Before Your Session: Hydration

It’s important to arrive well hydrated. I recommend increasing your water intake at least 24 hours before your appointment.
A simple guideline is to drink about half your body weight in ounces (for example, a 200 lb person = ~100 oz of water).

Proper hydration helps your body respond better to treatment, reduces tenderness, and supports circulation and recovery.

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First Visit & Intake

During your first session, I’ll take time to understand your history, current concerns, and goals.
I may assess posture, movement patterns, and areas of restriction to better understand what’s contributing to your discomfort.

From there, we’ll create a targeted approach that fits your needs. I also use visual muscle and trigger point charts to help you better understand what you’re feeling in your body.

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The Massage

This work is not a quick fix or spot treatment. The body is complex, and lasting change often takes consistency, especially for long-standing or multiple issues.

Sessions typically begin with relaxing techniques to warm the tissue, followed by more targeted work such as:

• Trigger point therapy

• Myofascial release

• Active release techniques

• Deep tissue and cross-fiber work

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Pressure is always guided by your comfort.

The goal is effective treatment while keeping the body relaxed and receptive.

Session length can vary depending on your needs. Some clients prefer to start with 60 minutes, while others benefit from longer sessions to address multiple areas.

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After Your Session

After your treatment, we’ll review how your body responded and discuss next steps if needed.
Some clients come more frequently at first to address pain, then transition to maintenance visits every 4–8 weeks.

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Recovery & Detox Bath

I recommend taking it easy for up to 48 hours after your session to allow your body to fully integrate the work.

A simple detox bath that evening can support recovery:

• 1 cup Epsom salt

• 1 cup baking soda

• Soak for at least 15 minutes

This can help promote relaxation, reduce soreness, and support the body’s natural recovery process.