Frequently Asked Questions

Massages can hurt — BUT, at Freedom Massage we welcome and encourage feedback throughout your session. Therefore, if something is uncomfortable, we can lighten up our pressure or adjust our technique. Massage is a team effort between the giver and receiver. To us, it is most important that you are relaxed. If your mind and body can reach a state of calm, it will be the most powerful way to rid your body of pain.

The answer for the average person would be as often as you can afford. I would say every week if you could. In the 90’s when I began my massage career people did so without blinking an eye. Times and the economy have changed. People are busier. But, my answer remains the same: as often as possible. Every day if you could! But I would not suggest a Deep Tissue massage as often.

It is a great way to spend your money. The benefits are investing in a body that MUST LAST A LIFETIME. I often hear of people waiting too long to address discomfort and consequently needing surgery. That result is pain, loss of work, loss of time, lots of trips to the doctor, and lots of expensive medical bills. None of that feels good! By contrast, massage DOES feel good, and is a comparatively inexpensive preventive health care tool. Massage can be an effective part of a journey into a healthier lifestyle.

In almost all circumstances, the answer is YES – it is safe to receive massage throughout your entire pregnancy. Receiving regular massages during pregnancy has been shown to lower anxiety, decrease leg and back pain, improve sleep and decrease levels of the stress hormones.

Our tables and treatment rooms provide ultra-comfortable and safe support for women and their babies through the stages and changes of pregnancy.

Prior to your first pregnancy massage, we ask that you discuss receiving massage with your pregnancy care provider and inform us of any special needs you might have, or if your pregnancy has been named a “high risk” pregnancy. Here at Freedom Massage we provide 60 minute Pregnancy massage sessions.

We will work with you however you are most comfortable. We understand how vulnerable clients are in our massage rooms and we treat everyone’s situation with care and integrity. You may stay partially or even fully clothed. We are better able to use gliding strokes following the muscle fibers and bringing deep relief to your body without clothing in between you and our hands. You are covered by a sheet at all times and only the areas we are working on are exposed. You will climb on the massage table in between sheets as if going to bed. No areas are exposed that would cause anyone discomfort. Freedom Massage therapists will ask a lot of questions to make sure you are comfortable. I had a client who felt most comfortable leaving her pants on for two years. It did not bother me and I was still happy she came to see me.

Let a member of our team know what type of massage you are looking for and any health concerns you wish to address. All of the massage therapists that provide treatments at Freedom Massage are trained, licensed, and knowledgeable in multiple techniques. They will customize their style, and treatment, based on your needs. Additionally, you can find our massage therapist’s bios on our webpage, which can also help you find the best massage therapist for your needs.

Another difference at Freedom Massage is we ENCOURAGE YOU to try our entire staff. You will not hurt your therapist’s feelings if you want to try another team member. We are confident you will enjoy the similarities in the sessions and the subtle difference of each staff member.

The important issue here is that there are times when you need to speak up. If the therapist is doing anything to make you uncomfortable, you should let them know immediately. Also, let them know if you get too warm or too cold, if the room is too bright, or if the pressure needs to be changed (lighter or deeper). If something is not working for you – speak up! It’s OK!

Sure, if you’d like to talk go right ahead. The important thing to remember is that this treatment is all about you relaxing and enjoying the experience. Many therapists discourage talking in hopes that you will relax, let your mind float free and enter a state of massage bliss. In many instances, people may feel more relaxed starting off talking, and as the massage progresses, enter quiet states of relaxation.