How often is it recommened to get massages?

Massage Categories for Clients

When clients come in for a massage, they typically fall into one of two categories:

1. LET’S CONTINUE FEELING GOOD:
   General Maintenance

   For general maintenance of one’s health and wellbeing, think of it as you would servicing your car or getting your teeth cleaned. It’s best to address any issues before they become serious. With your body, you can't simply swap out parts, so regular maintenance is key. It's generally recommended to schedule a massage at least every 6 months, though individuals who place heavy demands on their bodies may benefit from sessions every 1-3 months.

2. THE SCARY STUFF:
   The Management of Injury or Stress

   When it comes to managing injury or stress, the frequency of massage sessions increases. Massage can help alleviate symptoms as we work together to help your body heal and recover. This process takes time as we observe and understand patterns to address underlying issues. In healthcare, clients are often referred to as patients due to the patience required to uncover and treat root causes. Aiming to get one back on track to a general maintenance frequency that suits you.
   
   There are a lot of little details that plays into giving you confidence in your journey a better you.
   

Here Treatment Scheduling Guidelines

• Acute Phase of Injury:

  Week 0-1 of an injury.

  • Recommendation: Rebook for the following week to ease symptoms and receive guidance on managing day-to-day life.

• Recovery Phase:

  Week 1-8 of an injury.

  • Recommendation: Rebook for the following week or the week after to optimize healing and accommodate increased demands on your body.

• Return to Activity/Sport:

  Week 4-16 of an injury.

  • Recommendation: Rebook every 2-4 weeks to gradually ease symptoms and improve management over time. There are a lot of little details to look at during this period.

• Management of Insidious Injury:

  • Recommendation: Rebook every 2-3 weeks until resolved for injuries stemming from multiple factors rather than a single event.

• Maintenance of Chronic Condition:

  • Recommendation: Initially, schedule weekly sessions until progress allows extension to every 6-8 weeks, depending on the condition.

• Maintenance for Increased Workload or Activity:

  • Recommendation: Consider weekly sessions or bi-weekly appointments until the demanding season or workload passes.

• Improved Sleep and Self-Care during Stressful Times:

  • Recommendation: Rebook for the next week or fortnight until the stressful season diminishes for enhanced sleep and self-care management.Summary

Clients visiting for massage are either seeking general maintenance for their overall well-being or require sessions to manage specific injuries or stressors. The recommended frequency of massage varies depending on the purpose, with more intensive schedules for injury management and tailored approaches to address individual needs. Remember, prioritizing regular massage sessions can contribute significantly to your overall health and quality of life.