Massage Therapy
FAQ
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Isn’t Massage Therapy simply a luxury?
Although massage is very soothing and nurturing, and it may feel as though
you are only pampering yourself, it also provides the following benefits:
Reduced pain and stiffness, increased range of motion, firmer and more
elastic muscles, improved blood circulation, increased nutritional
circulation, healthy glowing skin, improved lymph circulation, decreased
risk of illness, reduced stress and emotional build up and improved mental
clarity.
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How often should I get a massage?
Everyone and every body is unique and different, and it really
depends on what you are currently dealing with and how your body responds to
touch. Since bodywork influences every system in the body, there are
enormous possibilities created by increasing the frequency at which you
address those systems. Your therapist can help you determine a schedule
that works for you.
- How am I going to afford regular massage?
With all of the benefits listed above, my initial
response is, “how can you afford not to?” You must compare the cost of receiving
massage 2-3 times each month to what it would cost for unexpected doctor visits,
missed work days, prescription medicines and then accepting the fact that many
times prescription medicines are merely a bandage covering the true problem. 90%
of disease is stress related, and nothing ages us faster, inside and out than
the effects of stress. Massage therapy and bodywork is a wonderful way to get to
the very root of the problem. I am certain that lives could be changed if people
would commit to scheduling regular massage. Check with your massage therapist
for specials and frequent visit specials. In the long run, massage therapy is
more cost effective, and certainly more enjoyable.
- Will insurance pay for my massage?
It is safe to say that
sometimes insurance will reimburse for work related injuries or automobile
accidents, but a doctor’s prescription is needed. Accidents or injuries
involving Home Owner’s insurance frequently allow for massage therapy benefits.
Flex spending accounts can be used for massage therapy services, provided your
doctor determines that massage therapy is medically necessary and writes a
prescription for it. Although some health insurance plans acknowledge that
massage therapy provided by a trained, licensed and certified massage therapist
is beneficial to their policyholders, the majority do not. Most insurance
companies will only reimburse for massage when it is billed by a physician or
physical therapist and the service is provided by a massage therapist hired or
contracted to do the work. Lastly, Medicare does not reimburse for massage
therapy. It is always best to check with your insurance company to find out for
sure. If they do not provide coverage, let them know that you would like to see
it in your policy in the future.
- How can I introduce a friend / relative to massage?
The best thing to do is to buy
him/her a Gift Certificate. Let them know how much you enjoy your frequent
massages. They will listen to you and if they are observant, they will see the
changes that are occurring within you during your frequent sessions. Come along
with them when they get their massage. Be a good support system for them. Come
along with them when they get their first massage. You will have something new
to chat about.
- I’m concerned about privacy – how is maintained?
Most professional massage therapists work from
the subjective information gathered in the initial conversation with the client
and from a health history form. This is necessary in order treat our clients
effectively. Rest assured though, your information remains private, as health
care professionals are bound by HIPAA guidelines. If this information needs to
be shared with your health care provider, physician or chiropractor, you will be
notified first.
- Will I be covered up during my massage?
Missouri State law dictates that massage therapy
clients remain draped, with the exception to that portion of the body being
worked on. You will maintain your modesty, privacy and your body heat.
Following are a few things we want to say to you:
- The key to receiving the best
massage is to communicate with your massage therapist. You are the only one who
knows if the pressure is too little, too much, or just right. The Platinum Rule
of Massage Therapy is: Communication helps your therapist help you.
- We really don’t care that you haven’t shaved your legs before you came in to
see us, and we don’t care that you have put on a few extra pounds over the last
couple of years. We are so grateful that you have made it to your scheduled
appointment, and that you have begun to incorporate massage therapy into your
health maintenance routine. It’s no problem. Really! We are so glad you are
here.
- Try to remember that floating feeling you get when you relax into your
massage. Then try to incorporate that feeling into your daily life. If you can
do that, then you are truly making the most of your massage. It’s all about
taking good care of yourself – and we all deserve that.
Click
here to read "Massage Therapy: Healing for the Body and Soul", the
benefits of massage therapy.
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