Where will my massage or bodywork session take place?
Must I be completely undressed?
Will the practitioner be present when I disrobe?
Will I be covered during the session?
What parts of my body will be massaged?
What should I do during the massage or bodywork session?
How will I feel after the massage or bodywork session?
What are the benefits of massage and bodywork?
What is Qi?
What is a meridian?
What are points?
Are there any special considerations I should be aware of?
What can I expect during a Tuina session?
Are there any medical conditions that would make massage or bodywork inadvisable?
Where will my massage or bodywork session take place?
Your massage or bodywork session will take place in a comfortable, quiet room. Soft music may be played to help you relax. You will lie on a table especially designed for your comfort.
Must I be completely undressed?
Tuina is most often performed over clothing. Please wear loose, comfortable clothing (thin natural fiber material is preferred). Sometimes you may be asked to remove some of your clothing if essential oils will be used. (Naturally, every step is taken to ensure your modesty and comfort).
Will the practitioner be present when I disrobe?
The practitioner will leave the room while you undress, relax onto the table, and cover yourself with a clean sheet or towel if you are getting a Raindrop Technique.
Will I be covered during the session?
If you do need to remove your clothing, you will be properly draped at all times to keep you warm and comfortable. Only the area being worked on will be exposed.
What parts of my body will be massaged?
A typical full-body session will include work on your back, arms, legs, feet, hands, head, neck, and shoulders.
What should I do during the massage or bodywork session?
Prior to the massage, feel free to ask the practitioner any questions about the technique or the upcoming session. During the massage, make yourself comfortable. The practitioner will either gently move you or tell you what is needed throughout the session (such as lifting your arm). Many people just close their eyes and completely relax, communicating if/when they need more or less pressure, another blanket, or anything else relevant to the session. If you have any questions regarding the session or about the particular technique you are receiving, feel free to ask.
How will I feel after the massage or bodywork session?
After a Tuina session most people feel energized but very relaxed. Some experience freedom from long-term aches and pains developed from tension or repetitive activity. After an initial period of feeling slowed down, people often experience increased energy, heightened awareness, and greater productivity which can last for days.
What are the benefits of massage and bodywork?
Massage and bodywork can help release chronic muscular tension and pain, improve circulation, increase joint flexibility, reduce mental and physical fatigue and stress, promote faster healing of injured muscular tissue, improve posture, and reduce blood pressure. Massage and bodywork is also known to promote better sleep, improve concentration, reduce anxiety and create an overall sense of well-being.
What is Qi?
Qi is the free flowing energy or natural life force that fills the Universe and our body. Qi circulates through the body along specific interconnected channels called meridians.
What is a meridian?
A meridian is a pathway for Qi. Just as water flows in a river, the Qi travels through meridians in the body.
What are points?
Points are acupoints, meaning spots along the meridians where pressure can affect the way Qi flows through the body.
Are there any special considerations I should be aware of?
As it is not usually necessary to undress for your Tuina session, please wear loose comfortable clothing (thin material is preferred) such as shorts or sweatpants and a T-shirt.
Relax during your session and let the therapist know if the pressure needs to be adjusted at any time.
What can I expect during a Tuina session?
You will be given a "health history form" to fill out before your session (so please come 15 mins early to allow time to fill it out). The Tuina session will be tailored to your indiviual health circumstances, and is most often performed over clothing.
Sometimes you may be asked to remove some of your clothing if essential oils are to be used (naturally, every step is taken to ensure your modiesty and comfort).
Some clients have reported that they can actually feel changes of the flow of Qi in their body during tratment or afterwards.
After a Tuina session, the client usually feels energized but relaxed!
Are there any medical conditions that would make massage or bodywork inadvisable?
Yes. That's why it's imperative that, before you begin your session, the practitioner asks general health questions. It is very important that you inform the practitioner of any health problems. If you are under a doctor's care, it is strongly advised that you receive a written recommendation for massage or bodywork prior to any session. Depending on the condition, approval from your doctor may be required.
X
