12/09/2008

If Only I Could Afford it Everyday......

I know wonder how often they should receive a massage. It is really particular to your goals and how aggressive you want to accomplish them.

When your session is over, I will ask if you have any questions and see how you feel. Then we can discuss together the appropriate treatment plan for you. If your goal is to alleviate chronic pain, reduce discomfort/pain from an old or recent injury, then the sessions need to be much closer together. Some people come once a week for an hour, every other week for an hour, every other week for 90 minutes, or twice a week for 30 minutes each. Again, we will have to see how your body reacts to the session to decide which is best. A one hour session per month is usually used as a maintenance plan, after the “kinks” have been worked out. If you are coming for relaxation purposes, then it is only necessary when you feel the need.

I try to get a 90 minute massage every week. I see massage as a way of living well and as healthy maintenance. Just like working out and brushing my teeth regularly, I need bodywork. In reality w/ life and scheduling, it usually ends up being every other week.