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Communication


Can We Talk About Your Scalp? | How to Prepare Your Hair Before a Massage
One thing that doesn't get talked about very often is preparing your scalp before your massage session.
If you've recently washed your hair, please give yourself a little extra time to let it dry before you arrive. It doesn't have to be perfectly dry, but it shouldn't be dripping or heavily saturated with water.

Suzan D. Walker LMT 104331
2 days ago5 min read


Support for Fellow Lyme Clients Living With Chronic Conditions
Living with Lyme disease can be physically, emotionally, and financially exhausting. As a Lyme disease survivor, I offer additional supportive therapies for established clients and those committed to becoming regular clients. Services may include lymphatic drainage, PEMF or BEMER, red light, Rife, magnet therapy, and Avazzia microcurrent when appropriate.

Suzan D. Walker LMT 104331
Jul 252 min read


Massage Therapy Is Not a Replacement for Your Pain Medication
Massage therapy can support pain management, but it does not replace prescribed medication or medical care. Medication changes belong with your doctor.

Suzan D. Walker LMT 104331
Jul 254 min read


Why I Can No Longer Offer Deep Tissue Massage: Navigating My Life Massage Therapy Business with Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension and Empty Sella Syndrome
After a recent hospitalization and official diagnosis, I am making an important change in my massage business.
I was recently officially diagnosed with Idiopathic Intracranial Hypertension (IIH). I had previously been diagnosed with Empty Sella Syndrome, and the two conditions are often associated with one another.

Suzan D. Walker LMT 104331
Jul 63 min read


Accessibility and Mobility Accommodations
Massage therapy should be accessible to everyone. This article explains the accessibility accommodations available at Connective Integration Massage Therapy, including handicap parking, wheelchair accessibility, handicap-accessible restrooms, a hydraulic massage table, and treatment room modifications for clients with mobility concerns. Clients are encouraged to communicate their needs in advance so appropriate accommodations can be made to provide a safe, comfortable, and we

Suzan D. Walker LMT 104331
Jun 182 min read


Why I No Longer Offer Gift Certificates
I'm going to be completely honest: I do not like gift certificates, and I no longer offer them.
Over the years, I have found that gift certificates often create more problems than they solve. While they may seem like a simple and thoughtful gift, many go unused, get misplaced, or sit for months or even years before someone finally tries to schedule an appointment.

Suzan D. Walker LMT 104331
Jun 132 min read


Please Read Your Emails: A Friendly Scheduling Reminder
One of the most common concerns I hear from clients is, "I didn't receive my confirmation email," "My reminder never came through," or "Why am I not getting my intake forms?"

Suzan D. Walker LMT 104331
Jun 132 min read
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