Seated Chair Massage - everything you need to know about seated chair massage

Do you offer a free seated chair massage trial?

Yes absolutely! We believe in our service and are willing to provide up to ten free 15 minute seated chair massages so staff can experience our massage. A survey is conducted and presented to management so they can determine the level of interest. Where will the chair massage be performed?

We usually set up in a meeting room, boardroom or spare office. If these aren’t available any quiet area that doesn’t receive too much traffic will do.

Will I need to undress during my seated chair massage?

No all seated chair massage is performed through clothing without the use of oils. If you are wearing a coat you may want to take this off and you can loosen your tie.

Do I need to provide anything or do anything during my massage?

All equipment and materials are provided. All you need to do is make sure you let us know if the pressure is too hard or soft. Closing your eyes aids in the relaxation process and is recommended. Otherwise just relax and enjoy your time out.

How long will my seated chair massage be?

You can choose between a 15 minute or 30 minute session

What kind of massage will I receive?

At the start of your massage your therapist will ask if you have any problem areas. If so they will concentrate their attention on the areas that most require it. The massage is comprised of moves from different massage modalities. These include shiatsu, Swedish, Ka Huna and trigger point. Chair massage is designed to work on the areas most affected by constantly sitting, talking on the phone and keyboarding. Pressure is firm, but will be adjusted to your needs.

What do I do if the pressure is too hard or soft?

Your therapist will ask if you have a preference in terms of pressure before they begin the massage. They will also ask you at different points during the massage how the pressure is. If you need more or less pressure PLEASE state your needs at the time. Many people feel uncomfortable doing this, but the therapist will not take offence if you ask for more or less pressure. It is your massage after all and everybody is different.

It is my first time having a seated chair massage and I don’t know what kind of pressure I want or where my problem areas are. What do I do?

Fanatastic, it is our pleasure and privilege to provide you with your first office massage experience! Simply let the therapist know that this is your first massage and they will explain everything in detail and make sure that they find out exactly what kind of pressure you like. When clients are having a massage for the first time we start off with medium pressure and then adjust according to the clients wishes. Remember that the more massage you have the more benefits you will derive.

Why should I have a massage on a regular basis?

Do you sit and slouch at your desk regularly? Do you get stressed at least once a day? Do you ever experience headaches, mental fogginess or difficulty making decisions? Do you work through your lunch break, rush around meeting deadlines and often experience overload or overwhelm? Do you stare at a computer for hours, talk on the telephone and type? Or quite possibly do you experience some or all of the above everyday?

The effects of massage are both immediate and cumulative. This means that even a 15 minute massage can slow down brain activity allowing for increased concentration, greater mental clarity and speed, improved productivity, a generally more peaceful and happier disposition. Regular massage allows for some time to slow down and to reconnect with yourself, and often solutions to problems simply pop into your head when you finally relax. The effects of massage increase over time and massage should be seen as part of health maintenance not as a luxury. Having a massage regularly means that muscle tension is kept under control. Regular chair massage can identify potential problem areas early and if action is taken this can save you and your employer time, money and pain.

Do I have to talk?

Only at the beginning where the therapist will ask you some general health questions after this it is totally up to you if you wish to talk during the massage. The therapist will let you instigate conversation if that is your desire. Some people like to chat, others don’t, so we let our clients start the conversation to ensure we don’t encroach on your time out.

Do you provide health fund rebates?

Not at this point in time, although this may be introduced in the future.

Can I have a massage if I am on medication?

This depends on the kind of medication.Usually there should be no problem with having chair massage whilst on medication, however you must inform the therapist that you are taking medication. Some medications can affect your blood pressure causing it to slow down and we need to be informed if this is the case.

Are there any negative side effects of massage?

Dizziness and fainting

Whilst rare, massage can occasionally trigger a drop in blood pressure. If this happens whilst having seated chair massage you can experience feelings of nausea and light headedness sometimes accompanied with a change in body temperature and sweating. This usually occurs in conjunction with other situations such as when a person has or is recovering from a cold or virus, they have not eaten, they are taking medication that slows down blood pressure, or they have low blood pressure. If this occurs then please let the therapist know immediately.

Lethargy, headaches and sleepiness

Other side effects such as lethargy, headaches or sleepiness can be experienced. Massage can stimulate the release of toxins into the system and these toxins will be released by the elimination systems of the body. Any drowsiness will pass in a short period of time. It is recommended that you drink some water after each massage session as water is essential to the elimination and healing process. Once these symptoms have passed clients often experience increased energy and mental clarity. If you ever experience discomfort after a massage even if it passes be sure to talk to the therapist about it at your next session.

Will I be able to have a seated chair massage if I have an illness or injury?

This is dependent on the type of illness or injury. All clients are screened for health problems or issues before massage is given and this is the time to discuss these issues with the therapist. Some health conditions will require written approval from your specialist or GP. Everything discussed with the therapist is kept in the strictest confidence.

What happens if my health situation changes?

It is the responsibility of the client to let the therapist know if there are any changes to their health. You need to discuss your new circumstances with your therapist as soon as possible.

Can seated chair massage heal my illness or injury?

The healing power of massage has been well documented in many studies. Massage in any form whether it be delivered on a table or via the chair is beneficial. However massage therapists vary in their training and the modalities they train in and are not medical professionals. Chair massage is designed primarily for relaxation, and the release of muscle tension in the major areas. Therapists will encourage you to seek more intense treatment if needed and may be able to recommend therapists in different modalities dependent upon your needs.

Will my therapist be qualified?

We only accept therapists that have qualifications in massage. There are various forms of massage such as Swedish, shiatsu, therapeutic, remedial, thai, and ka huna. Therapists are also trained in chair massage by us. All therapists have public liability and professional indemnity insurance.

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