What is the difference between relaxation, therapeutic, and prescriptive massage?
Focus and intent. With relaxation massage the focus is broad to include all the major muscle groups and the intent is to calm and sooth. With therapeutic massage the focus is specific and the intent is to reduce pain and stiffness. Prescriptive massage is simply massage prescribed by a doctor for a diagnosis which is medically necessary and involves your insurance company. Some call this service medical massage.
Remember this:
Are you stressed? Then you probably need a Relaxation Massage.
Are you in pain? Then you probably need a Therapeutic Massage.
Do you have a prescription from a Doctor for Massage? Then you need a prescriptive massage.
What is maintenance massage?
This is a routine, pre-scheduled therapeutic massage treatment for the purpose of treating chronic muscle pain, maintaining one's range of motion, and overall circulation. It's a muscular tune-up.
What is the difference between a client and a patient?
A client is that person who pays for our services with cash, check or a credit card. Typically, it is someone who is receiving maintenance massage or relaxation massage not prescribed by a doctor.
A patient is someone who is under the care of a doctor and is here to receive prescriptive massage therapy. Payment for services is shared with or totally covered by your insurance plan.
I see LMT behind all the therapists names, what does this mean? What's with the MA and MM numbers?
LMT stands for Licensed Massage Therapist. The MM and MA numbers are our establishment and Massage licenses. Do you want to learn more about what is involved in earning and keeping our licenses current? Find out more >
Why can't Massage Therapists write a prescription?
LMT's do not diagnosis. Only a doctor can do that. We recognize the limitations and scope of our services. However, we can assess your posture and communicate valuable information about muscle imbalances and constrictions, which are often keys to successful progress in your muscle rehabilitation and pain management.
Does massage hurt?
Therapeutic massage can test your pain threshold, so know from the start that you are in charge of the pressure and intensity.
Do I have to completely undress in order to receive a massage?
NO! This is one of the biggest misconceptions of massage!
There are many massage techniques which do not require disrobing. We encourage you to undress to your comfort level. Successful therapy cannot take place if the recipient is uncomfortable.
It is true that there are some massage techniques such as effleurage and petrissage which require hand to skin contact. However, there are many techniques that a trained LMT can use which work through a clients clothing. For example, compression, traction, rocking, and friction.
You can choose to disrobe completely, wear your underwear, or wear your clothing...Massage Therapists go through training to learn to properly drape (cover patient with a sheet) during a massage.
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What makes 12th Avenue Massage Therapy Group unique?
The massage therapists are each different in their approach to massage. We currently have 3 Licensed Massage Therapists (LMT's). Each associate has different training and experience. See Meet The Therapists to determine which therapist may be best for you!
Our office does not open or close at a certain time. Each therapist sets their own schedule to accommodate their patients schedule. We work by appointment. Occasionally, a therapist may have a space in their schedule and will post a sign outside that walk-ins are available.
We work together with your Doctor, Chiropractor, and/or Therapist (OT or PT) to create a comprehensive team approach to treating your muscle pain or ailment.
What payments do you accept for massage therapy?
We accept checks, cash, Visa, and Gift Certificates.
Do you accept tips?
Tipping is appreciated, but not expected. If we exceed your expectations, then we are doing our job. The best compliment you can give us is to share us with your friends and family.
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