Full Body Massage
What to expect from a full body massage?
So, what can you expect from a full body massage? Here’s a breakdown of what to expect before, during and after your massage therapy:
Before your massage
At Spa Theory, we offer mobile spa services, so we’ll come to your home, hotel, or any other private location of your choosing to perform your massage. Your massage therapist will bring all of their tools and their own massage table, but you will need to provide two flat sheets and a pillowcase so that you can be draped accordingly during the massage.
Before beginning, you’ll need to remove any restrictive clothing so that your therapist can perform the massage effectively – your therapist will give you privacy to undress and position yourself on the massage table. If you’re wearing a bra and don’t wish to remove it, you can simply unclip the bra at its fastening so the therapist can massage your back without any constraints.
During your massage
During your massage, your therapist will typically begin by massaging your back and shoulders; for this, you’ll need to be laying down comfortably on your stomach. Then, the therapist will massage your legs and feet, (and your glutes if this has been agreed to) before proceeding to massage the arms. You’ll then switch to lying on your back, and your therapist will perform a head massage.
You can create your own at-home spa ambiance by playing relaxing music, safely lighting some aromatic candles, and allowing yourself to drift off into a relaxed state. A massage is about the mind just as much as it is about the body, so it’s important to be able to detach from any ongoing worries, problems, or stress.
Don’t forget that a massage is an intimate procedure, so mutual confidence and trust is important, as is respecting a mutual code of conduct during the treatment. Your therapist will always ensure that you feel comfortable during the massage, and likewise, clients should always respect personal boundaries with their therapist. This means no inappropriate touching, undressing in front of the client, or making inappropriate remarks during the treatment. Also be aware of any noises – even if the massage does feel great, it’s best to keep any moaning sounds to a minimum!
After your massage
Once your massage is complete, you might feel slightly lightheaded; this is a normal reaction to the massage, and should ease off after a few minutes. Post-treatment, we’d recommend giving yourself time to relax, whether it be through reading a book or relaxing in front of the TV. You should also try to get to bed early, too – you’ll wake up feeling fully rejuvenated and refreshed in the morning.