invasive procedure which is rarely dangerous to the body. To decrease the likelihood of sustaining injury from massage, you can consider the licensing, education, client reviews and work history of the therapist. You should also maintain open lines of communication during the massage to reduce problems. Also, remember that when meeting a stranger for the first time anywhere, you are taking a risk. Take proper safety precautions to prevent danger associated with this issue.
FAQ about when to get a massage
Is it beneficial to receive a massage to help relieve the muscle aches caused by a cold?
There are pros and cons to receiving a massage when you are ill. While you may find that temporary relief from muscle aches helps improve the way that your body feels, you may also find that your body is more sensitive to touch when you are sick. Massage therapy can release toxins into the bloodstream which can compromise an already-weak immune system and make you ultimately feel worse, rather than better.
Additionally, you run the risk of passing on your cold to your massage therapist and the others he comes in contact with. A better option is to get your rest. Heal yourself with medicine, juice, chicken soup and lots of sleep. And then, when the effects of the cold have passed, you can more fully enjoy your massage without affecting the health of others. It’ll be a particularly good treat to look forward to which just might help your mind heal your body faster!
I have a more serious illness. Can massage therapy cure me? Can it hurt me?
Massage therapy is a form of healing art which may relieve the symptoms of a variety of different illnesses. However, massage therapy can also affect the body in unexpected ways. For example, massage therapy has been known to assist persons with advanced diabetes in improving circulation in the arms and legs. On the other hand, massage therapy can have a direct effect on blood sugar levels which can be dangerous when not treated properly.
One of the biggest concerns about using massage therapy services when you have an illness is that massage therapy can sometimes compromise an already-weak immune system. If you have a condition which affects your immune system, such as diabetes or HIV, you should be sure to carefully consider your options before using the services of a massage therapist. You should talk at length with both your medical doctor and your massage therapist to determine whether (and what kind of) massage therapy is right for you based on your personal medical history and current condition.
Is it beneficial to receive a massage to treat stress caused from work?
Yes! Stress is the number one factor which causes back and neck pain which are major reasons for choosing to see a massage therapist. Stress can combine with environmental factors (such as long hours in a car or at a computer) to put strain on the body. This strain can be released through massage therapy. Sometimes just taking the time to relax and focus on yourself can be all that you need to heal, and light massage, such as Swedish massage, may be the perfect way to get your mind back in the right place.
If work stress is an ongoing problem for you, you may also consider additional types of massage which focus on improving the energy in your body and in your life. Treatments such as Thai massage, Reiki and other energy work can help you to re-align your spirit and your body so that you can live a healthier life and better manage your stress.
Is it beneficial to receive a massage after having pulled a muscle?
If you’ve pulled a muscle, you might want to heal the pain from it with massage – or you might just want to speed up the healing process so you can get back into the gym. Massage therapy can be an excellent healing tool, but you should be sure that you speak with your massage therapist at length about the problem before you receive the massage.
First, you should know what a pulled muscle is. Each of our muscles is encased in a set of connective tissues known as the fascia. During an intensive workout, the fascia can tense up. This causes the muscle to keep in lactic acid, leading to pain in the muscle. A trained massage therapist can manipulate the muscle in order to loosen the fascia and return the levels of lactic acid and oxygen to normal.
Because this is clearly a medical issue, it is important that you select a massage therapist who is trained in this type of healing. A massage therapist with experience in Sports Massage is one excellent choice. Therapists with acupressure, deep tissue and MyoFascial massage therapy specialties are also options for this type of treatment. Be sure to communicate your needs with your massage therapist both before and during the appointment to make sure that you don’t worsen the problem.
Is it beneficial to receive a massage for pain associated with an auto injury?
Muscle pain of all kinds can be treated with massage therapy. However, it is important to realize that you may need more than just a massage for the serious pain sometimes caused by automobile accidents. Before looking in to the services of a massage therapist, you should be sure to check with your medical doctor to make sure that the pain is not more involved than you first think. You may even consider a consultation with a chiropractor to see if misalignment of the spine caused by the accident is the root of your problems.
If you have checked with the appropriate medical professionals and are cleared to receive massage therapy services, you should be sure to communicate well with your massage therapist about the pain that you are feeling. You should explain the injury in detail and describe the resulting pain. Discuss the options with your massage therapist who will likely be able to offer suggestions as to the particular type of massage therapy treatment best suited to your situation.
First, you should identify what type of massage you are seeking. If you don’t know anything about massage, you can read up on the different types of massage which are commonly offered by clicking here. Once you have selected the type of massage that you are seeking, you will want to find a massage therapist who specializes in that type of massage.
