{"id":921,"date":"2015-08-07T14:22:45","date_gmt":"2015-08-07T18:22:45","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/touchfitness.com\/blog\/?page_id=921"},"modified":"2021-06-01T11:05:09","modified_gmt":"2021-06-01T15:05:09","slug":"the-riot-act-read-me","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/touchfitness.com\/blog\/before-your-appointment\/the-riot-act-read-me\/","title":{"rendered":"Policies"},"content":{"rendered":"

APPOINTMENTS
\n\u2022 Please make initial appointments by email: Sherrin@TouchFitness.com<\/a>. Text communication may be established for subsequent scheduling.
\n\u2022 Sessions are by appointment only. Touch Fitness does not take walk-ins.
\n\u2022 Allow 1-5 business days for a response. You may add your cell number for faster communication by text.
\n\u2022 Appointment times are strictly adhered to.
\n\u2022 Physician\u2019s written approval may be required prior to appointment.
\n\u2022 Please allow 30 minutes between workouts, hot tubs, steam rooms, saunas or cold
\ntreatments or meals and your appointment.
\n\u2022 Please refrain from using perfume or cologne on the day of your appointment.
\n\u2022 Please refrain from consuming stimulants, depressants, anti-inflammatories\u00a0and\/or
\npain killers, such as caffeinated or alcoholic beverages, Ibuprofen or Advil, Aleve\u00a0prior
\nto appointments.
\n\u2022 Understand that your licensed massage therapist reserves the right to stop the session
\nat any time.
\n\u2022 Your licensed massage therapist reserves the right to modify pressure at their own
\ndiscretion.
\nPlease note: FL and NYS law does not permit traditional Licensed Massage Therapy sessions for pre-natal women during your first trimester without your doctor’s prescription. We also recommend that you make your appointments in advance as we are often booked, a week to several months, in advance. <\/em><\/p>\n

EXPIRATIONS*
\n\u2022 Package of five appointments are good for 6 months.
\n\u2022 Package of ten appointments are good for 12 months.
\n\u2022 Gift Certificates available and good 1 year from date of purchase.
\n*These limitations are not generally applicable in the State of Florida. For more info please go to:\u00a0NCSL National Conference of State Legislatures.<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n

PAYMENTS
\n\u2022 Cash payment is preferred at first appointment.
\n\u2022 Touch Fitness accepts payment by cash, credit card, debit card and\/or check.
\n\u2022 For your added security, EMV \u201cchip” technology cards are preferred to the cards that must be swiped.
\n\u2022 Please make checks payable to Touch Fitness, Inc.
\n\u2022 Pre-payment required to reserve a preferred<\/em> schedule (a “preferred” schedule indicates recurring appointments and therefore gains highest priority).<\/em>
\n\u2022 Touch Fitness does not offer cash refunds. Payments are non-refundable.
\n\u2022 Sales tax is included in all rates as required by State law.
\n\u2022 Gratuities are not included and graciously accepted.
\n\u2022 Receipts available for insurance plans and flexible spending accounts.
\n\u2022 Prior written insurer approval required for coverage and you must pay for services at the time of your service and pursue reimbursement from your insurance company.
\n\u2022 $25 charge for transferring session packages.
\n\u2022 $35 charge for returned checks.<\/p>\n

CANCELLATIONS OR POSTPONEMENTS:
\n\u2022 24hr cancellation required to avoid full charge for missed appointments.
\n\u2022 If you can\u2019t make your confirmed appointment, you may send a friend or family member to fill your appointment slot provided they submit a completed \u201cIntake Form\u201d upon arrival.<\/p>\n

As with any therapeutic environment, being fully present has an impact on the effectiveness of your treatment. We recommend that you put your ringer on silent, refrain from taking or making phone calls during your session and taking any other steps needed to minimize interruptions. Please remember that using any pain killers before your appointment is contraindicated as you may not be able to sense pressure changes adequately. For your greatest comfort, we recommend that you use the\u00a0bathroom, remove contact lenses and eye makeup, and refrain from eating or drinking for 30 minutes prior to your appointment. Please let us know if you\u00a0have any allergies or sensitivities. <\/i><\/p>\n

*To minimize risk of injury to the massage therapist and ensure that your ongoing massage experiences are the best that they can be, we will assist you in purchasing your very own massage table for future appointments.<\/i><\/p>\n

Please note: Massage therapy, exercise and aromatherapy are not intended as a replacement for appropriate medical attention and care. Touch Fitness reserves the right to refer you to an appropriate professional if our initial conversation reveals an issue beyond the scope of practice of licensed massage therapy.<\/em><\/p>\n

Thank you for reviewing the Touch Fitness Policies page. When we meet for your appointment we will expect that you have read, understood and agreed to all of these policies. If questions remain for you or you require clarification please email any inquiry to Sherrin@TouchFitness.com so that we may confirm your appointment with confidence.<\/p>\n

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