If you ever had someone rub you the wrong way, then hopefully it won’t be a massage therapist! You can tolerate an unpleasant personality at work or at a social gathering, but when it comes to have a massage, you want someone to rub you just the right way.

When looking for a massage therapist, it is important to get recommendations, but don’t think that’s all that’s needed to make a good decision. When it comes down to it, getting a massage is all a matter of taste. What your best friend might find relaxing and comforting might send you into a frenzy.

While choosing a masseur or masseuse isn’t quite as complicated as selecting a spouse, it takes a little more effort than simply phoning up the first name you find in the telephone directory. Your initial contact should give you a sense of his or her professionalism. A highly trained professional will want to talk with you if you are a new client. In most cases you will be required to fill out a health form. It is your opportunity to inform your massage therapist of any medical problems you might have. Once a masseuse gets to know you, it will be intuitive as to what areas of the body need special attention.

This preliminary information is the basis for your initial conversation. The massage therapist will find out what type of massage you want, where your stress areas are, as well as the type of pressure you like. This dialogue is vital before your treatment.

It is also during this preliminary conversation that you will get to know your masseur or masseuse. As with any conversation it is a two-way street. You should get a sense that he/she is qualified and really likes his/her work. This conversation you should feel comfortable and at ease.

When you are on the table conversation should be kept to a minimum. Most professionals do not engage in needless conversation during a session. The only talking should be about the massage: if the pressure is too strong, if you feel some pain, or if you would like additional work on an area.

The masseur/masseuse sets the stage for the session. A good practitioner will make sure that the room is serene. During your massage, there should be some soothing music in the background. Your masseuse will usually provide some selections that will help you relax in both mind and body. Your masseuse will adjust the lighting in the room so that it is beneficial for both of you.

At the end of a session your masseuse will ask for feedback. It is important for them to know how you enjoyed the session. This is the time for both of you to evaluate the service. Was the massage what you expected? Are there things you would like to be different in the next session? A good masseuse will ask for feedback. A massage is only successful if you really enjoyed it. In the end it’s really all about how you felt. Aye – there’s the rub!

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