To prepare for a massage therapy session, you should relax and drink lots of water. You will also want to wear comfortable clothing that is not too tight. This way, your therapist can treat the areas that need it. Avoid eating a lot of food before your session. Otherwise, you may feel uncomfortable or sleepy during the massage. Make sure to talk to your therapist before your massage session starts so you can get what you want out of it.
The choice of clothing for massage therapy depends on personal comfort and the type of massage you’re receiving. Here are some guidelines to consider:
Yes, it is usually necessary to make an appointment for massage therapy. We operate on a schedule and appointment-based system, so booking in advance ensures you can get the date, time, and therapist that you prefer. It’s best to call or check online for scheduling and availability and to arrive on time for your appointment to ensure an entire session.
Yes! we offer direct billing to all our customers, and offer several billing options through various insurance providers and WCB.
When deciding how frequently you should get a massage, it all boils down to what your body needs. If you’re dealing with pain or an injury, then more frequent visits could prove beneficial; however, if relaxation is the only aim here, less frequent appointments may be suitable for your situation. Give us a call today and we’ll answer any other questions that come up!
At Human Integrated Performance, we offer massages that help with deep tissues, cupping for myofascial tissues, relaxation, and sports massage.
The average massage therapy session is 30 minutes to 1 hour long. But the therapist can make it shorter or longer, depending on what kind of massage you want and how long you want it. For example, if you want a deep tissue massage, it may be more than 1 hour. If you just want to relax, it may be only 30 minutes. It is best to talk with your massage therapist before the massage. This way you can figure out how long the massage should be.
All of our massage therapists must be registered with Alberta’s governed massage therapy organization.
Yes, if you have a favourite massage therapist, you can usually ask for them when you make an appointment. It is best to call ahead of time and book an appointment with the specific therapist you want. This ensures that they will be available when you need them.
Yes, there is parking at the Human Integrated Performance performance facility for massage therapy clients. We have free 2-hour parking at ground level and underground. Additionally, our professional staff can help you with directions or any other questions you may have.
The price of a massage depends on the length of the appointment needed. At Human Integrated Performace our prices are: 30 min: $70
45 min: $85
60 min: $100
75min: $120
90 min $145
120 min: $175
Some side effects can happen when you get a massage. Usually, people feel sore, bruised, or tired afterward. But sometimes people faint, feel dizzy or have pain where they were massaged. If any of these things happen during your massage, stop the massage and tell your massage therapist right away.
