FAQ's

Q:  What types of massage do you do?

A:  I have trained in a wide variety of modalities, including:

Deep tissue                           Cranial-sacral (not certified)                                         
Sports massage                     Injury rehabilitation
Trigger Point                         Orthobionomy
Swedish                                Chair Massage
Reflexology                           Pregnancy massage

and lesser training in:  shiatsu,  jin shin jyutsu and polarity

My bodywork instincts allow me to combine different modalities to tailor sessions to individuals.  Some clients respond better to subtle energy work-- energy balancing and unwinding, while others are suited to physically deeper muscle work.

THIS IS WHY I CALL MY PRACTICE  "WHERE EAST MEETS WEST."

Q:  How often should I receive massage?

A:  People vary on their intervals.  Some have a session every week, especially if they have an acute problem they are trying to address, or come for maintaining their health and vitality.  In times of high stress, it is good to remember to take care of yourself this way.

Others come every two weeks, every three weeks or once a month.  I and my clients have learned over the years that, if you're trying to INCREASE your level of functioning, once a month may not be enough. 

Think of it as peeling the layers away from an onion.  If you have a muscular issue that's been nagging you for months or even years, the cumulative effects of massage therapy don't get a chance to take hold if sessions are weeks apart.  I always tell folks, if you really want to work on a particular problem, I'd rather see someone once or even twice a week for a short span of time, rather than the same number of times spread out over months.  You won't see the same positive effect the latter way.

Our bodies have muscle and emotional memory.  We learn to hold ourselves in particular patterns.  Regular massage helps re-educate our brains AND our bodies to establish healthy patterns.


Q:  What is a Patient Navigator?

Patient Navigators are an emerging field in health care, as the Health Care Reform Act works to create a paradigm shift to foster prevention and healthy living, as well as reduce hospital re-admissions.  I am trained in motivational interviewing techniques, behavior modification and active listening.  First, I can help you identify your beliefs around health and healing.  Next, we can work together to identify your needs for achieving or maintaining your own personal health goals.  Health issues can be overwhelming.  Thus, I assist you in creating achievable goals to help you on your path.

I can direct you to appropriate resources--including the gamut of community-based services, emotional and/or spiritual support and other complementary/alternative therapies.  I will work with you if you need research to understand your diagnosis or ways to self-manage symptoms.  I can help you better communicate with your care team to achieve true patient-centered care.

My mission is to work with you to create and/or sustain the various components of health, so that you can lead the vibrant, conscious life you want.

Q:  What is a Certified Senior Advisor® ?

Learn more about my being a Certified Senior Advisor (CSA) at:
http://www.csa.us 


Q:  What sort of lotions or oils do you use? 

A:  I do not use massage oil, but a hypo-allergenic, non-scented herb-based lotion designed to allow me to do deep-tissue or swedish work and anything in between! 

While I do not do much aromatherapy, I do have a select few oils that I might feel are beneficial at a particular time.  I will ask you about an oil before ever using one.
 




707.322.6540 
eleanor@east-west-massage.com