"If you are changing the oil in your car more often than you are getting
THERAPEUTIC MASSAGE you are prioritizing the wrong vehicle."
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
$80 per hour
No Mask. No Service.
Credit Card Payments Only.
Reschedule if you or someone in your home has a fever, shortness of breath, fatigue, cough, loss of taste or red swollen toes. See also Covid Information.
IT IS OKAY TO BE COMFORTABLE
All Gain With NO Pain. Meet your goals while still enjoying your massage session.
Integrated techniques is the key to relief, results and lasting recover. Find out more HERE.
IMPORTANT
A sweet cat lives here.
There is no public bathroom.
It is illegal to massage anyone who is intoxicated.
Persons under the age of 18 must have guardian’s written release.
Request for sexual services, whether "Joking", implied or overt, is a crime and will be reported.
It is important to be honest with your therapist about your health conditions especially if you are taking blood thinners, blood pressure medications, radiation, topical hormones or chemotherapy.
Massage can increase the symptoms of cold, flu or rash and is especially dangerous if infected with Covid because of blood clots.
WHERE TO PARK AND TURN AROUND
Park behind the red Smart car at 12 Railroad Avenue, Kinderhook (by the "Old Agway")
The U-Turn is down the hill at the DPW; just 2 doors past my office.
Tap for MAP.
WHAT TO WEAR OR NOT TO WEAR
Wear thin fabrics (pajama bottoms, bike shorts, yoga pants, tanktop), your birthday suit or a (2-piece) bathing suit.
Keep in mind the muscles that need to be accessed when you are choosing your attire.
Put long hair in a top knot and remove jewelry for best results.
NYS requires draping at all times.
AN ACHE IS NOT A PAIN
When describing your body experience before, during and after your session, please keep in mind that an ache is not the same as a pain. An ache is discomfort that makes you aware that something is wrong. It may even be QUITE uncomfortable but still be an ache. A pain is more severe as it causes reflexive recoil, a sharp intake of breath or holding of the breath. During your massage, it is natural to feel discomfort as we attempt to change unwanted muscle conditions. We can work together to avoid pain during your session and still get the desired results. See also AFTER CARE.
MY DOCTOR HAS NOT CLEARED ME FOR MASSAGE BUT IT HURTS SO MUCH!
If you just had an injury (break, tear, swelling, surgery), and want some relief, call to schedule a hands-free Life Force Healing session. It works! You can read in the reviews how a 30-minute session increased range of motion and relieved pain of a woman with torn rotator cuff.
FAQ Videos
Is Deep Tissue Necessary?
What is Vibratory Healing?
When should I seek therapeutic massage?
What does "draped" mean?
You do deep tissue AND gentle techniques?
How do your clients rate the services?
What are you thinking?
What are meridians:?
What is fascia? And why should I care?
HOMEWORK
I may suggest movements, postural changes or stretches. Massage is a great way to recover but you will see greater benefits if you don't undo all my nifty work in the time between. Any homework I suggest generally can be completed in 2 minutes either laying in bed, staring at your computer or waiting for your coffee to brew. For best results, purchase my book while you are here. It is a $10 investment in your long-term well-being.
AFTER-CARE
Increased intake of water after therapeutic massage is highly recommended (avoid alcohol and caffeine because they are dehydrating). Dehydration can increase the soreness that generally follows therapeutic massage. It is normal for the addressed muscles to feel a little sore, achy or uncomfortable the next day just as they would after a gym workout. Take a hot shower, an Epsom soak, an Acetaminophen or do the stretches I recommended. This will pass and the full benefit of the therapy will be apparent.
WHY AM I NOT MIRACULOUSLY CURED AFTER ONE MASSAGE?
You will feel better after one massage but unless this is very recent issue then troubles have generally been building up for a long time, undetected, and many muscle groups have gotten involved. Sometimes one session is enough to ensure the problem does not return. Sometimes it takes a couple of sessions close together to make the changes "stick".
