When you first arrive at the spa or the therapist's office, you will be asked to fill out a client information form. The purpose of this form is to help the massage therapist rule out any techniques which may be contraindicated for you, or conversely know which techniques may be of particular benefit for you.
You will be asked to get undressed and onto a massage table between sheets. The therapist will leave the room while you do this. There will often be a heating pad and/or a blanket to assure that you stay warm enough. After a few minutes, the therapists will come back to the room to start your massage.
Your therapist will work one body part at a time, only exposing the part that they are massaging. The rest of your body will stay securely covered. Common areas to have worked are the head, shoulders, arms, hands, feet, legs, back and gluts. Some therapists may also work the abdominal area depending on the available time.
It is important that you remember to keep your therapist informed. For example, do not feel shy about letting your therapist know if you would like the pressure adjusted. How much pressure someone likes is a very subjective thing, so it should not hurt your therapists feelings.
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