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What areas do you travel to?
I mostly travel to all areas of Miami-Dade and southern Broward. A travel fee may be included to certain areas due to extended distance.
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How can I provide feedback?
Feedback throughout the session is encouraged. The treatment is a collaboration between therapist and patient, with both having a say in how the treatment progresses. Your feedback helps dictate the flow of the treatment and informs me of what is working and what isn’t. This feedback is immediately received, and the session is adapted to…
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Can I combine different techniques?
Yes. Each session is customized based on your body’s response and treatment goals. I use the techniques I feel are necessary throughout the session to reach our goals for that day.
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Can massage therapy help old injuries?
People suffering for years from chronic injuries (i.e., auto accident, workplace injuries, sports injuries, etc.) have found that massage therapy helps eliminate chronic nagging pain. The techniques I use alleviate swelling, which in turn alleviates pain. Also, by working under your pain threshold, I am able to accomplish more without the body reacting negatively.
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Is massage therapy painful?
Massage therapy should not be painful. I work under your pain threshold to prevent the brain from continuing to send pain signals and prolonging your pain cycle. If you haven’t received a treatment in a long time, you may experience residual soreness that may last 24 hours. It’s like when you first work out in…
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How often should I get a massage treatment?
It depends on your goals. Acute injuries may benefit from more frequent visits initially, while maintenance care is often scheduled every few weeks or monthly.
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How long are massage sessions?
Session lengths vary depending on your needs and the services selected. Recommendations are made during scheduling or consultation.
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When Should I Avoid Getting a Massage?
In general, a few conditions would prevent you from getting a massage. Of course, do not schedule an appointment if you feel unwell or have a fever, cold, or contagious skin condition. If you have a serious medical condition and are unsure if a massage would be safe for you, we recommend you speak with…
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What if I have a medical condition?
Please let me know about any medical conditions, recent surgeries, injuries, or medications before your treatment. This information helps guide the session to ensure your treatment is both safe and appropriate for your needs.
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What treatments are offered?
Treatment is tailored to your individual needs rather than using a one-size-fits-all approach. Depending on your condition, your session may include myofascial release, Active Isolated Stretching (AIS), sports massage, cupping, instrument-assisted soft tissue mobilization (IASTM), kinesiology taping, red light therapy, vocal therapy, and other clinical massage techniques. Multiple techniques are often combined during the same…
Simo Massage Therapy
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