{"id":15812,"date":"2020-03-03T16:36:37","date_gmt":"2020-03-03T03:36:37","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/endota.com\/nz\/?p=15812"},"modified":"2021-08-02T16:24:35","modified_gmt":"2021-08-02T16:24:35","slug":"how-to-get-the-most-from-your-massage","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/endota.com\/nz\/how-to-get-the-most-from-your-massage\/","title":{"rendered":"How to get the most from your massage"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>Let&#8217;s face it, getting naked on a massage table does put you in a vulnerable position.\u00a0 Here&#8217;s some handy tips to make sure you are best prepared and get to relax and get the most from your massage.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Be clean &#8211; if possible shower before and be stubble free for a smoother massage.\u00a0 Your therapist will thank you for it.<\/li>\n<li>While we compress off the oil we use, it is best not to wear anything silky that could stain with oil residue<\/li>\n<li>If you have an injury, make sure your therapist is aware of it.<\/li>\n<li>Know what you want &#8211; 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