We go about every 3 months for a massage and a manicure/pedicure. It's nice time spent together.

Usually followed by a supper out, movie or show and a night at a nice hotel.

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Originally posted by parabellum:
Park down the strip mall a ways and walk up. Bring lots of cash. When she asks you if you want half-and-half, it ain't for your coffee.

I'll have to look up what half-and-half means, but thank you for this Forum, I've learned so much from so many.

Just don't go askin' no nuns or school marms.

wife gets a few a year, and seems to help her muscles and joints,


I have never had one, until I went to PT not long ago for a Radial Arm Nerve issue due to some disc compression, (C5-C7) on my left side,

part of the PT was the usual repetitive motion type exercises,, ,which helped, and 9 minutes (in 3 stages) of traction,

and a massage of my shoulder area to break up a big knot each session,

about 5 minutes of what I was told should have hurt (from the agressiveness of the PT therapist working in it) that actually felt great,

and helped,

knot gone, I still do the exercises,

but may go find a good massage person to get a neck rub again

$75 seems like the going price according to other posts and I have also seen that advertised at some of the franchise parlors; however, I found a place that was charging $30 but it's too far for me to travel, so I only went once.

It started with a foot bath and massage up to the knees, then shoulders, arms and back. Afterward, they allowed customers to relax on the massage table for a bit while the masseuse moved on to other customers. A terrific experience and a bargain.

Absolutely! At least every other week, I'll likely go tomorrow.

I had my first when I started coaching at the collegiate level, the skating every day was taking a toll. After the first few I was hooked. Professional athletes use them for a reason.

A few keys for you....
1. It's important to find a good therapist, one you are comfy with. Don't be afraid to try a few until you find the right one.
2. It is not uncommon to experience some discomfort during a massage, especially if they are working knots out. It should be temporary. If you leave the massage and feel like you went 3 rounds with Mike Tyson, that is the wrong therapist.
3. Don't be afraid to tell the therapist if something is really uncomfortable
4. If they have hot stone or hot bamboo try that... trust me on that one.
5. Don't be surprised if you totally zone out, fall asleep, or even feel like you're having an out of body experience. If that happens, you likely found a great therapist.

Finally.... relax. This is one of the few places where it is truly ALL about you. Enjoy it.

massage just reminded me of this old scene from IT Crowd.

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Originally posted by MikeinNC:
My chiropractor has an in house masseuse.

There are different types, the Swedish is literally just a light rub of the skin,
What I get, when I go, is the sports massage, deep enough to work out knotted muscles.

Drink plenty of water the rest of the day to help flush out the lactic acid

You’re absolutely correct about drinking plenty of water. Massage is great for stimulating the lymphatic system and hydration is very important. I went through a 60 hour massage technician school to help my then spouse recover from a head-on crash she experienced at work. It definitely helps in the recovery from soft tissue injuries.

I go a couple times a month deep tissue very effective and worth it. When an area gets to finally release it feels like a hot poker in the area but then feels great after. I often remark to my therapist I feel an inch taller when she is done

Oh yeah. The wife and I used to both go see a lady regularly. She did a lot of stretching (PNF I think they call it) that would really fix deep issues fast. Grind an elbow into it for half an hour? Nope two or three minute stretch and you’re right as rain. More than once she check me over and say something like, “You didn’t tell me your back was all bound up.” To which I’d reply, “I didn’t realize it was until you mentioned it.” Then she’d fix it. Sadly, she passed away last year in her early sixties. We’ve tried a few other folks, but haven’t found anybody in the same league.

I used to get them all the time, mainly for my FM (fibromyalgia).

George!!

Every five weeks to my massage therapist for actual help. This gets shortened if I'm having any issues, luckily I've been doing pretty well and this is just considered maintenance at this point. I've been seeing him and a chiropractor for 20 years after a car accident. I gave up on the chiro, which is embarrassing because I know him and he always asks if I'm going to book with him, and I have to say no, the therapist is helping.

I actually hate going in one sense because it's a guy and sometimes his sweat drips on me during massages which grosses me out. Much rather use a woman, but he's been doing it for so long, and effectively that I don't bother trying to change.

I occasionally go to strip mall place between sessions, but that's only because I can't just schedule for tomorrow or two days out, it's typically 30 days out. Recently I've been going to the relaxing one vs the educated professional one because I've had spotty issues and I can call them and tell them I'll be there in 30. Had a massage at resort spa last night and it was one of the best non-medical ones I've had ever.

We go every couple of months for massages and manicures/pedicures.

I had worked all night once. I fell asleep when they were working on my feet and woke up with blue polish on my toes.

The Mrs said "Don't every fall asleep when I'm talking to you."

"Yes dear."

Slight thread drift but I have a question about tipping. I know it not required but in reality it is expected.

There is a highly recommended lady on a local neighborhood website. She does massage out of her house. She charges somewhere around $75 an hour. It it still expected to tip 20%.

My DIL is a licensed massage therapist. It is pretty remarkable the detail and complexity of the program and testing to get through for that. It's been a bit of an eye-opener on the benefits and sort of clients she helps.

Personally, still not finding my way onto her table. That's just a little too weird for me, no matter how much of a profession it is.

I'd give it a go in the case of the OP.

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Originally posted by gpbst3:
Slight thread drift but I have a question about tipping. I know it not required but in reality it is expected.

There is a highly recommended lady on a local neighborhood website. She does massage out of her house. She charges somewhere around $75 an hour. It it still expected to tip 20%.

That makes no sense.

Traditionally, a tip is expected or accepted when the charge for the services goes to someone other than the person directly providing the service, as, for example, a server in a restaurant.

When the person providing the service is the full recipient, what is the purpose of a tip? If a 20% tip is require, just include it in the fee.

Think about it- if all money goes to just the one person, why complicate matters? It can't be argued that this is done to make the price being charged competitive with others providing the same service, because if the tip is tacked on automatically, it's pointless.

And if you say that the tip is only "expected" and not "required" then you can bet you'll either be having a one-time experience with that person, or you'll get sub-standard service next time, if you fail to tip.

Tips should never be mentioned by the person or business providing a service unless it is to say that no tips are expected.

Let the customer decide if and how much they will tip. This shit has gotten out of hand.

The only massage I've enjoyed is foot massage. It's heaven. Every other body part is never comfortable.

Your ideal masseuse will be connected to a chiropractor. You don't need to get chiropractor treatment if you don't want but I believe they can help also.

That's the kind of masseuse who will understand your aches and can feel or even just see which muscles are giving you spasms.

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Originally posted by 12131:
The only massage I've enjoyed is foot massage. It's heaven. Every other body part is never comfortable.

mmm... yes. I like those too. Especially after golfing. Sometimes, I'd get a foot massage then a full body massage. I'd hate to know how much those cost today.

My recent full body massage was $80. I used to pay $40 five years ago.

Not sure if this has been mentioned yet but there is an app called Vagaro that’s great for finding a massage therapist and reviews.