Everything You Need to Know Before You Book
First Time Getting a Massage? Start Here.
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I understand that trying something new can feel intimidating. This guide answers the most common questions so you can feel completely at ease.
What are the Benefits of Massage?
According to the Mayo Clinic, studies show that massage is an effective treatment for reducing stress and pain, as well as relieve muscle tension. Massage has also been proven to help heal injured muscles and speed recovery.
Specifically, massage therapy can help with:
-Sports injuries
-Anxiety
-Digestive disorders
-Fibromyalgia
-Headaches
-Insomnia related to stress
-Myofascial pain syndrome
-Soft tissue strains or injuries
How Often Should You Get a Massage?
You should get a massage every 4-6 weeks for stress relief, a basic body tune-up, or to treat yourself.
The frequency depends on your budget and needs, along with how you use your body. For example, massages for injury or chronic pain are typically scheduled more frequently, usually weekly or bimonthly.
How Much is a Massage in Pretoria and surrounding areas?
| Calm Therapies Massage Menu | Time | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Signature Massage (Swedish) | 45-60 Minutes | R750 |
| Manual Lymphatic Drainage | 60-90 Minutes | R1800 |
| Remedial Sports Massage | 45-90 Minutes | R650 |
| Pregnancy Massage | 45-90 Minutes | R550 |
| Couples Massage | 45-75 Minutes | R1500 |
| Balinese Head, Neck and Back | 30 Minutes | R450 |
Massage upgrades like foot reflexology and scalp massage cost extra.
What is a Full Body Massage?
A full-body massage includes your arms, legs, hands and feet, neck and scalp, back and glutes. It might also include your face, pecs, and stomach depending on the issues you’re trying to address during your treatment.
What is a Licensed Massage Therapist?
Massage therapists go to school to learn how to manipulate the soft-tissue muscles of the body to relieve soreness, improve circulation, rehabilitate injuries, reduce stress and increase relaxation.
Massage therapy programs require between 6-12 months of classroom study and hands-on practice.
What Should I Wear during a Full-Body Massage?
What you wear is completely up to you. During a massage, many spa guests choose to undress completely, while some choose to leave on their underwear.
Before your massage, your massage therapist will exit the room for you to undress and get comfortable under the covers on the massage table. During your treatment, your massage therapist will use a draping technique with the sheet to cover your body, except for the body part being worked on.
Minors Policy:
Guests under the age of 17 are required to wear a bathing suit or undergarments while receiving a massage.
Will I Be Sore after My Massage?
Massage therapy releases lactic acid from the muscles, which can cause a little temporary muscle soreness. The lactic acid crystallizes in your muscles after being worked out.
That’s why it is important to drink plenty of water following a massage. You need to help hydrate the tissue and flush the toxins that are being released in your body.
What is the difference between Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage?
The main difference between Swedish massage and deep tissue massage is the amount of pressure used by your massage therapist.
Deep tissue massage uses more pressure than Swedish massage. It’s such a common question that we wrote a whole blog post about it: “What’s the Difference Between Swedish Massage And Deep Tissue Massage?“
Do You Offer Massage Memberships or Packages?
Plan your relaxation in advance and save with Viva’s Massage Series pricing. It’s our version of a massage membership.
Buy 4 Massages, Get a 5th Free
Purchase a series of five (5) massages in advance and get your 6th massage free. Available for the following techniques: Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, remedial sports massage, or prenatal massage.
Contact us to get your quote.
Can massage help with stress and anxiety?
Absolutely. Massage helps calm the nervous system, reduce tension, and improve overall mental well-being.