While no two massages are alike, there are some things that are typical to each of our treatments.
Your massage will take place in a quiet, comfortable room with soothing music to help you relax during your treatment. Bring your own music if you prefer. 

Preparing for your massage.

​Shower or sponge bathe before your massage. You don't want sweat and other stuff rubbed into your skin. And, it's the polite thing to do.

Leave your jewelry at home as you will be asked to remove it before your massage. You don't want to take the chance of forgetting it.

Don't eat a heavy meal or drink excessively before your massage. You could be uncomfortable during your massage.

Avoid getting sunburned and if you do, consider rescheduling your massage. Your skin will be irritated and inflamed making your massage uncomfortable.

​Please call us if you have any questions or concerns.

WHAT HAPPENS WHEN I ARRIVE?

If it is your first appointment at Body Kneads, you will be asked to complete a health history and sign a consent for treatment. You will discuss your intake forms with your massage therapist and a treatment plan will be agreed upon. This is the time you can communicate what you want from your massage. 

Will i be covered up during my massage?

Before you get on the massage table, you will be instructed to get undressed to your level of comfort and your massage therapist will leave the room. Once you have undressed, you will get on the massage table under the sheet and blanket provided.

During your treatment you will be draped (covered) at all times. Only the area of the body being worked on will be undraped. When your massage therapist is done working in that area it will be redraped.

what parts of my body will receive massage?

A typical full body treatment (60 minutes or longer) includes your back, arms, legs, feet, hands, head, face, neck, shoulders, glutes, and abdomen. You may request that your therapist spend additional or less time on a specific area.

A 30 minute treatment is not enough time for a full body, and will focus on specific areas of discomfort.

what techniques will my therapist use?

Your massage therapist will use a variety of techniques specific to your needs. Your massage therapist can adjust the technique being applied and their pressure. Please communicate with your therapist before and during your treatment so you are comfortable for the entire time.

Our massage therapists may occasionally include the use of cups or hot stones during your treatment.

will there be lotion used or incense?

Our massage therapists may use oils or lotions during your massage or body treatment. Please tell your therapist if you have a sensitivity. You can bring your own oil/lotion if you prefer.

Aromatherapy is available upon request at no additional cost. Please keep in mind that some massage therapists have allergies or aversions to scents.

is my massage covered by insurance?

Some massage therapy offices do bill directly with insurance companies. Unless you have been referred for treatment by the VA or Modern Assistance Program we will not work directly with your insurance company.

We are currently unable to accept HSA or FSA cards for payment, but please let our office know if you would like an insurance receipt to submit to your insurance for reimbursement.

What should i expect after my massage?

Make sure to drink plenty of water.

Book your next session according to your therapist's recommendation.

Over the next few days, you may experience soreness if you requested a deep tissue massage.  To alleviate discomfort, apply an ice pack to the area. Let your massage therapist know about any discomfort you experienced and consider requesting less pressure during your next session.

Relax for the rest of the day!