Massage Etiquette - questions about do's/don'ts...?

[mtmt]

I recently got my first massage, and need to go back for another (I'm having problems with a sore/spasming muscle).
Since I'm new to massage, I have a few questions.
There was one particular thing my therapist did that felt really good. Can I ask her to do that more, or is that strange or rude in any way? Should I just assume she knows what muscle needs what attention? But in all honesty, that's what I wanted to tell her!
Also, I was very dizzy/lightheaded when I got up - I am assuming this can be common? I should have maybe taken more time getting up/moving.
And last but not least...when I was on my stomach, the sheets aggravated my chest in rather embarassing areas! Do I just put a shirt under me the next time?
Thanks!

 

[robert m]

No, LET THEM KNOW. That's why they are there. I go to Massage places All the time.
I tell them to Focus on certain parts. I always have Cramped legs, calfs, etc. The last time I went, I asked them for a Deep Massage and Mostly on the Legs. She did all kinds of things on my Legs.
They are not there just to follow a Procedure. They are there to help you and make you feel better. The better you feel, the more you want to come back.
Not much of Don't. Maybe things like, "Could you focus on my Neck?", then say, "No on my Feet?", then say "No on my Back?", Then you are going to annoy them. Think if you were in their Shoes and you want to treat your Customer Right.
I've neever had Problems Or Complaints, from them Or them doing their Jobs. Now, for X-Mas and B-Days, I get Gift Certs to Massage places from my Family.