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Here are some of the Frequently Asked Questions (and answers) about Massage Therapy and Therapeutic Bodywork that I hear in my San Antonio massage practice: Definitions | General Questions | Rates/Hours
Draping: A cover for the client, usually a sheet or towel(s) used to protect the client's modesty and keep him/her warm during the massage. Incall: Massage therapy services performed in the Massage Therapist's office. Massage Therapy: "Means the manipulation of soft tissue by hand or through a mechanical or electrical apparatus for the purpose of body massage and includes effleurage (stroking), petrissage (kneading), tapotement (percussion), compression, vibration, friction, nerve strokes, and Swedish gymnastics. (State of Texas)" Outcall: Massage therapy services performed at the client's home, office, hotel, or other location. Registered Massage Therapist: In the State of Texas, a person having completed the education requirements, written and practical tests required to become authorized by the State of Texas Department of Health, Massage Therapy Board to perform Massage Therapy. Essentially registration is a license. In Texas all persons performing massage therapy must be Registered Massage Therapists or otherwise licensed to perform massage therapy such as a Physical Therapist. Top of Page | Definitions | General Questions | Rates/Hours
Rates/Hours Q. How much will a massage in San Antonio cost? What are your rates? A. My charges for incall massage therapy in San Antonio are listed below and represent the discounted rate for payment at time of service. All techniques except Hot Stone Massage are charged by time. Discounts are available to various groups (just ask) and I run specials For your convenience, I accept Cash and Checks (with ID).
Q. What are your hours? When are you available? A. My hours are Monday thru Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
General Questions Coumadin | Knots | License | Specials | Types of Massage
Q. How long will my massage in San Antonio last? A. Good question. Massage therapy sessions vary from about 30 minutes to 2 hours. A 30 minute massage is great for working on one part of the body such as the back. The most typical amount of time for a full-body massage is 1 hour with 90 minutes being the next most common. A 2 hour massage is less common and is usually only given to those used to receiving massage frequently.
Q. What kind of massage do you do? What types of massage do you offer? A. I am trained and experienced in several styles of massage therapy and will use any combination of them to suit your needs. In no particular order: Swedish massage, Deep Tissue massage, Neuromuscular Therapy, Sports massage, Medical Massage, Myofascial Release, Myopractic, Muscle Energy Technique, Hot Stone Massage, Reflexology, Ortho-Bionomy, Natural Reflex Therapy, Pregnancy (prenatal) massage, and Rhythmic massage.
Q. Do you take health insurance, Personal Injury Plan (PIP), or Worker's Compensation (Workman's Comp) as payment? A. Sometimes. Not all insurance plans in Texas will pay for Massage Therapy, check your benefits. Worker's Compensation is another story...it will pay for Massage Therapy including Neuromuscular Therapy, Myofascial Release, or Therapeutic exercise for relief of pain and/or dysfunctions. If you have a Worker's Compensation claim, and your physician wants you to receive massage therapy, call me.
Q. Do you have specials? A. Yes, from time to time I run specials.
Q. How often should I have massage therapy in San Antonio? A. Another good question. How often you have massage therapy depends on your goals.
Q. Are you licensed to perform massage therapy? A. Absolutely Yes. I am a Registered Massage Therapist (RMT), registered by the State of Texas Department of State Health Services.
Q. Will you send me your picture? A. No. If you want massage therapy my looks aren't important except to note that I dress in an appropriate and professional manner.
Q. Does the Massage Therapist expect me to "chat" during the massage? A. No. The decision to "chat" is entirely yours. Being quiet can enhance your relaxation during the massage and the therapist understands and welcomes that enhancement. If you wish to chat during the massage, the therapist will probably accommodate you. During therapeutic massage procedures the therapist may ask you pertinent questions.
Q. Do I need to be undressed? A. No. It's not absolutely necessary, but for the best results during a full-body massage it's recommended. You really don't need to worry, most professional therapists "drape" you with a sheet or towel(s), your modesty can and should be preserved. I use full draping and expose only the body part actually being massaged.
Q. Even with draping I still would like to leave on my underclothes, is that OK? A. Absolutely. Undress only to your level of comfort. If a therapist tells you that you MUST take off all clothing, find another therapist.
Q. Will the massage be painful? A. No. Relaxation massage shouldn't be painful and therapeutic massage including Deep Tissue techniques should seldom be more than slightly uncomfortable. You should feel free to let the therapist know if the pressure being used is causing you pain. You can get great results without pain.
Q. Can massage help me with pain from my medical condition? A. Yes. Massage can help to lessen or eliminate pain stemming from a wide range of medical conditions that include low back pain, whiplash, fibromyalgia, lupus, myofascial pain syndrome, sciatica, carpal tunnel syndrome, tmj pain, migraines, and others. I also use other methods for pain management and relief such as Deep Tissue Massage, and Ortho-Bionomy. There are some conditions for which massage is contraindicated, make sure to tell your Massage Therapist what condition you're seeking relief for, and check with your doctor.
Q. I bruise easily, can I still get a massage? I take Coumadin, Plavix, or another "blood thinner" can I still be massaged? A. Yes, you can still receive massage therapy. You should inform your Massage Therapist that you bruise easily and why i.e. medications (coumadin, plavix, heparin, etc), medical condition, etc. Your Massage Therapist can adjust his pressure and technique to prevent or minimize bruising. You may also request that techniques such as Ortho-Bionomy and Natural Reflex Therapy are used since they do not require "rubbing" but are very relaxing and can be used to relieve pain.
Q. Can massage help me with Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness (DOMS) from my workouts? A. Yes, most experts agree that massage is effective in reducing pain from DOMS.
Q. Another therapist I went to said that my knots had to be relieved by "digging them out" which was quite painful, is that right? A. To my knowledge it's not right. Knots in muscles known as Myofascial Trigger Points can usually be relieved with light or moderate pressure that causes little discomfort, even in deeper muscles.
Q. Do you offer "Sensuous Massage", "Erotic Massage", "Sexual Release", "Full Release", "Prostate Massage" or "Lite Touch"? A. NO!
Q. On your list of charges you said that those were rates for payment at time of service. What is your regular rate if my company/organization needs to be billed? A. The regular rate is $125 per hour. That rate may be negotiable and adjusted contractually depending on a number of factors including billing procedures, number of persons receiving services, location of services, and more.
Q. I'd like to know how good you are before I make an appointment. Do you have any testimonials to put on your website? A. The Texas Department of Health has rules in effect that prohibit a Registered Massage Therapist from placing testimonials in any advertisement including websites. I have them, I just can't show them to you.
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