If you have been living with this for a long time, a series of sessions in addition to homework may be necessary to re-educate the muscles fully. Muscles form habits and these habits are what are causing your pain. Re-education means breaking those habitual patterns and creating a new paradigm.
Think of it this way, if your car is late with routine maintenance, and you've been ignoring the squeal when applying the brakes, you will expect that what started out as the need for new brake pads is now also new rotors and the caliper is locked up. You are not surprised that the repairs take longer, right? And if your car has lots of mileage, routine maintenance becomes increasingly essential, as more things will be in need of repair. It is the same with a body which has a few extra miles on it.
DAG! I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS CRAP CAME BACK AGAIN
If symptoms return, please take a moment to note the day and what you were doing at the time.
Examples: 4 days later after a really long car ride, 2 weeks later first thing in the morning, 1 month later during finals week. This helps develop an effective care plan for your next session, exercises, stretches and postural correction.
TAKE CARE OF YOUR BODY BETTERRRR THAN YOUR CAR
Once your goal has been reached, you may want to consider a maintenance plan. Just like with a car, routine maintenance prevents troubles that can lead to a break down. If you have an older "vehicle", regular care is even more essential to keep it running well.
MEDICARE FOLKS CAN GET REIMBURSED
Therapeutic massage furnished by a state licensed professional, ordered by a physician or medical professional, is part of the non-opiod pain management options accepted by the Medicare Advantage program. See Medicare Managed Care Manual, Chapter 4 - Benefits and Beneficiary Protections or call your Medicare office for more information. My office does not accept Medicare as payment but I will provide you with a receipt for reimbursement if requested.
No Mask. No Service.
Credit Card Payments Only.
Reschedule if you or someone in your home has a fever, shortness of breath, fatigue, cough, loss of taste or red swollen toes. See also Covid Information.
IT IS OKAY TO BE COMFORTABLE
All Gain With NO Pain. Meet your goals while still enjoying your massage session.
Integrated techniques is the key to relief, results and lasting recover. Find out more HERE.
IMPORTANT
A sweet cat lives here.
There is no public bathroom.
It is illegal to massage anyone who is intoxicated.
Persons under the age of 18 must have guardian’s written release.
Request for sexual services, whether "Joking", implied or overt, is a crime and will be reported.
It is important to be honest with your therapist about your health conditions especially if you are taking blood thinners, blood pressure medications, radiation, topical hormones or chemotherapy.
Massage can increase the symptoms of cold, flu or rash and is especially dangerous if infected with Covid because of blood clots.
WHERE TO PARK AND TURN AROUND
Park behind the red Smart car at 12 Railroad Avenue, Kinderhook (by the "Old Agway")
The U-Turn is down the hill at the DPW; just 2 doors past my office.
Tap for MAP.
WHAT TO WEAR OR NOT TO WEAR
Wear thin fabrics (pajama bottoms, bike shorts, yoga pants, tanktop), your birthday suit or a (2-piece) bathing suit.
Keep in mind the muscles that need to be accessed when you are choosing your attire.
Put long hair in a top knot and remove jewelry for best results.
NYS requires draping at all times.
AN ACHE IS NOT A PAIN
When describing your body experience before, during and after your session, please keep in mind that an ache is not the same as a pain. An ache is discomfort that makes you aware that something is wrong. It may even be QUITE uncomfortable but still be an ache. A pain is more severe as it causes reflexive recoil, a sharp intake of breath or holding of the breath. During your massage, it is natural to feel discomfort as we attempt to change unwanted muscle conditions. We can work together to avoid pain during your session and still get the desired results. See also AFTER CARE.
MY DOCTOR HAS NOT CLEARED ME FOR MASSAGE BUT IT HURTS SO MUCH!
If you just had an injury (break, tear, swelling, surgery), and want some relief, call to schedule a hands-free Life Force Healing session. It works! You can read in the reviews how a 30-minute session increased range of motion and relieved pain of a woman with torn rotator cuff.
