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Massage Therapy FAQs
Are there
any preparations I need to make before my appointment? [Top]
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? [Top]
On your first visit you will complete a confidential health
history form. Your therapist will go over your health history
form with you to determine your treatment needs and goals.
Must I
undress for my massage? [Top]
Massage therapists are required to cover/drape you with
a sheet so that they expose only the area which they are
working on. You may need to undress for therapy. However,
you do not need to expose yourself in any way that you are
uncomfortable.
What if
I am uncomfortable with my body? [Top]
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? [Top]
This is an issue of personal preference.
I bruise
easily, can I still get a massage? [Top]
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? [Top]
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.
After
my appointment, is there anything I need to have on hand
or anything specific I should do? [Top]
An epsom salt bath is recommended to soothe and to calm
muscles, and enhance the benefits of the massage. It will
help to alleviate stiffness you may feel the next day, and
it is also recommended for use after workouts for the same
reason. Have on hand a 2kg bag of epsom salts, and drink
plenty of water to keep your tissues hydrated.
Do provincial
health care programs cover massage therapy? [Top]
Ontario Health does not cover massage therapy. Many Extended
Health Care Insurance programs and Auto insurance offer coverage
for treatments from a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT).
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of our centre providing you with quality health care. We
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We are committed to the collection, use, and disclosure of
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