Body Wrap for Fibromyalgia Clients.

Fibromyalgia is a condition characterized by widespread and long term pain in joints, muscles, tendons, and other soft tissues. It can develop on its own or along with other medical conditions, like, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus, chronic fatigue syndrome,restless legs syndrome, osteoarthritis, endometriosis, rheumatoid arthritis, etc. However, pain, especially on trigger points, is one of the predominant symptoms of fibromyalgia.

This treatment can be listed on a salon/spa/clinic menu for hydration, relaxation, skin toning, detoxification and/or heat therapy for fibromyalgia or joint discomfort. Clients may notice a size loss with this treatment. We suggest our traditional mummy-style application for clients desiring size loss.

Time: Allow 75 minutes of treatment time. Client lounge time is 45 minutes.
Cost: Salons will charge $75 to $150 for this treatment depending on location, overhead, etc. Towels/blankets are washed/dried between clients and reused.

Supplies:

• Set-N-Me-Free Aloe Body Wash - client should use at home or in spa shower prior to treatment for best product penetration and effectiveness.
• Set-N-Me-Free Body Wrap Solution - mixed 3 quarts water to 1 quart wrap solution in a 6 quart warming unit and warmed to 150F. (Save leftover solution in the refrigerator)
• Set-N-Me-Free Body Wrap Solution Gel - warmed for comfort to 100F. (do not microwave)
• 1 natural bristle body masking brush - wet the bristles to keep it from absorbing the solution gel
• 6-9 cotton cocoon wrap towels (22x30 inches or larger) - soaked in the Set-N-Me-Free Body Wrap Solution until saturated and hot
• Thermal Gloves
• Plastic Sheeting - One half of a 9'x12' painter's drop cloth should be ideal.
  • 1 cotton blanket large enough to wrap around your client or a heated blanket set on low, or a foil sheet laid over client
  • 1 cotton sheet large enough to wrap around your client
  • 2 towels for spa draping

Prepare before client arrives:

1. Soak cotton cocoon towels in prepared Wrap Solution and heat to 150F (do not microwave)
2. Warm Body Wrap Solution Gel to a comfortable temperature for application (100F+/-) (do not microwave)
3. Layer on a massage table or facial chair in the following order: cotton blanket, plastic sheeting, cotton sheet

When client arrives:

1. Client Intake/Health History - No spa treatment should be done without a complete intake form. If you find a client is contraindicated for the Set-N-Me-Free Aloe & Herb Body Wrap please see alternate methods at the end of these instructions
2. If your client has showered at home with the Set-N-Me-Free Aloe Body Wash skip to step 3. If not: Have them use the spa shower if available or follow the cleansing application at the end of these instructions
3. Have your client use the restroom (so much easier to do before rather than in the middle of the treatment).
4. Have your client disrobe and use provided towels to cover appropriately
5. Use thermal gloves, wring out towels so they do not drip. Place them in a bowl and cover with a towel to keep warm
6. Pour approximately 2 ounces of warm Body Wrap Solution Gel into a warmed small bowl.

Protocol

1. It is important for your clients comfort to work quickly or your client will chill.
2. With client in a sitting position, apply a thin layer of Body Wrap Gel with the brush to the upper and lower back, shoulders, and backs of arms.
3. Immediately remove one towel from your bowl and drape it over clients back. Assist client to lie down.
4. With the brush, apply a thin layer of Body Wrap Gel to the chest and abdomen. Again cover with hot towel.
5. The next area is the arms. Apply Body Wrap Gel and wrap a towel around each arm.
6. Wrap the cotton sheet and plastic sheeting together around client to cover and retain warmth.
7. Apply Body Wrap Gel to one leg and wrap a towel around it. If your client is very large you may need two towels on each leg. Place one under the leg and one over the leg. Repeat with second leg.
8. Wrap cotton sheet and plastic sheeting around client and tuck it in.
9. Wrap the cotton blanket up over your client from shoulders to toes and tuck it over a pillow under the legs and neck for comfort.
10. Client should relax comfortably without perspiring for 45 minutes, then unwrap.
11. Any Body Wrap Gel that is still damp on the skin can be massaged in like a lotion.
12. Finish with an application of Set-N-Me-Free Skin Therapy Butter or Moisturizing Aloe Lotion.

Pre-treatment cleansing massage: Dispense a dime size amount of Set-N-Me-Free Aloe Body Wash into a wash basin and add a small amount of water. Dip a soft washcloth into the basin and using a circular motion cleanse the skin. Use a warm damp cloth to rinse. Allow an extra 10 minutes for the Cleansing massage.

Alternative Solutions:

To increase relaxation benefits use Set-N-Me-Free Body Wrap Solution with Lavender. For clients who are contraindicated for the Aloe & Herb detoxication blend (see the Client Intake instructions in your training manual) you may use the cocoon wrap method using the d'Aloe Gentle Gel and the Natural Aloe Liquid. Aromatherapy may be customized to suit your clients' needs by adding essential oils to the Natural Aloe Liquid but NOT to the Aloe & Herb detoxification blend.