Q: What kind of conditions and injuries does
massage therapy treat?
A: On your first visit you will complete a confidential health history form. Your therapist will assess and create a treatment plan for you. At this time it is important to inform your therapist if you have any medical conditions or are taking any medications. To fully understand your position your Massage Therapist listens to your concerns and your individual needs as well as other factors that may be contributing to your situation. With your health history information your therapist will develop a treatment plan with you so you receive the appropriate treatment that will help you return, as much as possible, to your normal activities.
A: On your first visit you will complete a confidential health history form. Your therapist will assess and create a treatment plan for you. At this time it is important to inform your therapist if you have any medical conditions or are taking any medications. To fully understand your position your Massage Therapist listens to your concerns and your individual needs as well as other factors that may be contributing to your situation. With your health history information your therapist will develop a treatment plan with you so you receive the appropriate treatment that will help you return, as much as possible, to your normal activities.
Q: Do I have to disclose all
my health conditions on the Health History form for my Massage Therapist?
A: It is best if you can give an accurate picture of your health and injuries on your health history form. This enables your therapist to design the most appropriate and effective treatment for you.
A: It is best if you can give an accurate picture of your health and injuries on your health history form. This enables your therapist to design the most appropriate and effective treatment for you.
Q : Should I eat before I come for a massage?
A: It is best to
not eat for at least 90 minutes before your massage treatment and only a light
meal at that time. The body needs time to digest your food. This is the same
caution you would take when you go swimming or exercising. The digestion
process directs the blood flow away from your peripheral tissues and
concentrates it on digestive tract. Massage draws the blood flow to the
area tissues being worked on therefore draws the blood away from the digestive
tract causing poor digestion and possible discomfort.
Q: Are there any preparations I need to make before my
appointment?
A: Make sure you have Epsom Salt (1-2 cups per bath) at home for your hydrotherapy home care following your treatment. If you don’t have it already at home remember to pick some up, however our clinic does provide a small Epsom Salt package. These are magnesium salts and they sooth the muscles and nerves by drawing the lactic acids (metabolic wastes) out of your body during a prescribed hot bath. This bath can enhance the benefits of your massage. To enjoy the full effects of your massage you can plan for at least 30 minutes of quiet time or rest after your appointment.
A: Make sure you have Epsom Salt (1-2 cups per bath) at home for your hydrotherapy home care following your treatment. If you don’t have it already at home remember to pick some up, however our clinic does provide a small Epsom Salt package. These are magnesium salts and they sooth the muscles and nerves by drawing the lactic acids (metabolic wastes) out of your body during a prescribed hot bath. This bath can enhance the benefits of your massage. To enjoy the full effects of your massage you can plan for at least 30 minutes of quiet time or rest after your appointment.
Q: Do Massage Therapists have Cancellation Policies?
A: Yes, always ask your therapist what their policy is. It should be posted in the clinic. You should be informed of any policy when making an appointment. Many clinics require a minimum of 24 hours prior notice of a cancellation. You can be responsible for partial or the full treatment fee.
A: Yes, always ask your therapist what their policy is. It should be posted in the clinic. You should be informed of any policy when making an appointment. Many clinics require a minimum of 24 hours prior notice of a cancellation. You can be responsible for partial or the full treatment fee.
Q: Do I need a doctors’ referral?
A: There is no requirement to have a referral to see a Registered Massage Therapist. Extended health care plans, and insurers may require a referral before you will be covered. You need to check with your policy to see if you need one to be reimbursed for the treatments.
A: There is no requirement to have a referral to see a Registered Massage Therapist. Extended health care plans, and insurers may require a referral before you will be covered. You need to check with your policy to see if you need one to be reimbursed for the treatments.
Q :
Do Provincial Health plans (WorkSafe, ICBC or MSP) cover Massage Therapy?
