What to ExpectMenchaca, Oak Hill, & Anderson Mill
Massage Therapy
Your First Time
We typically send electronic forms via email for new clients to fill out and we encourage you to do so before your appointment time!
If you prefer to fill out the forms in person, we recommend arriving at least 10 minutes before the start time of your appointment so that you get your full time in your session.
We have parking located in the back of our Menchaca location and our location in Oak Hill is located in a shopping center with plenty of parking space.
The address of the location you are booked for is attached to your email or text confirmation. PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK YOUR LOCATION BEFORE YOU ARRIVE!
We ask that you text us when you arrive in the parking lot to make sure the lobby is clear for you (check the COVID-19 guidelines).
Preparing for a Massage
- Make sure you’re hydrated.
- No big meal for up to an hour before, but eat a healthy meal before.
- Shower before your massage.
- No alcohol before or the day of your massage.
- Wear loose/comfortable clothing.
- Drink a lot of water after your service.
- Skip your workout after your service.
- Cancel your service if you are heavily bruised or sunburned, or have an open wound.
During a Massage
You can undress fully or leave just your underwear on. If you are uncomfortable being undressed you are welcome to leave more on. You will be covered by a sheet and blanket and only the body part being addressed will be exposed, i.e., just your back, or just one leg. Feel free to ask your LMT questions about your service! And always speak up if the pressure isn’t right or you need to stop the session for any reason.
After the Massage
Drinking LOTS of water is recommended after a massage. Do not engage in intense workouts for about twelve hours after your massage. Also, because of the increased circulation, you may feel drunk from a small amount of alcohol, so be aware of drinking alcohol in the first eight hours after a massage. You may eat anytime after and do not need to wait.
Some Massage FAQs
A full body massage includes your: scalp, face, neck, shoulders, pecs, back, hips, glutes, upper and lower legs, arms, hands, and feet.
You may request any part of the body be skipped or for extra attention to specific areas.
Please be aware that a 30-minute massage is not long enough for a full body massage. If you have specific areas you want extra work on AND a full body massage, we recommend a 75-minute massage or longer.
CONTRAINDICATIONS OF MASSAGE THERAPY
There are some conditions that are contraindicated locally. That means that the massage therapist can give you a massage but must avoid those areas with those conditions when giving you the massage. Here are a list of common contraindications:
* Cuts or open wounds
* Bruises
* Varicose veins
* Broken bones
* Burns
* Some skin conditions
If you have these massage contraindications and you want a massage you should let your therapist know about them. Hopefully the massage therapist can work around these areas. However, if they prove too severe massage may not be appropriate. In that case, the therapist reserves the right to refuse treatment to ensure maintenance of health standards. Other massage contraindications are more specific. You cannot get a massage if you have these conditions because massage could cause these conditions to flare up making your problem worse.
Here are the conditions that fall into these categories:
Fever: Anytime you have a fever, whether from a cold, the flu, or some other infection, you should not get a massage. Massage increases circulation that may in turn help the infection increase the severity of the fever and the infection.
Contagious Diseases: If you have a contagious disease you are putting your therapist and even your therapist’s other clients at risk of getting it. Please be considerate to your therapist and cancel your massage if you come down with a contagious condition.
Blood Clots: Massage can loosen blood clots. This could be dangerous because the clot could migrate to the brain, lungs, or heart. If you are aware of any blood clots, consult your doctor before massage to make sure that it will not be affected by massage therapy.
Kidney Conditions or Liver Conditions: Massage can put increased strain on both the liver and kidney if they are not functioning normally. This occurs because massage increases blood flow, increasing the movement of waste through the body. If you are experiencing a health problem with either your kidney or liver it is likely that massage will not be appropriate for you. Talk to a healthcare professional to see if massage will aggravate any kidney or liver condition.
Cancer: Though massage is good at relieving some of the discomfort caused by cancer, it should only be given by someone trained to work with cancer patients. The patient should obtain a release form from his/her doctor to get treatment.
Inflammation: If you have inflammation of any kind, massage to the area will further aggravate the situation.
Uncontrolled Hypertension: Massage increases blood flow. If you have high blood pressure that is not under control, the increased blood flow that is a result of massage therapy may cause problems.
Infrared Sauna
Your First Time
We typically send electronic forms via email for new clients to fill out and we encourage you to do so before your appointment time!
If you prefer to fill out the forms in person, we recommend arriving at least 10 minutes before the start time of your appointment so that you get your full time in your session.
We have parking located in the back of our Menchaca location and our location in Oak Hill is located in a shopping center with plenty of parking space.
The address of the location you are booked for is attached to your email or text confirmation. PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK YOUR LOCATION BEFORE YOU ARRIVE!
