Will Massage Hurt?

It's a myth that massage must be painful to be effective. Pain during a massage isn't a sign that the massage is helping, and can cause muscles to tense up, making it harder for me to ease tense areas. Certain techniques, like trigger point therapy, usually cause soreness. Correcting a soft tissue problem, such as adhesions, can also cause some discomfort. However, if you don't have a soft tissue condition, a massage shouldn't cause soreness or pain.

Talking to me is key to a massage that meets your needs. If you have an injury or chronically tight or painful areas, let me know before the start of the session. If the pressure is too intense, tell me immediately so I can adapt.

How Much Clothing Should I Remove?

This depends on the area being worked.

Indian head massage is completed fully clothed.

For all massage the parts that aren't being worked on will be covered up for 2 reasons 

• to keep you warm

• protect your decency! 

If you feel cold at any point please let me know and I can add extra towels or blankets!

Upper Back, Neck, Shoulder for women:

You will usually be asked to remove all top half clothing (except underwear) and lie face down on the couch (initially),I will leave the room to allow you to undress in private, and a large towel will be provided so you can cover yourself. I may need to unhook your bra whilst you are on the couch, but will always ask for your permission beforehand. A Sports Bra without a back fastening will need to be removed beforehand for an effective massage.

Upper Back, Neck, Shoulder for men:

You will usually be asked to remove your shirt / t-shirt. 

Lower back and/or leg massages for men and women:

If you have booked a lower limb Sports/Deep Tissue Massage then please remove lower half clothing, but KEEP your underwear on. I will leave the room whilst you get changed, you will be given a large towel to cover yourself with and asked to lie down on the couch (before I re-enter the room).