A: Many work place or private Extended Health Care Insurance programs have full or partial coverage. In British Columbia, Work Safe BC has full coverage for a 30 minute massage. ICBC partially covers the cost of massage therapy for injury rehabilitation. And should you have MSP coverage; your treatment will only be partially covered. Before you go for your Therapeutic massage treatment your details of coverage should be arranged with your insurance representative.
A: Many work place or private Extended Health Care Insurance programs have full or partial coverage. In British Columbia, Work Safe BC has full coverage for a 30 minute massage. ICBC partially covers the cost of massage therapy for injury rehabilitation. And should you have MSP coverage; your treatment will only be partially covered. Before you go for your Therapeutic massage treatment your details of coverage should be arranged with your insurance representative.
Q: What if I am
uncomfortable with my body? Do I have to undress?A: Let your therapist know your comfort level. It is possible to work on a client who is dressed. Direct skin contact is best with an application of oil or lotion. However you’re Massage Therapist is required to cover/drape you so only to expose the area which they are working on. So opting to wear your clothes is fine, bring clothes that you can get oil on like a bathing suit or shorts and a tank top.
Q: Does the gender of the
massage therapist make a difference?
A: This is an issue of personal preference. At New Leaf Massage & Wellness, we currently have four female registered massage therapists.
A: This is an issue of personal preference. At New Leaf Massage & Wellness, we currently have four female registered massage therapists.
Q: I bruise easily; can I
still get a massage?
A: It is important to let your massage therapist know (this will be one of the questions on the health history form you will be asked to fill out on your first visit). Massage therapy is not recommended for people who suffer from haemophilia.
A: It is important to let your massage therapist know (this will be one of the questions on the health history form you will be asked to fill out on your first visit). Massage therapy is not recommended for people who suffer from haemophilia.
Q: Am I expected to talk during the massage?
A: 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.
A: 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.
Q: After my appointment, is there anything I need
to have on hand or anything specific I should do?
A: Although it may be difficult, try to plan for 30 minutes of quiet time right after your treatment. An Epsom salt bath is recommended to soothe and to calm muscles, and enhance the benefits of the massage. It will help alleviate stiffness you may feel the next day, and it is also recommended for use after workouts for the same reason. Make sure to drink water to keep your tissues hydrated.
A: Although it may be difficult, try to plan for 30 minutes of quiet time right after your treatment. An Epsom salt bath is recommended to soothe and to calm muscles, and enhance the benefits of the massage. It will help alleviate stiffness you may feel the next day, and it is also recommended for use after workouts for the same reason. Make sure to drink water to keep your tissues hydrated.
Q:
How often should I have massage treatments?
A: A mutual consultation with your Massage Therapist can help you establish a treatment program which fits your lifestyle and physical requirements. Your massage therapist is on your team and is involved with your repair, rejuvenation and in the maintenance of your health. Your choice of RMT assures you that your recommendation for further treatment is being made by a qualified health professional and is made with your preeminent care in mind.
A: A mutual consultation with your Massage Therapist can help you establish a treatment program which fits your lifestyle and physical requirements. Your massage therapist is on your team and is involved with your repair, rejuvenation and in the maintenance of your health. Your choice of RMT assures you that your recommendation for further treatment is being made by a qualified health professional and is made with your preeminent care in mind.
Q:
Is one massage therapy treatment enough?
A: Yes, if you just want to experience massage therapy to relax. However, to have a longer term therapeutic affect one treatment may not be enough. You should discuss your concerns with your Registered Massage Therapist.
A: Yes, if you just want to experience massage therapy to relax. However, to have a longer term therapeutic affect one treatment may not be enough. You should discuss your concerns with your Registered Massage Therapist.
Take
note: massage therapy is most
beneficial in both acute and chronic conditions, when used over a series of
treatments and then followed up with maintenance or preventive treatments.
(Acute conditions are recent, occurring within a week to a month, and can be
severe to mild but are sudden in onset. This could describe anything from car
accident to a muscular sprain. Chronic conditions are present for several
months or years.)
(Information
provided by the Canadian Massage Therapy website: http://massage.ca/f_a_q_.html)
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