Archive for October, 2007

Gift Certificates Now Available!

Posted by Paul Brown | Filed under Massage, News | Oct 19, 2007 | 2 Comments

The new styles of Gift Certificates from the fine folks at
Info4People arrived today!
Massage Therapy makes a fantastic gift. A gift certificate is a great way to introduce someone to massage and bodywork. You can visit my new and improved Shop. Go on and visit, and give someone you care about the gift ...Read more.

Hot Stone Massage

Posted by Paul Brown | Filed under News | Oct 15, 2007 | No Comments

Over the past weekend, I ordered a Hot Stone Massage Set from the good people at RubRocks.com, so I’ll be offering Hot Stone Massage on October 25 for a small additional fee to a regular session.

The Experience of Knowing

Posted by Paul Brown | Filed under Ethics, Massage, Service | Oct 14, 2007 | No Comments

On the shuttle bus ride to BART yesterday on the way home from school, I was in a conversation with a friend, and she was asking me how did I know that massage was what I wanted to be doing, how did I connect with my clients, as she was finding that the shiatsu training ...Read more.

The Intention of Touch

Posted by Paul Brown | Filed under Ethics, Massage | Oct 14, 2007 | No Comments

zbear20 asks:
Just a follow up to this answer, since you practice massage therapy for a profession, how do you in your personal sexual encounters (as opposed to unpersonal? What a stupid choice of words,thought it may sound it in this question I’m not intimating that massage therapy = sex.)keep from having the touching and foreplay ...Read more.

FAQ: Myofascial Therapy

Posted by Paul Brown | Filed under FAQ | Oct 14, 2007 | No Comments

Myofascial Therapy, or MFT as we’ll refer to it, is an anatomically specific form of bodywork that is intended to free fascial adhesions, to reduce pain and restore a joint to a fuller range of motion. It is performed on a table from a medium-low height on an unclothed client, but no oils or lubrication are used.

FAQ: Who will be present when I disrobe?

Posted by Paul Brown | Filed under FAQ | Oct 14, 2007 | No Comments

I will leave the room while you undress, relax onto the table and cover yourself with a clean sheet. While you are disrobing, I will scrub my hands and forearms with soap and hot water.

FAQ: What will my massage feel like?

Posted by Paul Brown | Filed under FAQ | Oct 14, 2007 | No Comments

It depends on the techniques used. In a general Swedish massage, your session may start with broad, flowing strokes which will help to calm your nervous system and relax exterior muscle tension. As your body becomes relaxed, pressure will gradually be increased to relax ...Read more.

FAQ: What parts of my body will be massaged?

Posted by Paul Brown | Filed under FAQ | Oct 14, 2007 | No Comments

You and Paul will discuss the desired outcome of your session. This will determine which parts of your body require massage. A typical full body session will include work on your back, arms, legs, feet, hands, head, neck and shoulders.

FAQ: Will I be covered during the massage?

Posted by Paul Brown | Filed under Ethics, FAQ | Oct 14, 2007 | No Comments

Paul respects the dignity and modesty of his clients, and understands that each clients’ needs are different with regards to modesty. You can decide upon your level of draping. Generally, though, you will be draped to keep you warm and comfortable. Only the area being worked on will be exposed.

FAQ: How should I prepare for the massage session?

Posted by Paul Brown | Filed under FAQ | Oct 14, 2007 | No Comments

Drink plenty of water – there’s an old saying in the theater, “Pee Clear and Often.”  This will allow your body to be completely hydrated and will accept the work more easily.  Of course, if you have a doctor’s instructions to limit your water intake, please heed those.  Otherwise, lots of water.
For the day before ...Read more.

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