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Frequently asked questions
We offer a variety of massage services, including cupping, intraoral massage, and deep tissue/relaxation. Each service is designed to meet your specific needs and ensure the best experience possible. For a full list, see our scheduling site at Massagebook. If you have any specific inquiries, feel free to contact us at katrina@katkowellness.com.
To prepare for your appointment, stay well-hydrated the day before and the day of your massage. Drink plenty of water, consume electrolytes if needed, and minimize caffeine and alcohol intake for 24 hours before your session. This ensures your tissues are hydrated, making the massage more comfortable. Also, please shower within 24 hours of your appointment and wash your hands right before your session.
Most treatments have minimal side effects. Some clients might feel tenderness for a day or two, especially if we worked on a tight area. You might also experience unexpected emotional releases or tiredness. Responses to massage vary by person and session. Positive side effects include better sleep, improved mood, increased mobility, and less pain! If you have concerns, please contact us at katrina@katkowellness.com.
Clients can expect a professional and comfortable experience. Katrina will guide you through each step of the process to ensure you feel at ease. You will have an opportunity to talk over your health history and immediate concerns and goals for the massage, as well as plenty of time to ask any questions beforehand. During the massage, you will be in control of the experience and able to request any adjustments as needed or desired to make the massage more comfortable for you, including but not limited to requesting changes to the amount of pressure used, the temperature of the table warmer, and use of tools like hot stones or cups.
No, you do not have to be undressed. We prioritize your comfort and privacy. We will provide appropriate coverings and ensure you feel comfortable at all times. Some clients are comfortable removing all their clothing, while others are not. There is no right or expected level of dress. Whatever you decide, your massage therapist will leave the room while you get changed. Once undressed to your level of comfort, you will get under the provided sheet and blanket before your therapist re-enters the room. Your most personal areas (chest/breasts and front of pelvis) will stay covered at all times, whether you wear underwear or not. One thing to consider when deciding how much clothing to remove is the area of the body you want addressed. If you are having hip or lower back pain, removing your underwear does offer the therapist direct contact with those muscles and increases the possible options for treatment approaches. Similarly, if you have back or shoulder pain, wearing a bra might hinder your therapist's ability to treat the area. That said, your therapist is a professional and can always find some type of approach for these areas if you choose to keep garments on. The most important thing is your comfort! If you have any questions, please contact us at katrina@katkowellness.com.
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3417 Evanston Ave N
Suite 412
Seattle, WA 98103
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