ABOUT MASSAGE
Massage therapy is an all encompassing name for a variety of modalities including Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Neuromuscular Massage, Shiatsu, Hot Stone Massage, Watsu, Cranio-Sacral Massage, and others. Massage therapists come from a variety of backgrounds and are trained in varying modalities. We recommend that you talk to potential massage therapy providers before receiving treatment to ensure that they are properly trained and licensed and will be able to provide the treatment(s) you seek in a safe and effective manner. Not all therapists or services are equal, and because of this we highly recommend that you try a variety of services and therapists until you are satisfied with the treatments you are receiving.
It is important to note that we, as professional massage therapists, practice under a code of highly ethical standards, and The Great Escape's therapists maintain appropriate professional boundaries between therapist and client at all times. Any inappropriate behavior by you of any kind towards your therapist, other staff, or any other patron will be grounds for immediate dismissal from this establishment, forfeiture of any future treatments, and may be grounds for legal action. We take the integrity of our profession very seriously and thank all our customers for their understanding in this matter.
Massage therapy is an all encompassing name for a variety of modalities including Swedish Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Neuromuscular Massage, Shiatsu, Hot Stone Massage, Watsu, Cranio-Sacral Massage, and others. Massage therapists come from a variety of backgrounds and are trained in varying modalities. We recommend that you talk to potential massage therapy providers before receiving treatment to ensure that they are properly trained and licensed and will be able to provide the treatment(s) you seek in a safe and effective manner. Not all therapists or services are equal, and because of this we highly recommend that you try a variety of services and therapists until you are satisfied with the treatments you are receiving.
It is important to note that we, as professional massage therapists, practice under a code of highly ethical standards, and The Great Escape's therapists maintain appropriate professional boundaries between therapist and client at all times. Any inappropriate behavior by you of any kind towards your therapist, other staff, or any other patron will be grounds for immediate dismissal from this establishment, forfeiture of any future treatments, and may be grounds for legal action. We take the integrity of our profession very seriously and thank all our customers for their understanding in this matter.
COMMUNICATION IS KEY
As with any form of health and wellness service, the final outcome of your massage sessions will depend largely upon the feedback you provide your therapist before, during and after your sessions. It is critical to provide an accurate health history prior to your session to rule out any contraindications. Be sure to voice your preferences regarding: massage pressure, speed, and overall feel, as well as room temperature, music selection, essential oils and other fragrances, etc. Also, it is important to inform your therapist of any health changes including: improvements since your last treatment, changes in prescription medications, alternate forms of treatment being used in conjunction with massage therapy, etc.
As with any form of health and wellness service, the final outcome of your massage sessions will depend largely upon the feedback you provide your therapist before, during and after your sessions. It is critical to provide an accurate health history prior to your session to rule out any contraindications. Be sure to voice your preferences regarding: massage pressure, speed, and overall feel, as well as room temperature, music selection, essential oils and other fragrances, etc. Also, it is important to inform your therapist of any health changes including: improvements since your last treatment, changes in prescription medications, alternate forms of treatment being used in conjunction with massage therapy, etc.
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BENEFITS OF MASSAGE
Massage therapy is an alternative healthcare practice that dates back millennia and has been practiced by many different cultures around the world. Today, the knowledge base for massage therapy continues to grow and expand as its benefits are further explored and better understood. Massage therapy is not only beneficial for relaxation and stress relief, but has a wide range of applications and can help alleviate medical conditions including:
SAFETY AND CONTRAINDICATIONS Certain medical conditions require the exercise of caution concerning the advisability of receiving massage. If you are in doubt, or if you are under medical supervision, check with your doctor or other qualified medical practitioner before seeking massage therapy. NEW CLIENTS During a professional massage your physical, emotional, and spiritual well being are of the utmost importance to your therapist. Qualified professionals are trained to recognize and respect your personal needs as a consumer. Remember that communication is the key to a successful massage. |
DEFINITION OF MASSAGE
Massage is the practice of touching or applying structured or unstructured pressure, tension, motion, vibration, or percussion to the soft tissues of the body, including muscles, connective tissue, tendons, ligaments, joints, lymphatic vessels, or organs of the abdominal cavity to acheive a beneficial, health enhancing effect. FINDING A QUALIFIED THERAPIST As a consumer, finding a properly trained and licensed professional is an integral part of ensuring that your massage experience is a safe, effective, proactive form of alternative healthcare. Therapist licensure is important to the massage therapy profession as it helps ensure that practitioners have been trained to meet a standard of education in order to provide safe and appropriate services to the public. Practitioners must be educated to understand the physical, psycho-emotional and spiritual being, as well as be able to accurately communicate with medical professionals regarding client ailments and prospective treatments. In addition, licensure also helps ensure that massage therapy is and will remain a reputable profession sought after by people of all ages and all walks of life for generations to come. You may visit www.nebraska.gov/LISSearch/search.cgi to find out if your therapist is licensed in the state of Nebraska or ask your therapist for proof of state licensure. NCTM, NCTMB, AMTA, ABMP certificates and/or memberships or any other professional affiliations, certifications or credentials do not indicate that someone is licensed by the state to practice massage therapy. NEBRASKA LICENSURE The state of Nebraska currently requires 1,000 hours of training from an accredited educational institution and successful completion of the NCBTMB Exam. |
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