Sherrie Templeton Massage Therapy

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Here is a list and description of the various types of massages available.

Swedish Massage
Swedish massage is the most common type of massage and a great place to start if it's your first massage. During Swedish massage, massage therapists use massage oils to facilitate smooth, gliding strokes over your body.

Deep Tissue
Deep tissue massage uses many of the same movements and techniques as Swedish massage, but the therapist will work the deeper tissue structures of the muscle and fascia (connective tissue). It is also a more focused type of massage, as the therapist works to release chronic muscle tension or knots called adhesions.

Hot stone massage
Hot stone massage is a very popular massage that uses smooth, rounded stones that have been heated in water. The therapist uses the stones as an extension of his/her hand and may also place them on your belly, hands or back. The heated stones help warm up your muscles and is very relaxing.

Aromatherapy Massage
Aromatherapy massage is usually a Swedish or deep tissue massage where the massage oil has been blended with essential oils such as lavender, peppermint or geranium to affect your mood and alleviate pain.

Prenatal Massage
Prenatal massage promotes relaxation, soothes nerves, and relieves strained back and leg muscles in expectant mothers. Pregnancy massage is especially benefical in the second and third trimesters, when the extra weight in your belly puts a strain on your back.

This is a detail, step by step, on what to expect during your massage.

On your first visit, we suggest that you arrive at least 5-10 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment. Your therapist will ask you to fill out a brief medical history and massage preferences form. This will allow us to tailor a massage session that is perfectly suited to your needs. You will be given choices, such as the level of pressure you would like and the areas of your body that you would like for us to focus on for that session.

Your massage therapist will leave the room and wait outside while you disrobe to your level of comfort. Some clients prefer to completely disrobe, while some will remain partially clothed. Once disrobed you will lie under the top sheet on the massage table.

You will always be draped with the top sheet during your massage session and an additional blanket is available at your request. Your massage therapist will only uncover the part of the body they are working on, ensuring that your modesty is respected at all times.

There will be soft relaxing music playing during your massage. The volume can be adjusted to suit your personal preference.

Before beginning the session, your therapist will ask you to alert them if, at any time during the session, a technique or stroke they are using is uncomfortable. Depending on your specific needs or requests, your massage therapist will either perform a customized full-body massage (for general relaxation and stress reduction) or focus on the specific parts of your body that you have requested.

We use only top quality, professional grade, hypoallergenic massage gels and creams for your massage. You will leave with your skin feeling smooth and moisturized, but not greasy. Please notify the therapist of any allergies or sensitivities to aromas or ingredients when you schedule your appointment

After your massage, your therapist will leave the room to allow for you to re-dress. We suggest taking a moment to lie still and gather yourself before getting off the table. We recommend sitting on the edge of the table for a minute before standing. Some clients may become lightheaded immediately following a massage. This will help with that feeling.




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Licensed by South Carolina Dept. of Labor