I know this news probably came as a shock.

Most businesses go out of their way to convince you “[fill in the blank] – WE CAN HELP with massage therapy”. I believe in full disclosure. I also believe that people are unique individuals therefore there is no one size fits all approach. There are a couple situations where I wouldn’t be the best massage therapist for you.

 

I love science. I have always gravitated to it in some way. Therefore I approach massage from the scientific standpoint. If you have spent any time looking through my website you will see I cite scientific studies left and right. Why massage is good for this… why massage is good for that. I need to know how science backs up massage therapy, it governs the way I approach massage therapy, and I want to share that with you. This is how I approach massage when you are on the table. My primary focus is to help you feel better.

 

I don’t do “spa like” services

 

I love hot stone massage, and I use complimentary aromatherapy. But I don’t have the equipment or facility to give “spa like” services. If you’re looking for a day at the spa experience, I am not the massage therapist for you.

 

I won’t massage you if it would be detrimental

 

The number 1 reason people seek massage is for pain relief. It seems like everyone is suffering from some sort of chronic condition, and most of the time massage can help. But there are times when massage can be detrimental. The technical term is massage contraindications.  In those situations I cannot “just do the massage anyway”. I’m sorry if this causes irritation but I honestly cannot do something I would consciously know could cause harm.

 

If there is a massage therapist who could better address your needs.

 

I wrote a litte piece on geriatric massage where I explained my belief that there is another massage therapist down the street from my office better suited to addressing those specific needs. You can read about it here.

 

In any other situation I feel I am an excellent choice to be your massage therapist. If you're still trying to decide, why don't you experience massage therapy on my table and find out for yourself. Make an apponitment today! Call me (661) 673-3853.