FAQ Videos
Is Deep Tissue Necessary?
What is Vibratory Healing?
When should I seek therapeutic massage?
What does "draped" mean?
You do deep tissue AND gentle techniques?
How do your clients rate the services?
What are you thinking?
What are meridians:?
What is fascia? And why should I care?
HOMEWORK
I may suggest movements, postural changes or stretches. Massage is a great way to recover but you will see greater benefits if you don't undo all my nifty work in the time between. Any homework I suggest generally can be completed in 2 minutes either laying in bed, staring at your computer or waiting for your coffee to brew. For best results, purchase my book while you are here. It is a $10 investment in your long-term well-being.
AFTER-CARE
Increased intake of water after therapeutic massage is highly recommended (avoid alcohol and caffeine because they are dehydrating). Dehydration can increase the soreness that generally follows therapeutic massage. It is normal for the addressed muscles to feel a little sore, achy or uncomfortable the next day just as they would after a gym workout. Take a hot shower, an Epsom soak, an Acetaminophen or do the stretches I recommended. This will pass and the full benefit of the therapy will be apparent.
WHY AM I NOT MIRACULOUSLY CURED AFTER ONE MASSAGE?
You will feel better after one massage but unless this is very recent issue then troubles have generally been building up for a long time, undetected, and many muscle groups have gotten involved. Sometimes one session is enough to ensure the problem does not return. Sometimes it takes a couple of sessions close together to make the changes "stick".
If you have been living with this for a long time, a series of sessions in addition to homework may be necessary to re-educate the muscles fully. Muscles form habits and these habits are what are causing your pain. Re-education means breaking those habitual patterns and creating a new paradigm.
Think of it this way, if your car is late with routine maintenance, and you've been ignoring the squeal when applying the brakes, you will expect that what started out as the need for new brake pads is now also new rotors and the caliper is locked up. You are not surprised that the repairs take longer, right? And if your car has lots of mileage, routine maintenance becomes increasingly essential, as more things will be in need of repair. It is the same with a body which has a few extra miles on it.
DAG! I CAN'T BELIEVE THIS CRAP CAME BACK AGAIN
If symptoms return, please take a moment to note the day and what you were doing at the time.
Examples: 4 days later after a really long car ride, 2 weeks later first thing in the morning, 1 month later during finals week. This helps develop an effective care plan for your next session, exercises, stretches and postural correction.
TAKE CARE OF YOUR BODY BETTERRRR THAN YOUR CAR
Once your goal has been reached, you may want to consider a maintenance plan. Just like with a car, routine maintenance prevents troubles that can lead to a break down. If you have an older "vehicle", regular care is even more essential to keep it running well.
MEDICARE FOLKS CAN GET REIMBURSED
Therapeutic massage furnished by a state licensed professional, ordered by a physician or medical professional, is part of the non-opiod pain management options accepted by the Medicare Advantage program. See Medicare Managed Care Manual, Chapter 4 - Benefits and Beneficiary Protections or call your Medicare office for more information. My office does not accept Medicare as payment but I will provide you with a receipt for reimbursement if requested.
THERA-KITTY
Dinah Doodle may grace the office with their presence on occasion.
I am allergic to cats so the office is always quite clean but I will gladly close the cat-door if you prefer. She is not a purely black cat so don't be afraid of her crossing your path.
All my kitties were rescued from Columbia Greene Humane Society. Dinah joined us in January of 2020.
For those who remember them, our beloved Jerry left us in April of 2019 and his brother Bobby followed in April of 2020.
Dinah Doodle may grace the office with their presence on occasion.
I am allergic to cats so the office is always quite clean but I will gladly close the cat-door if you prefer. She is not a purely black cat so don't be afraid of her crossing your path.
All my kitties were rescued from Columbia Greene Humane Society. Dinah joined us in January of 2020.
For those who remember them, our beloved Jerry left us in April of 2019 and his brother Bobby followed in April of 2020.
