Do I need to commit to Kinetic Fascial Release intensives to experience Kinetic Fascial Release for the first time?
Wayne and Sophie integrate many Kinetic Fascial Release protocols and techniques into many of their treatments. You can simply ask at any point in your session to experience what this technique feels like and make as many queries as you like. However, Kinetic Fascial Release intensives are a great way to experience the work in its entirety.
Are massage therapy
treatments covered by my health insurance?
At this time, the Ontario
Health Insurance Plan (OHIP) does not pay for massage therapy. However,
most extended health benefit plans cover the cost or a portion of the cost of
massage therapy. Ask your human resources representative or your insurance
provider for details.
What should I expect during a massage?
If you haven't had much experience with
massage therapy, you might be wondering what to expect. This will give you some ideas
about what takes place during a "typical" massage session.
If it's your first time seeing
the massage therapist, you will
be asked to fill out a confidential health history form. The massage therapist
will ask you
the reasons you are getting a massage, current physical condition, life
style and stress level, experiences with specific areas of pain,
and whether there is any specific need you want addressed during the
massage.
First and foremost, the massage therapist needs to make sure there
aren't any
conditions present that rule out having a massage due to any health
risks.
Second, the massage therapist needs to know what your needs are
regarding the
massage and be sure both of you are clear about what your expectations
and goals
for the session are. Third, the information you provide helps the
massage
therapist determine what techniques to use and how to structure the
session.
Next,
you will be asked to remove your clothing. The therapist will leave the
room to provide privacy while you undress. You should take off only as
much as you are comfortable removing. A sheet is provided for draping
during the massage. The therapist will uncover only the part of the body being
massaged, insuring that modesty is respected at all times. The draping also
keeps the person receiving the massage warm. You should also remove any jewelry
or other articles that might interfere with the massage.
The massage takes place on a comfortable, padded massage
table. The massage therapist will tell you what position to lie in on the table.
The table may have some extra attachments or cushions, such as a face rest
(which allows you to lie in a face down position without turning your head and
neck). If you don't like using any attachments, ask the massage therapist to
remove it or not use it.
Expect a peaceful and comfortable environment for the
massage. The massage therapist may play music during the massage. Some people
find music playing to be relaxing, some find it distracting. If you don't like
music playing, ask the massage therapist to change the music or turn the music
off.
Before the massage begins, the massage therapist may offer
some advice that will improve the quality of your massage. A common one is to
breathe, especially if a sensitive area is being massaged.
The massage therapist may use oil or lotion,
which reduces drag on the skin while performing the massage strokes. If you are
allergic to some oils or lotions, be sure to tell your massage therapist so you
both can make sure the ingredients in the oil or lotion do not bother you.
Depending on your needs, the massage therapist will massage
either the full body or only specific areas that need attention. For example,
general relaxation or stress reduction sessions usually include all the major
areas of the body, while a session for a localized injury, pain, or tightness
will be focused on a specific area. It is possible to spend most of an entire
session on only one area. If there is anything that does not feel comfortable or
right or you do not like, you have the right to ask the massage therapist to
stop.
After the massage is finished, you will once again be
provided with privacy in order to get dressed. If there is time to do so, you
may ask the massage therapist any questions you have. The usual length of a
session is an hour; however the length of a treatment can vary from shorter or longer sessions depending on the person' s limitations, needs and goals.
Please let your massage therapist know in advance if you
need to cancel your appointment. We require a 24 hour
notice.
How do I get the most from my massage?
Be as receptive and open to the process as possible.
Do not eat a big meal
just before a massage session.
Be on time. If you arrive in a frenzied, rushed state, it
will take longer to get to a relaxed state. Please let your massage therapist
know in advance if you need to cancel. We
require a 24 hour
notice.
If you do not want to remove all your clothing, wear
clothing that you will be comfortable wearing during the massage and will allow
the massage therapist to touch and move the areas of your body you expect will
need to be worked on.
Give the massage therapist accurate health information.
