Massage Therapy with Ashley Hall RN LMT (2025)

Rates are on a case-by-case basis. A lifelong native of Signal Mountain, TN, Ashley is a 2008 Miller-Motte Technical Community College graduate with an A.A.S. in Massage Therapy, a 2017 graduate of Chattanooga State Community College graduate with a diploma in Licensed Practical Nursing, a 2019 graduate of Chattanooga State Community College with an A.S. in Registered Nursing, and a 2020 graduate

of Tennessee Technological University with a B.S. in Interdisciplinary Studies. He has worked in a variety of settings including, spas, salons, chiropractic offices, and hospitals. His education and experience in health care has provided him with an advanced understanding of the human body and how to receive the most benefits from massage therapy.

22/04/2023

I now have available appointments at Massage Envy on 153 in Hixson! Monday through Friday from 9am to 4pm. Call 423-877-3000 to schedule an appointment.

22/10/2020

My new cards have arrived!

14/10/2020

So you’ve scheduled your first massage appointment. Congrats! What’s next? Here’s some things to keep in mind.

Before your arrival:

1. Do not eat a large meal just before your session. You will spend a large portion of your session on your stomach. Eating a large meal may mean discomfort during that time. If you also plan on receiving an abdomen massage, a large meal can adversely affect its effectiveness and your comfort. It would also be wise to use the restroom before your session. You will be on the table for at least an hour and any interruptions can affect your relaxation.

2. Arrive early to your session. Not only does this provide the therapists’ other clients with timely service and attention but arriving early gives you a chance to relax and clear your mind. Rushing to make your appointment makes you tense and will take you longer to get into a relaxed state.

3. Reschedule your appointment if you are feeling ill, like having a fever or some kind of skin irritation (poison ivy, severe sunburn). Your therapist will go over your medical history to ensure you are still safely able to receive a massage. Due to HIPAA laws, any personal and medical information you provide will be safe and private.

After your arrival:

1. After signing consent forms and background paperwork you will be introduced to your massage room. The therapist will ask what brings you to them. Be prepared to inform the therapist what areas you wish to be focused on and inform them if there are any areas you wish to avoid.

2. Some therapists use a table warmer during their sessions so feel free to have the therapist adjust the temperature or turn it off to your liking. Music and volume may also be altered to your taste.

3. The therapist will inform you whether you need to lie face down or face up to start the session. They will then step outside the room for a few minutes to give you privacy and wash their hands. This is when you will dress down to your comfort level. Most people fully undress while some leave their underwear on. Jewelry should be removed so as to prevent scratching or damage to the jewelry or skin.

During your session:

1. Please inform your therapist if the pressure is too much or too little or if you are too cold or hot. The therapist’s main concern is your overall comfort.

2. Only the body parts currently being worked on will be exposed. All other areas will be covered with a sheet and/or a blanket.

3. Remember to breathe! Often times you may find yourself holding your breath or taking shallow breaths during your session. It is best to concentrate on deep breathing. Deep, slow breaths during massage strokes will help open tense muscles and relax connective tissues.

After your session:

1. Once your massage is finished, the therapist will step out of the room and give you time to come back to reality and get dressed. You will likely be offered water to drink. Water combined with the increased circulation from your massage can help flush out toxins.

2. Your therapist may recommend some sort of health care regimen such as stretching or exercise that may further help muscular issues you are having. They will also recommend when you should receive your next session.

3. You may feel slightly sore the day after your session, depending on the type of work you received. Don’t be alarmed, this is normal. Follow through with your therapist’s post-session recommendations and this soreness can be diminished or shortened.

4. Leaving tips is normal in this field. This is where you can show your therapist how well you enjoyed your session. How much should you tip? It depends on many factors, but around 20% is considered average.

13/10/2020

Never had a massage before? Unsure or afraid of what is involved with massage therapy? Here are some bits of information that may make you feel more comfortable before you even sign up for an appointment:

1. Massage therapists are licensed health care professionals. In almost every state in the U.S., massage therapy is regulated by the state's Department of Health. Therapists are required to complete several hundred hours of academic and clinical sessions in order to sit for state licensure. Because they are licensed, they are held to a high standard of ethical and professional boundaries for client safety. Therapists are also required to complete a certain number of continuing education classes every two years in order to maintain licensure status. It is a well-regulated field.

2. You do not have to get naked for your session. You will always be allowed to dress down to your comfort level. Want to keep your underwear or bra on? Perfectly fine. The therapist can work around them. Want to only have a certain section of your body worked on instead of a full body session? That's fine as well. This is your time, and your comfort should not be hindered in any way. State law requires that all clients be draped during a massage. The only body parts that will be exposed are those being actively worked on. In chair massage, no lotions or oils are used and the client is also fully clothed.

3. You will need to disclose medical information to your therapist. Some medical conditions may render some individuals unable to safely receive massage therapy. Most people can get a massage with no problem. However, those with such conditions such as uncontrolled high blood pressure, first trimester pregnancies, or contagious diseases may not be able to receive a massage. Medical clearance from a physician or nurse practitioner may be needed before a massage can safely be given. Any allergies should be disclosed to your therapist as well, but most therapists use hypoallergenic supplies in their practices.

4. You will not be judged by your therapist. The therapist is not concerned that you forgot to shave your legs or that you have a large birthmark on your back. The therapist's only concerns are ensuring your comfort and working on the problems that brought you in. They are looking at your posture and the tonicity of your muscles and how to properly treat your issues.

5. Massage is not meant to be painful. Massages should be relaxing. There are times where a trigger point or tight muscle may need more time and attention in order to loosen up. This should be slightly uncomfortable, if at all, but never painful. If the pressure is too much (or even too little) please communicate this to your therapist immediately. They will not take it personally. In fact, therapists rely on your regular feedback during a session in order to ensure you are as comfortable as possible.

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