Your First Massage

What Is A CMT?

CMT stands for Certified Massage Therapist. Each state has its own licensure laws.  Each school has their own written and practicum exams and is responsible for testing each therapist to ensure they have indeed learned the proper techniques and administering of their skills.

What Are Some Of The Goals Of Massage?

Encouraging relaxation, healing and well being through touch. Massage is not only preventative bodywork, it is also useful in the treatment of anxiety, back pain, cancer, circulation problems, colic, depression, headaches, heart disorders, hyperactivity, high blood pressure, insomnia, sinusitis and tension among others. Using a variety of techniques, massage focuses on muscle tension and spasm and works to relax the tissue to promote healing and well being.

Will Massage Hurt?

Massaging healthy tissues feels great! If any tissue damage has occurred, there can be some tenderness. The depth of the massage is discussed with the client. A massage should not be a painful experience. There are many massage techniques that can be used to work within a client's boundaries.

What If I'M Ticklish?

Many people are surprised to find that massage does not tickle. The pressure applied is gentle yet firm. In some cases, a client can find themselves to be more sensitive to touch, again, the therapist will work within a client's boundaries.

What Should I Expect?

A client's comfort is the main priority with massage. Comfort is essential to aiding in relaxation. It is totally a client's decision as to what level they disrobe. Regardless, you will be appropriately draped during your session.

Communication

Dialogue between the client and the therapist is essential to maintaining a healthy client / therapist relationship. If at any time you feel uncomfortable with the massage or the environment, your honest feedback is respected and appreciated.

Time

All sessions should begin at their scheduled times. Please make every effort to be available for your allotted time. If you need to cancel your appointment, it is requested that a minimum of 24-hour notice be made. You may be billed for sessions that you have not cancelled with sufficient notice.

Remember!

This time is all about you, Streitz Therapeutic Massage's vision is to provide our clients with a caring, sensitive and holistic treatment by focusing on each client's specific needs.