- Ask for pressure, position or focus to be adjusted when needed.
- A similar appointment length can include very different techniques.
- Share relevant conditions, injuries, pregnancy or recent procedures before treatment.
Tell us what today feels like
Perhaps you want light flowing work, or perhaps your shoulders, back or feet need more focused attention. Describe those priorities at consultation.
Keep giving feedback during the visit. Asking for a change in pressure, warmth or positioning helps the therapist respond to your comfort.
Compare the ways to receive care
- Swedish massage uses flowing strokes and a lighter touch.
- Deep tissue work takes a slower approach to tense areas.
- Hot stone massage adds warmth to the hands-on sequence.
- Reflexology focuses on the feet; head and shoulder options focus on the upper body.
- Ayurvedic, lymphatic and pregnancy massage each need an approach suited to the individual appointment.
“Comfort is part of the conversation before, during and after your massage.”
AERA
Make the consultation useful
Give yourself time to arrive comfortably. Share injuries, procedures, health conditions or pregnancy when booking and again at consultation so the chosen treatment can be assessed.
If you are under medical care or uncertain whether massage suits a condition, ask an appropriate healthcare professional before booking.
Leave a little room afterwards
Take an easy transition back into the day, drink water and notice how you feel. Some space in the diary can help you enjoy the pause you chose.
When considering another visit, discuss how the session felt and which parts you would like repeated or adjusted.
