At your first massage therapy session, the practitioner will ask you about any symptoms you may have or areas you would like focus on.( ex. lower or upper back, neck and shoulders) They may give you a form to fill out regarding your medical history. The practitioner may also initiate a discussion about what you expect to achieve from the massage session.
The therapist will then leave the room while you undress and lay down on the massage table. A sheet is used as a drape during the session and is moved only to expose the area of the body being worked on. Massage oil or lotion is used to reduce friction between the practitioner’s hands and your skin. The room is kept warm, quiet and free of distractions. The therapist may have soft music playing in the background and frequently asks whether he or she is applying too much or too little pressure.
A massage session can last from 15 to 90 minutes and may include a schedule of follow-up visits, depending on the severity of your situation.
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