How the session works
We begin with a brief intake to identify foundational tension patterns and target areas. Your therapist tailors pressure from light to firm, combining relaxation strokes with corrective techniques to improve circulation and restore muscular balance. The 90-minute appointment includes 80 minutes of hands-on treatment and 10 minutes for preparation and aftercare discussion.
Therapists cover the full body while emphasizing the core areas you select—neck, shoulders, back, hips, or legs—so expect deeper work where tension is greatest. Because time is finite, choosing priority areas helps shape results: concentrating on the back or hips means less time for limbs. Communicate discomfort or goals anytime so pressure and technique adapt during the 80-minute hands-on portion.
What to expect afterwards
After the massage many clients notice improved ease of movement and warmer muscle feeling, though responses vary. Mild soreness or sensitivity can occur after deeper work; that's normal and usually fades within a day or two. We recommend drinking water and avoiding intense exercise immediately after your visit, especially during Washington's humid summers when hydration matters more for recovery.
Studio Chique offers flexible early-morning and evening bookings to fit Metro commuters and shift workers who live or work near Rhode Island Ave–Brentwood and Brookland-CUA stations. Consider pairing this session with a self-care package before or after visits to the U.S. National Arboretum or Union Market for a restorative break during busy weekends.
Choosing your session priorities
If you want soothing relaxation, ask for gentler, longer strokes; if you want corrective change, request focused, firmer work on the tightest regions. Your therapist will balance both approaches within the 80-minute hands-on window. This personalized 90-minute session is priced at $189, so discussing priorities at the start ensures you receive the most value from the time.
Open feedback during the massage helps adjust pressure and technique immediately; therapists expect you to indicate any discomfort or sensitive areas. If you have specific injuries or medical conditions, mention these during intake so we can modify the session. Appointments are convenient for Langdon and nearby neighborhoods.
