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What is a FAQ?
Why should I get frequent Massage and Bodywork?
What conditions can bodywork help?
Where will my massage or bodywork session take place?
Must I be completely undressed?
What parts of my body will be worked on?

Q: What is a FAQ?

A: FAQ is an acronym for "frequently asked questions".

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Q: Why should I get frequent Massage and Bodywork?

A: Experts estimate that upwards of ninety percent of disease is stress related. Massage and bodywork can help manage that stress. This translates into:

Decreased anxiety.
Enhanced sleep quality.
Greater energy.
Improved concentration.
Increased circulation.
Reduced fatigue.

Research shows that with massage:

Arthritis sufferers note fewer aches and less stiffness and pain.
Asthmatic children show better pulmonary function and increased peak air flow.
Burn injury patients report reduced pain, itching, and anxiety.
High blood pressure patients demonstrate lower diastolic blood pressure, anxiety, and stress hormones.
Premenstrual syndrome sufferers have decreased water retention and cramping.
Preterm infants have improved weight gain.

Here's the beauty of bodywork: its benefits are compounded when it is utilized as a frequent therapy. The more your get, the more it does.

Q: What kind of conditions can bodywork help?

A: Bodywork is useful for many conditions. It can:

Alleviate low-back pain and improve range of motion.

Assist with shorter, easier labor for expectant mothers and shorten maternity hospital stays.

Ease medication dependence.

Enhance immunity by stimulating lymph flow - the body's natural defense system.

Exercise and stretch weak, tight, or atrophied muscles.

Help athletes of any level prepare for, and recover from, strenuous workouts.

Improve the condition of the body's largest organ - the skin.

Increase joint flexibility.

Lessen depression and anxiety.

Promote tissue regeneration, reducing scar tissue and stretch marks.

Pump oxygen and nutrients into tissues and vital organs, improving circulation.

Reduce post surgery adhesions and swelling

Reduce spasms and cramping.

Relax and soften injured, tired and overused muscles.

Release endorphins - the body's natural painkiller.

Relieve migraine pain.

Q: Where will my massage or bodywork session take place?

A: Your massage or bodywork session will take place in a warm, comfortable, quiet room. Soft music may be played to relax .You are welcome to bring your own iPod or CD. You will lie on a table especially designed for your comfort. By special request, your session may be at your home.

Q: Must I be completely undressed?

A: Most massage techniques are traditionally performed with the client unclothed; however, you may decide what amount of clothing you prefer to wear for your own comfort. You will be properly draped during the session. For other services, such as Ten Zo and Reflexology, you should wear comfortable clothing and remove your shoes (socks too for foot reflexology).

Q: What parts of my body will be worked on?

A: You and I will discuss the desired outcome of your session. This will determine which parts of your body require massage. A typical full-body session will include work on your back, arms, legs, feet, hands, head, neck, and shoulders. Reflexology session can include work on hands, ears and feet.

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