Reservations
Please make reservations at least 24 hours in advance by calling 302-339-1001.

Payment Policy
Payment must be provided in full by cash or check before the session begins. Advance payments with a credit card can be made by using PayPal. Call 302-339-1001 for more information.

Cancellation Policy
For all appointments prepaid by PayPal and subsequently cancelled more than 24 hours before the appointment and not rescheduled, a $20 service charge will be withheld from the refund to cover PayPal charges. If the cancellation occurs less than 24 hours from the scheduled appointment, there will be no refund.

Gratuities
Gratuities are not expected but are appreciated.

Age Requirements
Clients must be at least 18 years of age.

What to Expect at Your Massage Session 
"I will arrive with a massage table and fresh linens 15 minutes prior to your appointment. You can select either flannel or microfiber sheets. As I prepare the table, we will discuss your needs in order to customize your treatment to ensure your maximum enjoyment and satisfaction. I take great care in ensuring your privacy, and you may dress to your level of comfort. A hot shower prior to your massage will enhance the benefits of the treatment."
~Dean

If you haven’t had much experience with massage therapy, you might be wondering what to expect. The following describes what takes place during a "typical" massage session.

If it’s your first time seeing Dean, he will ask you some questions. He will ask about the reasons you are getting a massage, your current physical condition, medical history, life style and stress level, experiences with specific areas of pain, and whether there is any specific need you want addressed during the massage. First and foremost, Dean needs to make sure there aren’t any conditions present that rule out having a massage due to any health risks. Second, Dean needs to know what your needs are regarding the massage and be sure both of you are clear about what your expectations and goals for the session are. Third, the information you provide helps Dean determine what techniques to use and how to structure the session. All information you provide will be held in strictest confidence.

Dean will ask you to select the linens to be used for the session – either soft, warm flannel or soft, smooth micro fiber – and set up the table. A clear area of about 10’ x 10’ is required.

Next, you will be asked to remove your clothing. Dean will provide privacy while you undress. You should take off only as much as you are comfortable removing. You should also remove any jewelry or other articles that might interfere with the massage. A sheet and towel or blanket is provided for draping during the massage. Dean will uncover only the part of the body being massaged, insuring that modesty is respected at all times. The draping also keeps you warm.

The massage takes place on a comfortable, padded massage table. Dean will tell you what position to lie in on the table. The table has a face rest which allows you to lie in a face down position without turning your head and neck.

Expect a peaceful and comfortable environment for the massage. You may play music during the massage. Some people find music playing to be relaxing, some find it distracting

Before the massage begins, Dean may offer some advice that will improve the quality of your massage. A common one is to breathe, especially if a sensitive area is being massaged.

Dean will use massage lotion or gel to reduce drag on the skin while performing the massage strokes. If you are allergic to some lotions or gels, be sure to tell Dean so you both can make sure the ingredients in the lotion or gel do not bother you.

Depending on your needs, Dean will massage either the full body or only specific areas that need attention. For example, general relaxation or stress reduction sessions usually include all the major areas of the body, while a session for a localized injury, pain, or tightness will be focused on a specific area. It is possible to spend most of an entire session on only one area. If there is anything that does not feel comfortable or you do not like, you be sure to tell Dean.

After the massage is finished, you will once again be provided with privacy in order to get dressed. You may ask Dean any questions you have. The usual length of a session is an hour. A massage session on a table generally should be a minimum of 30 minutes and maximum of 90 minutes.

How to Get the Most From Your Massage

1) Be as receptive and open to the process as possible.

2) Do not eat just before a massage session.

3) Be on time. If you arrive in a frenzied, rushed state, it will take longer to get to a relaxed state. Please let Dean know in advance if you need to cancel. See Cancellation Policy on the For Your Information page.

4) If you do not want to remove all your clothing, wear clothing that you will be comfortable wearing during the massage and will allow Dean to touch and move the areas of your body you expect will need to be worked on.

5) Give Dean accurate health information.

6) Good communication is very important. Before the session, let Dean know what your needs are. During the massage session, report any discomfort, whether it is from the massage or due to any problems or distractions related to the environment, e.g., room temperature, music volume, lighting, etc. Feel free to give feedback to Dean regarding the massage, e.g., amount of pressure, speed of movement, etc.

7) Don’t be afraid to discuss any apprehensions or concerns. It is important that you be as comfortable as possible during your massage. Dean is a professional dedicated to do his or her best to help you feel at ease.

8) You may like to play music during the massage session or you may find music distracting. You can play music you enjoy or ask Dean to provide a CD to use during the session.

9) Some people like to talk during a massage session, while others remain silent. If Dean encourages you to talk or not talk, it is usually based on whether or not it seems to help let go of tension and getting in touch with oneself. Sometimes talking can be a way of unburdening oneself or opening up. Sometimes being silent can be a way of letting go of thoughts or concentrating. On the other hand, talking can be a way of "being in the head" and out of touch with one’s body or feelings; and being silent can be a way of holding back or not opening up.

10) Breathing helps to facilitate relaxation. People often stop or limit their breathe when they feel anxious or a sensitive area is massaged. If you realize you are stopping your breathing, let yourself breathe.

11) Tightening up, i.e., contracting or hardening your muscles during the massage is counterproductive. If you are able to, relax those muscles. Let Dean know this is happening. He may need to adjust the massage technique being used. They may also be able to help you relax the affected area.

12) If you find your thoughts are racing during the massage, one way to be more body-centered and to quiet the mind is to follow the hands of the massage therapist and focus on how the touch feels.

13) If you are dizzy or light headed after the massage, do not get off the table too fast.

14) Drink extra water after a massage.

15) Allow for some open, quiet time after your massage session if possible. Sometimes one needs a little time to integrate or absorb the results of the massage session or needs some "re-entry" time.

16) Massage has its greatest benefits over time. The therapeutic effects of massage are cumulative, so the more often a person gets a massage, the better he or she will feel and the more quickly one’s body will respond. From one session to the next, relaxation deepens as the chronic patterns of stress in the body are affected and released. These changes are readily felt in day-to-day life as well, which adds another dimension of reinforcement. If you are getting massage to address chronic muscular tension or recovery from a soft tissue injury, more than one session is usually needed, so be prepared to schedule several sessions.

Dean Register
Wilmington, Delaware
302-339-1001
DeanRegister@comcast.net