Good communication is very important. Before the session,
let your massage therapist know what your needs are. During
the massage session, report any discomfort, whether it is from the massage or
due to any problems or distractions related to the environment, e.g., room
temperature, music volume, lighting, etc. Feel free to give feedback to the massage therapist regarding the
massage, e.g., amount of pressure, speed of movement, etc.
Don't be afraid to discuss any apprehensions or concerns.
It is important that you be as comfortable as possible during your massage. Your
massage therapist is a professional dedicated to do his or her best to help you
feel at ease.
Some massage therapists like to play music during the
massage session and may have music specially composed for relaxation and other
effects. Others may find music distracting; let your massage therapist know if
you have any preferences regarding music if it is available.
Some people like to talk during a massage session, while
others remain silent. If your massage therapist encourages you to talk or not
talk, it is usually based on whether or not it seems to help let go of tension
and getting in touch with oneself. Sometimes talking can be a way of unburdening
oneself or opening up. On the other hand, talking can also
be a way of "being in the head" and out of touch with one's body or
feelings. Being silent can be a way of letting go of
thoughts and stresses. If you find your thoughts are racing during the massage,
one way to be more body-centered and to quiet the mind is to follow the hands of
the massage therapist and focus on how the touch feels.
Breathing helps to facilitate relaxation. People often stop
or limit their breathe when they feel anxious or a sensitive area is massaged. If you realize you are stopping your breathing, let yourself breathe.
Tightening up, (i.e. contracting or hardening your muscles)
during the massage is counterproductive. If you are able to, relax those
muscles. Let your massage therapist know this is happening. There may be a need to
adjust the massage technique being used. Your massage
therapist may also be able to help you relax
the affected area.
If anything is happening during the massage that you
dislike or seems improper, you have the right to ask the massage therapist to
stop. If necessary, you also have the right to end the session.
Take your time getting
off the table. If you get up too fast
after the massage you could become dizzy or
light headed.
Drink extra water after a massage.
Massage has its greatest benefits over time. The
therapeutic effects of massage are cumulative, so the more often a person gets a
massage, the better he or she will feel and the more quickly one's body will
respond. From one session to the next, relaxation deepens as the chronic
patterns of stress in the body are affected and released. These changes are
readily felt in day-to-day life as well, which adds another dimension of
reinforcement. If you are getting massage to address chronic muscular tension or
recovery from a soft tissue injury, more than one session is usually needed, so
be prepared to schedule several sessions.
How do I get
the most out of my health benefits?
Your
employer has recognized the value of massage therapy as an important tool in
ensuring a healthy organization. Part of the premium paid to your
insurance carrier is allocated to preventative health care treatments such as
massage therapy. Massage has its greatest benefits over time;
the therapeutic effects of massage are cumulative. Many clients realize they will be left with unused benefits near the end of the
year. Not only do they not fully benefit from their health coverage, but
their attempts to increase the frequency of treatments in the busiest months of
the year are often not manageable.
What questions should I ask my therapist?
Are you licensed to practice massage
in Ontario?
Are you a member of the College of
Massage Therapists of Ontario (CMTO)?
Where did you receive your massage therapy training?
How many years have you
been practicing massage therapy?
Trained massage therapists are happy to share their
credentials with clients. CMTO professional members have demonstrated a level of
skill and knowledge through education and testing and are required to meet
continuing education standards to retain membership. Consumers can rest assured
that their massage therapist has met minimum education and training standards if
he or she is licensed in the province of Ontario.
What medical
history information does my therapist need prior to my first treatment?
It is important to provide full and accurate information
regarding your medical history and current medical condition. Even if you
feel a previous injury or any current medication may be irrelevant, please write
it down on the sheet. It may provide the therapist with some insight into
your condition or make him or her aware of a possible contraindication to
treatment.
What
forms of payment are accepted at your clinic?
We accept Credit Cards (Visa, Mastercard), Debit Cards, Cash or Cheque. Payment is due after each treatment.
For clients with
Green Shield coverage, We offer the option to bill directly on your behalf.
2015 Kinetic Fascial Release
Updated 23 July 2015
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