Jen Raimondi, LMT

compassionate, therapeutic massage

Jen Raimondi, LMT
Providence, RI
ph: 401.837.6204

your session

"Make time bend to your will." - Maureen Bish, Scherer Institute of Natural Healing

before your massage

Eat lightly, if at all. Shower if you feel you should; remove make-up if you can. Please turn off your cell phone.

Consult your physician or health care professional if you have a condition (such as osteoporosis, heart or circulatory problems, diabetes, or cancer) that may require caution in regards to receiving bodywork. Massage is not recommended for those with fever, acute infection, skin eruptions, pitting edema, or untreated high blood pressure.

A parent or guardian is required to sign a release for clients younger than 18.

during your massage

Your massage happens in a warm, peaceful, private room. After we talk about how your body is doing and what type of massage you prefer, I’ll leave the room so that you may remove your garments, according to your comfort level. Do remove your jewelry and your watch. You’ll get cozy under the blanket and sheets on the warm massage table.

During the massage, you will always be covered with the sheet, except for the area being worked on. I’ll use oil and lotion to reduce friction on your skin–and because it feels luxurious.

Remember that you can tell me at any time if anything is uncomfortable, or if you’d like more or less pressure.

Breathe.

after your massage

Be sure to drink lots of water! Massage can release toxins (biochemical or emotional) from tissues. Drinking water helps flush these from the body.

Give yourself some peaceful, quiet time after the massage.

You may feel achy or sore later that day. Some people find that the positive effects of a massage unfold in the body over a few days. Rest. After deep tissue work, you may want to ice areas that were deeply worked.

Your digestive system may be awakened. This is a good thing! When your body is stressed, your digestion pauses its activity – you are in the “fight or flight” mode. Resumption of digestion is a sign of a return to your relaxed state.

Come on back! The benefits of bodywork are cumulative. The more often you receive a massage, the better you will feel, and the faster your body will respond to the treatment. Massage for chronic pain or injury recovery works best if it’s given in a series of sessions.

Give someone else a massage! Human touch deeply benefits the physical and emotional body. Bring the gift of well-being to those you love. Even a simple foot massage or shoulder rub can make someone’s day. You can do it.

If you have any questions or concerns, just give me a call. I’ll do my best to provide the information you need.

disclaimer

As a massage therapist, I am not able or authorized to diagnose any condition, to prescribe medications or food supplements, or to perform any treatment outside of my training as a massage therapist. Any suggested further treatments or activities (such as visiting an acupuncturist, or stretching at home) are undertaken on your own, at your own risk, and I am not liable for the results of such activities.

I practice at Sundance Therapies, East Greenwich RI, and at Balanced Touch Massage, Providence RI. Call 401.837.6204 for an appointment!

Nationally certified, Rhode Island licensed, insured.