Where will my massage or bodywork session take place?

Your massage bodywork will take place in a private room, located at the Center for the Healing Arts. The Center is situated in a local building complex, found in the Sterling Heights, MI area. Your private room will generally include things such as: soft lighting and music, a heated table, chair, table for personal items, clothing/purse hooks, and a robe. 

 

Must I be completely undressed?

Not at all. While massage is more effective when direct skin contact can be made, nudity is not necessary. Most clients prefer to remain in their underwear, as you will remain mostly covered by a sheet throughout your massage. Accommodations can easily be made for all personal comfort levels. 

 

Will the practitioner be present when I disrobe?

No. The Practitioner will leave the room for a brief period of time while you disrobe, closing you into a private room. They will then knock, and ask if you are ready, before opening the door and re-entering the room. They will then exit once the massage is completed, again leaving you the privacy to get dressed. 

 

Will I be covered during the session?

Yes, you will be covered for the majority of the massage session. The practitioner will have sheets already on the table, which will be used for the draping of your body. They will only uncover areas that are being currently worked on. Any areas deemed private, or as requested by the client, will remain covered throughout the entire session. 

 

What parts of my body will be massaged?

All areas, minus any areas deemed private (*except in surgical recovery sessions with permission of client, practitioner and physician clearance; client may also bring one visitor to sit in on session for personal comfort), can be massaged. Areas, such as the gluteal muscles, can be worked on using compression techniques, while remaining fully covered. The client reserves the right to request to NOT HAVE massage work done on specific regions at any time during their session. 

 

Are there different kinds of massage and bodywork?

Yes, there are many different kinds of massage and body work techniques. Some examples include: Therapeutic, Deep tissue, Lymphatic, Prenatal, Aromatherapy, Reflexology, Reiki, and so many more. Each technique has it's own special place in one's overall wellness and current phase of life. 

 

What should I do during the massage or bodywork session?

Take a few deep breaths, and just let all your muscles relax; melt into the table. Simply lay on the massage table, and situate yourself as comfortably as possible. The practitioner will move you as needed throughout your session, or take a brief moment to speak up and ask, if a full position change is required. Feel free to speak up at any time if you need anything; more or less pressure, music change, table heat adjustment.... the session is for your enjoyment. 

 

Are there any medical conditions that would make massage or bodywork inadvisable?

Yes. Medical conditions in which massage should be avoided include: severe active infections, fever, vomiting, recent surgeries or acute injuries (generally advised to wait 2 weeks post injury/surgery), unstable hypertension, and active skin conditions, some active cancers, blood clots, Deep vein Thrombosis (DVT), and pregnancy complications.