Frequently Asked Questions

At Massage Rx Wellness, we understand that you may have questions about our services or even massage in general. This page is designed to provide you with answers to the most commonly asked questions to ensure that you have all the information you need before scheduling your appointment. Whether you're wondering about the benefits of massage therapy, what to expect during a session, or how to pay for your services, we've got you covered. Our goal is to make your experience with us as seamless and enjoyable as possible, and we believe that being informed is key to achieving that. If you still have further questions, please contact us any time!

In order to access the soft tissues of your body, we request that you undress to your level of comfort.  While lying on the massage table, you will be covered by a sheet and/or blanket.  Body parts that are currently being worked on will be uncovered then recovered.  If at any time you have questions or are uncomfortable, please let us know.

Before your massage begins, your therapist will discuss with you the areas you want to focus on.  This could be full body or targeted areas depending on your needs.  Also, if there is any part of your body you do not want worked, let your therapist know so your massage can be tailored to your needs that day.

Your therapist will ask you what level of pressure you like and will welcome your feedback.  We want your massage to be therapeutic so achieving the correct pressure is imperative.  It is important that you receive enough pressure to feel as though your muscles are being worked, but not to the point of pain. Massage therapy is supposed to be a "good hurt" and on a pain scale of 1 – 10, the pressure being applied should be around 5 – 7. Anything above or below those numbers are not therapeutic.

There is no wrong answer here.  The goal is for you to relax.  Some people prefer to stay silent and some people prefer to talk.  The therapist will meet you where you are and follow your lead.  In either situation, your therapist will check in on you, such as asking about how the pressure feels towards the beginning of the massage, to turn over, move an arm, etc.

Massage therapists work to alleviate scar tissue and adhesions (knots) in the muscle tissues by using pressure to "break up" those areas and to bring much-needed blood flow back to various muscles. This is particularly the case with therapeutic massage and techniques such as trigger point therapy. Generally, the more pressure applied and time spent on specific areas, the more likely that area is to be slightly sore a few hours later or even the next day. This is often due to inflammation after the massage and is part of the healing process. If you are feeling a little sore, it is a good idea to ice the sore areas. Drinking water and keeping well hydrated is a great idea for both muscular and overall health.