Ripple Massage And
Day Spa Services

Do I Need To Bring Anything To My Massage?

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Just yourself, as professional massage therapist we supply all that is required.

We bring a comfortable massage table, fluffy towels, aromatic oils, face masks, foot soaks, body scrubs, music and everything we need to make you feel awesome. All you need to do is relax.

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Please ensure your room is nice and warm for you for the day if it is chilly, and also that we have access to hot water and a power point. Otherwise, we are well experienced to set up the room for your spa treatments.

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Please note that due to OHS for our therapists, we don't carry our heavy equipment or tables up internal staircases. We will set up on the ground floor of your accommodation, Airbnb or home. Thanks for your understanding.

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Do I Have To Wear Underwear During My Massage?

​We prefer that you do thanks. We ask that you take your bra off though to ensure we don't get oil on it and to give you a better massage. You will be covered at all times and your privacy will be respected by our therapists.​

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What Sort Of Massage Draping Do You Do?

As professional massage therapist we usually follow a protocol about draping, that is covering our clients with towels or sheets.

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We keep all areas covered that are not being massaged

What Is The Difference Between A Massage Therapist And A Masseuse?​

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With such a lot of misunderstanding about massage service and adult services, we prefer the term massage therapist.

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A professional massage therapist has completed a lot of training to be able to offer clients a well-planned massage with ongoing treatment plans. All of our therapists are qualified to Diploma Of Remedial Massage.

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The term masseuse is often used by those who offer adult services.

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We are not sex workers, we do not offer these services. Please do not ask for these or any of the euphemisms used for these. Thanks

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Do I Have To Take My Clothes Off For My Massage?

It is much easier and more beneficial for you if you do down to your underwear.

But if you are uncomfortable, we can massage you fully clothed. The massage is about you and what is going to make you happy.

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We fully understand that you may not be comfortable being naked in front of a stranger.

However, your therapist treats many clients, and we see the body as a whole that requires our professional treatment​.

We do give you privacy as you undress and get onto the table. Our main concern is that you are comfortable and relaxed and enjoy your massage.

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If you like, you are able to preorder robes from us that make it easier and more comfortable for you, before and after your massage. Please ask on booking.

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Massage Homework - Really?

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Yes – if you have a treatment with a Remedial Massage Therapist they will more than likely give you soft exercises or stretches to do daily.

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You will have booked a remedial therapist for an injury, the ongoing homework will help to alleviate the pain.

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What If My Body Makes Noises During The Massage?

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It’s ok, we don't mind ond often don't notice.

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You may snore – that’s great, it indicates you are relaxed and enjoying your treatment.

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Tummy rumbles, passing wind it all happens because your body is now in the rest mode.​

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To be honest, we take snoring and clients falling asleep as a compliment. It means you are relaxed, feel safe with us and we are doing a good job. 

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Can I Talk In A Massage?

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Most people like to chat at the beginning of the treatment – it helps them feel comfortable and relaxed. Your therapist will also do a short consult with you, gaining your consent on parts of the body to be massaged, pressure, and anything that might contraindicate us giving you a massage.

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However, once you are on the table, most clients is will go into a relaxed, quiet mode.

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When massaging, therapists are often having a whole conversation with your body with our hands, what we notice visually, our observations of your breathing and other non verbal signs. While we are doing this, if we are having a verbal conversation with you as well, we won't be doing either well!

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So if your therapist stops talking, is giving short non committal answers, or asks you to take some deep breaths and relax, it's not because we aren't interested in what you have to say. We are just having a whole other non verbal conversation with your body so we can give you the best massage possible.

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Of course if you would like anything changed, pressure, aromatherapy oils, if you are cold or anything about your comfort, please let us know straight away. That way we can adjust your treatment to make you happy.

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What If I Need To Go To The Bathroom During My Massage?

No worries at all! Just let us know, we don't want you to be uncomfortable. 

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It can be a good idea to go before you get on the massage table.

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Should I Shave Before A Massage?

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To be honest, we don't care. Our therapists don’t mind if you didn’t shave your legs, are worried about how your feet look or anything else. 

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We have seen it all, and our focus isn’t on your body and how it look, but on how great we can make you feel.

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I Can't Lie On A Massage Table, What Should I Do?

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Your therapist will be able to do your massage seated chair. This is quite easy, we will work around you and what suits you. 

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We can also do massages side lying on the massage table if you are unable to lie on your back or front.

Our therapists are highly experienced and will find a comfortable position for your massage.

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What If I Am Sick For My Massage?​

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If you are in the early and most contagious stage (first 48 - 72 hours) of a cold or flu, please reschedule your booking with us.

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Our therapists are mindful of our own health, especially as we often massage vulnerable clients in nursing homes. So if we catch a cold from you, it means that we will often have to cancel a week's worth of bookings.

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If you are sick, please phone or email our booking team to cancel with as much notice as possible. We will do our best to reschedule you when you get better!

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As massage can have a strong effect on the body, if you are sick, the massage may also intensify your symptoms and you may feel worse afterwards.

So, take some time to get over your illness and then simply rebook with us.

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Do I Need A Doctor’s Referral?

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No. Although many physicians refer patients for massage therapy treatments, massage therapists are primary health care providers who assess and treat people independently. 