We ask that you text us when you arrive in the parking lot to make sure the lobby is clear for you (check the COVID-19 guidelines).
Preparing for a Sauna Session
Water is recommended before, during, and after Infrared Sauna Sessions.
We provide bottled water for you as well as cool peppermint towels to keep hydrated. We also provide sauna wraps, shoes, and robes for all our sauna clients. No need to worry about proper clothing.
Check with your doctor for injury and sauna usage. You may use the Sauna before or after a workout based on your comfort level and making sure to take into account your hydration levels.
During a Sauna Session
You are free to step out of your sauna session if needed at any time.
We will ask you before the start of your session to visit the restroom in order to get your full time and experience in the sauna. If you need to step out for the restroom we have bathrooms conveniently located near each sauna at both locations (Menchaca and Oak Hill).
We don’t recommend you bring electronics into the sauna for an extended amount of time. We will provide bottled water per each client but we do encourage you to bring extra if needed.
Each sauna has built-in seating and backrests. You will step into the sauna at the beginning of your scheduled time and will be notified of the end of your session by a timer.
We offer showers at both locations if you would like to use one after your session.
After a Session in the Sauna
Clients using infrared for the first time may feel warm and relaxed afterward. Others may experience lightheadedness if you are not hydrated properly.
Some Sauna FAQs
Infrared Saunas aid in pain, weight loss, detox, skin health, cardiovascular health, and more!
At Sage Blossom Massage we have an infrared sauna at each of our locations and we offer sessions ranging from 25 – 45 minutes.
We set temperatures based on client experience and/or if a client requests a higher temperature. For new sauna users temperatures must stay between 118-120F. Please communicate your needs with us at all times!
Medical & Health
Medications: Prescription drug users should seek the advice of their personal physician. Diuretics, barbiturates, and beta-blockers may impair the body’s natural heat loss mechanisms. Some over-the-counter drugs such as antihistamines may also cause the body to be more prone to heat stroke.
Children and the Elderly: Core body temperature regulation is harder to maintain in children and the elderly. Contact your physician before use.
Serious Cardiovascular Conditions: Hyper/hypotension, congestive heart failure, and those taking medications should exercise caution when exposed to prolonged heat.
Alcohol: Alcohol increases the heart rate, which may be further increased by heat stress.
Chronic Conditions Associated with Reduced Ability to Perspire: Parkinson’s, Multiple Sclerosis, Central Nervous System Tumors, and Diabetes with Neuropathy are conditions that are associated with impaired sweating.
Hemophiliacs: Sauna use should be avoided by anyone who is predisposed to bleeding.
Fever: Sauna use should be avoided with fever.
Pregnancy: Fetal damage can occur with a certain elevated body temperature.
Salt Therapy (Halotherapy)
Your First Time
We typically send electronic forms via email for new clients to fill out and we encourage you to do so before your appointment time!
If you prefer to fill out the forms in person, we recommend arriving at least 10 minutes before the start time of your appointment so that you get your full time in your session.
We have parking located in the back of our Menchaca location and our location in Oak Hill is located in a shopping center with plenty of parking space.
The address of the location you are booked for is attached to your email or text confirmation. PLEASE DOUBLE CHECK YOUR LOCATION BEFORE YOU ARRIVE!
We ask that you text us when you arrive in the parking lot to make sure the lobby is clear for you (check the COVID-19 guidelines).
Preparing for a Salt Session
Eating or drinking before a salt session will not affect your experience.
Feel free to wear any type of clothing in the salt room. You may use salt therapy after a workout and can enjoy sessions in the salt room even if you have an injury!
During a Salt Session
You are free to step out of your salt session if needed at any time.
We will ask you before the start of your session to visit the restroom in order to get your full time and experience in the salt room. If you need to step out for the restroom at any time you can.
We don’t recommend you bring any electronics or personal belongings into the salt room because of how the salt can land. We provide lockers for you to store your belongings if needed and we offer bottled water upon request.
During a salt session you are provided with chairs and blankets set up so that you can relax and enjoy!
After a Session in the Salt Room
You may experience your sinuses open up and nasal drip.
Some Salt Therapy FAQs
Salt Therapy has been proven to help lung, sinus congestion, skin health, immunity, and more!
At Sage Blossom Massage, our salt therapy sessions are 30 minutes long and take place in our Himalayan Salt Therapy Room at our Oak Hill location.
Crushed medical grade salt is sent through the Halogenorater for you to breathe in. The temperature inside the salt room is cool and you are provided blankets for more comfort.
Medical & Health
- Infections associated with a fever
- Contagious diseases
- Respiratory system cancers
- Tuberculosis
- Cardiac disease patients
- Severe hypertension
