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Providing the complementary therapies of massage, myofascial release, Indian head massage, reflexology and reiki in Barwell (Leicestershire) – convenient for Hinckley, Leicester, Nuneaton, Bedworth and surrounding villages
NOTE: The treatments that I offer are complementary and should not be used as an alternative to seeking medical advice. This is because it is vital that we do not cause any delay to medical treatment of symptoms that could be a warning sign of an undiagnosed medical condition.
Seek medical advice before having a massage if you have phlebitis, thrombosis, varicose veins, severe acute back pain, or fever.
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Commonly Asked Questions
Before the treatment
I read on your website that when I first come to see you there will be an initial consultation. What is that for, and what questions will you ask me?
This consultation gives us both the opportunity to get to know each other. I want you to feel comfortable and relaxed right from the start. So, first of all we might talk about any general queries you have about the therapies I offer or the session itself.
Then we’ll talk about why you’ve come along for the treatment. This is where you get the opportunity to describe your issue and how it affects you. I will ask you to tell me about your current state of health, lifestyle and all relevant medical history (including any medication that you are taking). In case I ever need to get in touch with your doctor(s) I will also write down their name and address(es).
All of this is completely confidential between you and me.
We will then talk about the treatment options available and you can tell me if there is a particular treatment you want to try. Whatever treatment we agree to use, I will explain to you what the treatment will consist of and agree a short and longer term plan of action.
I record this information on a form that I get you to sign before we begin the session. The form also records the treatment plan that we have agreed as part of our discussion.
What if I wanted to try all of the the therapies that you offer? Can I do that?
Of course! We can talk about that as part of planning your treatments and sessions. We can mix therapies to suit what you want. I sometimes blend therapies during sessions so that for example you get some massage followed by some reflexology, or some massage and reiki. This will always be agreed with you beforehand of course.
I notice that you offer a range of different therapies. I don’t know which one I want, so which will be the best for me?
I offer a range of therapies because each helps the body and mind in different ways; and also because all of them help the body and mind in similar ways too. So we talk about the different therapies and how they may help you best, either as single therapies or as a combination.
Do I need to tell my GP, consultant or other healthcare professional that I am coming for treatment?
I always recommend this for people with a chronic medical condition who are having
regular check-
I also insist that that you have sought medical advice about conditions affecting your health before receiving any complementary therapy. This is because it is vital that we do not cause any delay to medical treatment. Therefore, I do not treat medical conditions that you haven’t discussed, or arranged to discuss, with a medical professional.
During the treatment
If I’m having a massage, how much clothing do I need to take off?
You only need to undress as far as you feel comfortable. I leave the therapy room
and wait within earshot of the door whilst you undress, and only go back into the
room when you call out to let me know that you are ready i.e. lying on the table
under the towel. Most clients having a table massage keep their briefs on during
their massage, but it's up to you. For example, clients having a back massage sometimes
only remove clothing from their upper body. If your problem areas are your lower
back, hips, buttocks, or groin, tight-
You will be covered with a towel throughout the massage, and I will uncover only the part of the body that I am working on at the time. In that way I make sure that you feel warm, comfortable and safe.
If you’re having a seated massage or an Indian head massage you can remain fully clothed. However, most clients having an Indian head massage bare their upper back and shoulders to enable a more thorough and effective massage (because an oiled massage of these areas is an important part of the treatment). Ladies usually wear a strapless top or one with thin straps.
If you would feel uncomfortable being undressed during a massage then I’d suggest that you choose a seated massage. This is carried out in a specially designed chair.
Should I talk to you during the massage?
Although some people prefer to talk throughout the massage, others are virtually silent. Don't feel like you have to make conversation with me, but neither should you feel that you can’t talk if that’s what you prefer.
So, do feel free to close your eyes and relax; that is what is what most of my clients do.
There are times when we will talk. Deep tissue massage and sports massage are just some of the types of massage that require more feedback. I will often work on deeper layers of muscle and will want to talk to you to check that the pressure is not uncomfortable.
Be sure to say something to me if:
• the room is too hot or too cold
• you experience pain
• you have any questions related to the massage
• there's anything you forgot to mention during the consultation.
The pressure isn't deep enough for me, but I don't want to insult your technique. What should I do?
Feel free to talk to me about the massage and how it feels for you. Bear in mind though that it's a myth that massage therapy has to hurt to be effective. Some of the most effective types of massage therapy are gentle and do not involve deep pressure or pain. In fact, too much pressure can cause muscles to seize up, preventing me from working them effectively.
Here is a good rule of thumb: on a scale of one to 10, where one is no pain and 10 is extremely painful, the pressure should always be less than seven.
I'm self-
People are self-
• I'm overweight
• I have excessive hair growth on my body
• I've got acne on my face or back
• My feet are ugly
• I have scars.
If you're self-
As a massage therapist I have seen bodies of all shapes and sizes, of all ages. I am not here to judge. I became a massage therapist because I believe that massage benefits everyone regardless of shape, size or age, whether they are after help for something specific or simply want a soothing, relaxing massage.
What if I get an erection during the massage?
Some men may be put off massage therapy because they worry that they'll get an erection, or are unable to relax during the massage because of this fear.
But there is no reason to be embarrassed. It's perfectly ok for men to get an erection
during a non-
If this answer doesn’t stop you from worrying, I suggest you wear swimming trunks (not loose shorts) during the massage, because these will provide more support than underwear.
After the treatment
Can I do anything for myself after the treatment to maintain the improvements?
Yes you can. I will give you some aftercare advice about what you can do for yourself to help prolong the benefits of the treatment, and where possible to prevent the issue coming back. For example, if you have had a massage treatment I will talk to you about what lifestyle changes could help prevent muscle problems returning, and I will show you some exercises or stretches that you should do between sessions. I will usually get you to practice them with me before you leave, so that you know what to do, how it feels, and why it will help you.
My main aims are to help you recover and to enable you to help yourself long after you have stopped seeing me.