Frequently Asked Questions
Why do you use a health questionnaire?
The health questionnaire is designed to give the practitioner basic health information about you and that information will be used to guide the treatment, information is held and treated in strictest confidence. For example if you have high blood pressure then certain oils would be avoided because of their stimulating effect. If you have had an injury or operation then the massage will be tailored so as not to impair any healing that is taking place.
I had an operation last month, can I be massaged?
This will depend on the nature of the surgery. If you have had surgery in the last 3 months we would ask you to check with your GP that s/he is happy for you to be massaged. Massage can help with water retention and swelling after surgery as it aids lymphatic drainage - but you will need your GP to advise when it is safe for you.
I am diabetic, can I be massaged?
Yes. Raynor Massage can have an effect on your blood sugar levels so we would ask that you bring your blood test kit with you. You will be asked to test your blood sugar levels before treatment, mid-treatment and again at the end of your treatment.
I have cancer, can I be massaged?
Having an active cancer is usually seen as a contraindication to having a massage, although expert opinion differs in whether it is appropriate or not. If you have cancer please seek your GPs advice, with a GP consent letter and your consent I will massage you after we have discussed the different sides to the arguements.
I have been battling depression, can Raynor massage help?
Yes, Raynor Massage is effective at helping to over come depression, the abdominal massage helps to get rid of deep set tension and this can include releasing you from experiences and hurts that may have led to your depression. When your chi, your life energy, flows freely then you feel more empowered and energised - Raynor massage can be an important part of your journey towards recovery. Don't be nervous of the idea of an emotional release, your practitioner is experienced at guilding people through this.
My child has ears blocked with wax but might be nervous with a candling treatment - what can I do?
For any treatments on clients under the age of 16, a parent or guardian should be present so you will be there to reassure throughout the treatment. Your child can bring their favourite music or even a dvd to watch while the treatment takes place. It is a painless and pleasant treatment and has safely been used as an alternative to syringing for many years.
My religion means that I should not expose my body, can I still receive a full Raynor Massage?
Yes, Raynor Massage can be given through loose clothing.
I suffer from panic attacks and am very anxious, what if that happens during a treatment?
Raynor Massage is excellent at reducing anxiety as it releases the muscular tension that contributes to anxiety and panic attacks. The therapist is experienced in dealing with anxiety and panic attacks and will guide you through the treatment so that you can learn to relax and experience anxiety free time.
I have been battling addictions - could this help?
Yes. If you have been using recreational drugs, drinking or smoking heavily or become addicted to prescription medication then your mind has learnt to associate relaxation with these activities. Weaning yourself off that drug can leave your body incredibly tense and your mind anxious that you will not be able to cope without the drug. Some drug dependency, especially heroin, can leave people feeling worthless and depressed, and often now having to face the issues that led them to use in the first place.
If you are coming off drug dependency, be that alcohol, tobacco, prescription or harder drugs, we would recommend the full body* treatment rather than the shorter treatments. This will allow you to experience being tension and anxiety free without the drug and will help release some of the tension built up in your body that has been masked by the drug over the time you have been using. You are likely to need a series of treatments and your sense of well-being and being back in charge of your body will grow with each treatment.
Do you do "special massages" or "extras"?
No - wrong kind of massage! Raynor Massage is a professional, therapeutic massage designed to find and release muscular tension. For any other tension - you need to find a different service! All of our massages exclude all private areas of the body.
* Please note - full body massage excludes all private areas of the body.
