Massage Questions & Answers:


Please arrive at least 5-10 minutes before your scheduled appointment to complete a medical history form and receive a skin/body consultation, so we may be able to customize a program to best suit your requirements.

What we recommend:

  • Arrive according to the times above to make sure you get your full time on the table. Arriving late can cause you to lose paid service time.
  • Drink lots of water after your massage. This will help relieve any soreness and assist in flushing toxins out of the muscles.
  • Please go to a Chiropractor or your Doctor first if you are in serious pain.


    What do I do BEFORE a Massage?
    Please inform your therapist if you have any injuries or pain that they should know about. Therapists are not physicians, please always consult your doctor about any questions you you may have about pain in your body or about getting massage services. You will fill out a form to let the therapist know about any issues they need to be prepared for to avoid injuries.

    What do I do DURING a Massage?
    We encourage you to communicate to your therapist about how the massage is going. For example, please let your therapist know if the pressure is sufficient. All of our therapists are Licensed, please trust that they have been trained to know what can and can not be provided in their licensed training for effective results. If you're not satisfied with the massage or therapist, you have the right to terminate the appointment. Similarly, the therapist may terminate the session if he or she is uncomfortable. Sexually inappropriate comments or contact WILL NOT be tolerated.

    What do I do AFTER a Massage?
    If you have enjoyed the massage, be sure to let your therapist know. It's helpful to the therapist to know what you liked and disliked so that they can ensure a repeat of things you liked when you revisit. We can make notes from your comments on your form to ensure that we know what you are looking for in your treatment. Therapists will receive a tip from your payment total, you do not need to add an additional tip to your payment to give to the therapist.
    At the end of all your services you can wait in the "Green Room" to enjoy complimentary refreshments & snacks before changing to go home.
    We have a showering service ONLY for clients receiving Body Treatment Services.

    Can I leave my Massage Therapist a tip?
    All the Therapists at Sycamore Day Spa will receive a 15% tip from your payment total, you do not need to add an additional tip to your payment to give to the therapist. If you feel that you want to leave more than the 15% we have in our prices, it is up to you.

    I am Pregnant, Can I get a Massage?
    Please consult your doctor before receiving any type of Massage, Facial, Nail Care or Body Treatment Service if you are pregnant. Absolutely! We provide specifically designed massage services to help ease the tension of pregnancy. We recommend Massage services between the 25-40 and on week period of the pregnancy. We have special pillows and oversized robes for your comfort!

    Can my child get a Massage?
    Please consult your doctor before receiving any type of Massage, Facial, Nail Care or Body Treatment on your child. We will provide Massage services to children 14 and up. A parent or guardian must be in the room with the therapist and the child during the entire service if the child is 14-16 years of age. A parental consent form must be signed by a parent if the child is under 18 years of age in order to receive services at Sycamore Day Spa.

    Do you Serve Alcohol?
    No, we do not serve alcohol at Sycamore Day Spa. We also do not recommend consuming alcohol prior to or following a massage since most of our body treatments promote circulation and detoxification.


HERE ARE A FEW OF THE BENEFITS OF MASSAGE

Massage activates sensory receptors and can soothe the nervous system.

Massage can decrease pain through the release of endorphins or by increasing circulation to the tissue.

Massage stretches and broadens tissue.

Massage stimulates parasympathetic nervous system which promotes relaxation and decreases insomnia.

Massage increases dopamine and serotonin levels which suggests a decrease in stress level and depression.

Massage improves circulation to the lymphatic system which helps remove waste and bacteria from the system.

Massage increases natural killer cells which suggest an increase in immunity.

Massage can help relieve constipation, colic, and intestinal gas.

Massage stimulates the release of digestive juices thus aids in digestion.

Massage promotes the excretion of metabolic waste. (This is why everyone tells you to drink lots of water after a massage.)

Massage relieves muscular tightness, stiffness and spasms.

Massage increases blood circulation and increases oxygen absorption in the muscles which increases healing.

Massage flattens out adipose and makes the skin appear smoother and reduces cellulite.

Massage can reduce scar tissue and get rid of adhesions.

Massage improves the condition texture and tone of the skin through increased release of sebum production in the sebaceous glands of the skin.

As long as your doctor permits, get massages regularly! You WILL notice a difference from regular massage!