Massage FAQ's
Q. Must I Be Completely Undressed?
A. Most massage and bodywork 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.
Q. What Will the Massage or Bodywork Feel Like?
A. It depends on the techniques used. In a general Swedish massage, your session may start with broad, flowing strokes
that will help to calm your nervous system and at ease exterior muscle tension. As your body becomes relaxed, pressure will
gradually be increased to relax and relieve specific areas of muscular tension. You should communicate with your practitioner
immediately if you feel any discomfort so that another approach may be taken. Massage and bodywork are most effective when
your body is not resting.
Q. How Long Will the Session Last?
A. The average full-body massage or bodywork session lasts approximately one hour. A half-hour appointment only allows
time for a partial massage session, such as neck and shoulders, back, or legs and feet. Many people prefer a 60- to 90- minute
session for optimal relaxation. Always allow relaxation time prior to and after the session. Hot tubs, steam baths, and saunas
can assist in the relaxation process.
Q. What Should I Do During the Massage or Bodywork Session?
A. 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. Others like to talk during their
session. Feel free to ask the practitioner questions about massage and bodywork in general or about the particular technique
you are receiving.
Q. How Will I Feel After the Massage or Bodywork Session?
A. Most people feel 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. Since toxins are released from your soft tissues during a massage,
it is recommended you drink plenty of waterafterward.
Reiki FAQ's
Q. Where does Reiki energy come from?
A. Reiki energy is a subtle energy. It is different than electricity or chemical energy or other kinds of physical energy.
Reiki energy comes from the Higher Power, which exists on a higher dimension than the physical world we are familiar with.
When viewed clairvoyantly, Reiki energy appears to come down from above and to enter the top of the practitioners head after
which if flows through the body and out the hands. It appears to flow this way because of our perspective. However, the true
source of Reiki energy is within ourselves. This does not mean that we use our personal energy when we do Reiki, but that
the energy is coming from a transindental part of ourselves that is connected to an infinite supply of healing energy.
Q. Is Reiki a Religion?
A. Although Reiki energy is spiritual in nature, Reiki is not a religion. Practitioners are not asked to change any religious
or spiritual beliefs they may have. They are free to continue believing anything they choose and are encouraged to make their
own decisions concerning the nature of their religious practices.
Q. How is a Reiki treatment given?
A. In a standard treatment Reiki energy flows from the practitioners hands into the client. The client is usually laying
on a massage table but treatments can also be given while the client is seated or even standing. The client remains fully
clothed. The practitioner places her/his hands on or near the clients body in a series of hand positions. These include positions
around the head and shoulders, the stomach, and feet. Other, more specific positions may be used based on the clients needs.
Each position is held for three to ten minutes depending on how much Reiki the client needs at each position. The whole treatment
usually lasts between 45 and 90 minutes.
Q. What does a Reiki treatment feel like?
A. What one experiences during a Reiki treatment varies somewhat from person to person. However, feelings of deep relaxation
are usually felt by all. In addition, many feel a wonderful glowing radiance that flows through and surrounds the them. As
the Reiki energy encourages one to let go of all tension, anxiety, fear or other negative feelings a state of peace and well-being
is experienced. Some drift off to sleep or report floating outside their bodies or have visions and other mystical experiences.
At the end of the treatment, one feels refreshed with a more positive, balanced outlook.
Q. What can be treated with Reiki?
A. Reiki has had a positive affect on all forms of illness and negative conditions. This includes minor things like head
or stomach aches, bee stings, colds, flu, tension and anxiety as well as serious illness like heart disease, cancer, leukemia,
etc. The side effects of regular medical treatments have also been reduced or eliminated. This includes the negative effects
of chemotherapy, post operative pain and depression as well as improving the healing rate and reducing the time needed to
stay in the hospital. Reiki always helps and in some cases people have experienced complete healings which have been confirmed
by medical tests before and after the Reiki treatments. However, while some have experienced miracles, they cannot be guaranteed.
Stress reduction with some improvement in ones physical and psychological condition are what most experience.
Q. Does one have to stop seeing a regular doctor or psychologist in order to receive a Reiki treatment?
A. No. Reiki works in conjunction with regular medical or psychological treatment. If one has a medical or psychological
condition, it is recommended that one see a licensed health care professional in addition to receiving Reiki treatments. Reiki
energy works in harmony with all other forms of healing, including drugs, surgery, psychological care or any other method
of alternative care and will improve the results.