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However, if you have a health condition that we think maybe contraindicated to massage, we may ask you check with your GP or specialist that having a massage is okay. We follow the health practitioners ethic of "do no harm".

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What's the best massage for a sore back, neck and shoulders?​

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It depends on what you enjoy and what you're hoping to get from your massage.

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If you like firmer, more targeted work, remedial or deep tissue massage may be a good choice. If you'd rather switch off and relax, you might prefer relaxation massage.

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You can also combine the two. Many of our clients ask for firmer work through the back, neck and shoulders, followed by a more relaxing full body massage.

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What is the difference between relaxation and deep tissue massage?​

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Relaxation massage generally uses slower, flowing techniques and pressure tailored to what feels comfortable for you.

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Deep tissue massage usually involves firmer, more focused work through tight muscles and areas such as the back, neck and shoulders.

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It doesn't have to be one or the other. Tell your therapist what you enjoy and we can tailor the treatment.

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Does deep tissue massage have to hurt?

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Firm pressure and pain aren't the same thing. Some people enjoy very firm massage, while others respond better to moderate pressure.

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​Please let your therapist if something feels too intense. More pressure doesn't automatically mean a better massage.

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Everyone’s idea of a firm massage is different. It’s your massage to have how you want so please let us know.

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Often with remedial massage, your therapist will incorporate trigger point therapy which can be very intense. If at any stage you want less pressure, please let us know immediately so we can adjust what we do for you.

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Should I feel sore after a massage?

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Some people notice temporary tenderness after firmer remedial or deep tissue work, while others don't feel sore at all.​

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How you feel afterwards can depend on the style and pressure of massage, the areas worked on and your individual response.

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If you experience significant, unusual or persistent pain, seek appropriate medical advice rather than assuming it's simply from your massage.

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How long before I get up when my massage is finished?

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Massage and bodywork can be profoundly relaxing, affecting all your body’s systems.

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Give yourself a moment to reorient before slowly getting up from the massage table.

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When you do get up, you may feel a little lightheaded, so take it slowly.

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We usually give our clients a while after the massage is finished before we wake you up. We like you to enjoy the total relaxation after your massage.

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Also be careful on tiled or wooden floors. Although we hot towel your feet, there still may be some residual oil and your feet may be more slippery than usual.

The great thing about mobile massage is you don't have to get dressed after or go anywhere, just curl up and sleep, whatever your body needs.

What Can I Expect After a Massage?

How you feel after a massage will depend on the type of treatment you have, the pressure used and how your body responds.

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After a deep tissue or remedial massage, it is possible to experience some temporary tenderness or muscle soreness, particularly if your therapist has worked firmly on areas that were tight or sensitive. This will usually settle within a day or two.

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After a relaxation massage, many people simply feel calm, comfortable and ready to take it easy for the rest of the day.

In the hours and days following your massage, you may notice:

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• Less muscle tension or stiffness

• Easier, more comfortable movement

• A greater sense of relaxation

• Improved awareness of where you hold tension in your body

• Feeling sleepy or enjoying a restful night's sleep

• Areas that felt tight before your treatment may feel looser and more comfortable

Everyone responds differently, and you don't need to feel sore afterwards for a massage to have been worthwhile.

If you enjoy massage regularly, your therapist can also get to know the pressure and style of treatment that works best for you and tailor each session accordingly.

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After your massage, take it easy, drink normally according to your thirst, and enjoy the fact that you don't have to rush anywhere.

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What should I do after my massage?

After your massage, take a little time to relax and enjoy how you feel. Some people feel deeply relaxed or sleepy, while others feel refreshed and energised. Both are perfectly normal.

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If you've had a deep tissue or remedial massage, you may notice some temporary tenderness or muscle soreness afterwards, particularly in areas where your therapist has worked firmly. This will usually settle within a day or two.

If you're feeling a little sore:

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• Have a warm shower or bath. The warmth can feel very soothing on muscles after a firm massage.

• Try a warm heat pack on tight or tender areas. Keep it comfortably warm rather than very hot, use a cover or towel between the pack and your skin, and don't sleep with it on.

• Keep moving gently. A short walk and easy, comfortable stretches can often feel better than sitting still for the rest of the day.

• Give strenuous exercise a break if you're tender. You don't necessarily need to skip exercise after every massage, but after a particularly firm treatment it can be sensible to wait until your muscles feel comfortable again.

• Get up slowly after your treatment, particularly if you've been lying down for a long time or feel very relaxed or a little light-headed.

• Drink normally according to your thirst. There's no need to force yourself to drink litres of extra water or to “flush out toxins” after massage.

• If you're hungry, have something to eat. There's no special post-massage diet required.

• Go easy on alcohol immediately afterwards, particularly if you're already feeling sleepy, light-headed or dehydrated.

• If you're driving after your massage, take a few minutes first to make sure you feel fully alert and comfortable before getting behind the wheel.

• If possible, don't schedule something hectic immediately afterwards. One of the nicest things about massage is being able to enjoy that relaxed feeling for a while.

And remember, you don't have to feel sore after a massage for it to have been a good treatment. A massage can be firm and effective without leaving you aching the following day.

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Mild tenderness after firm massage should improve rather than become progressively worse. If you experience significant or worsening pain, unusual swelling, numbness, weakness or another symptom that concerns you, seek advice from an appropriate healthcare professional.

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