Look through our database to find your massage therapist. Choose several which offer the service you are seeking. Review their professional web pages where you may gain additional information and narrow down your choices. It is important that you select a massage therapist with whom you can be comfortable, so be sure to pay attention to your gut instinct when first choosing your therapist.
When you’ve narrowed down your choices, contact each of them with any questions that you might have about the massage. This may be done via email or by phone based on your preference. Questions you might want to consider asking the therapist at this time include:
Are you licensed?
Do you offer both incalls and outcalls?
Do you use a massage therapy table? If not, where do your massage sessions take place?
Do you use oils? Massage creams? Are they scented?
How long have you been practicing?
What types of massage do you specialize in?
Will I be clothed or unclothed during the massage?
Will you be clothed or unclothed during the massage?
Do you offer full release?
It may seem uncomfortable at first to consider asking these questions of a stranger. However, be aware of the fact that you are very likely going to be naked with this person, in a private setting, for your treatment and that it is best to get these things clarified up front than to be disappointed with your choice later. Your massage therapist is likely to be a professional healer who is accustomed to answering these types of questions.
Should I tip my massage therapist? How much?
Massage therapists make their money from the standard rate of pay that they charge you as well as from the tips which you provide based on the quality of their service. In general, most people do tip their massage therapist, especially if their work was well done. The amount is up to the individual and is generally service-based but an average tip for a massage therapist is same for that of a good restaurant – somewhere between ten and twenty percent of your total bill.
Also, remember that word of mouth is one of the best ways that you can show appreciation for your massage therapist. Tell others about the good massage that you got. Pass on some of the therapist’s business cards. And write a positive Reader Review.
Will I be wearing clothes during my massage?
This is an important question which you should be sure to ask your massage therapist when you are booking your appointment. Different types of massage offer different levels of dress and different massage therapists have preferences about this. In general, most massages involve direct contact with the skin and so the massage goes more smoothly if the client is unclothed or barely clothed. In most cases, the massage therapist will ask you to undress down to your level of comfort – many people leave their underwear on during a first massage – and will then drape you with a massage sheet or a towel.
However, there are some forms of massage – such as chair massage – which are performed with clothing on. And there are some types of massage – such as Lomi Lomi and Thai Massage – which are often performed unclothed and undraped in order to increase the effects of redirecting energy flow. It is important that you are comfortable during your massage, so if you prefer to be partially or completely clothed – or you prefer not to be clothed at all – you should address the issue with your massage therapist prior to the appointment. If, at any time, you feel uncomfortable with your clothing level, you should not hesitate to bring up the issue.
Will my therapist be wearing clothing during my massage?
In almost all cases, there is no reason for the massage therapist to be unclothed. Ask ahead of time if you have concerns.
Will I become aroused during my massage?
Let’s see – you’re wearing nothing or next to nothing and your body is being rubbed by another gay man. Yes, there’s the distinct possibility that you’ll become aroused. Should you do something about it? Probably not worrying about it is the best thing that you can do. Your massage therapist has likely had the experience before and will just continue the massage without acknowledging. And if you’re comfortable – or can act comfortable – he will be more likely be comfortable too.
Each therapist will also have their own way of dealing with the arousal. In some cases, if you are on your back when it happens, he may wrap up that part of the massage and have you turn over for the back portion of the massage, in order to decrease attention to the arousal. In other cases, he may make a light joke and move on. Be aware that it’s no big deal – and that he’s not going to take it as a sign of sexual intention just because you got turned on.
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I have also had many years of having gone through chronic back & neck pain and can totally relate with someone who is experiencing spinal pain and discomfort. I understand what it is like to seek relief from this annoying constant throbbing of pain 24 hours a day. Through my years of recovery, therapy and general improvement of my well-being of health, I have started regular working out, weight lifting, cardio exercise and have become a Personal Trainer. I have come to terms with what actually works, not just in theory but in actual functionality of life and everyday living.
I am one of the few I'm aware of that provide what is called a two-man body stretch technique to provide and relieve the pressure and pain that spinal cord injury can cause. If you have not had this performed, I highly recommend that you try this during your companionship visit with me.
I thoroughly work the torso with a wide variety of techniques, working each troubled area approximately 3 times to release the tension caused by muscle spasms, pressure, nerve pinching and inflammation.
I would like to say more about wellness and health, but I don't wish to give medical advice, as I am not professionally licensed to do so.
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