FAQ

What happens during a massage treatment?

Before your treatment our therapist will carry out a full and confidential consultation and assessment of your needs. During this time, the therapist will ask questions to find out about you and what you would like from your treatment. As all treatments are tailored to your individual needs it is important that the therapist has an understanding of your physical, mental and emotional needs. This is time also for you to ask questions and express any concerns.

What do I wear for a massage treatment?

This will depend on the type of massage you are having. For most of the massages involving the use of oils, you will be required to remove all clothing apart from your underwear.

I am worried about my body being exposed during treatment.

For all the massages involving the use of oils, the client is completely covered by towels. Only the part of the body that is being massage will be exposed while it is being massaged.

When should I not have a massage?

Massage is not suitable on broken, damaged, bruised, swollen or infected skin, burns, open cuts or wounds, over varicose or inflamed veins or when someone has deep vein thrombosis (DVT) or a fever.
It's also not advised if someone has suspected broken bones, brittle bone disease (osteoporosis), advanced cancers or serious heart problems.
Special care should be taken with babies and infants, pregnant women, older people and those with cancer, diabetes or other serious diseases, or people who have recently had an operation. Care should also be taken with those on blood-thinning medication.
Some aromatherapy oils are also contraindicated for certain conditions. The therapist will discuss these things with you during the consultation.

Are there any side-effects?
Massage is generally very safe when practised by trained therapists.
Mild side-effects: slight drowsiness owing to relaxation during treatment. You are often advised to rest briefly before resuming daily activities such as driving.
Occasional side-effects: some forms of deep tissue massage cause tenderness or stiffness the next day. This is due to the detoxifying effects of massage.

Certain essential oils may not be suitable for individuals.

*Please note, all treatments come with an indepth consultation and patch tests if necessary.

How many treatments will I need?

This will depend on the individual. Your needs will be discussed during the consultation prior to treatment.
Daily/weekly treatments may be advised to treat pain or sports injuries. A monthly massage is often given for relaxation and the relief of stress and anxiety.