You can change the plan during the appointment.

Before treatment, you should understand what is proposed and have room to ask questions. Signing a form is not a reason to continue with something you no longer want.

Understand the proposal.

CMTO's consent standard requires an informed discussion covering the nature of treatment, expected benefits, material risks and side effects, alternatives and the likely consequences of not proceeding. You can ask for an explanation in language you understand.

Explain relevant preferences and concerns before the treatment begins. If you want someone to assist with communication, discuss that arrangement in advance. Do not feel obliged to pretend a term is clear when it is not.

Keep your choices available.

You may refuse or withdraw consent. You can ask to stop, change pressure or leave an area untreated. Treatment of sensitive areas has additional consent requirements, including written consent; ask the therapist to explain what applies before proceeding.

A change does not require a persuasive speech. Clear phrases can be enough: "Please stop," "I do not want that area treated," or "Explain the alternative before we continue." You can ask a question even if you already asked one earlier.

Take unresolved concerns seriously.

If the conversation leaves you uncertain, pause the decision. You can choose not to proceed while you obtain clarification. Paying for an appointment does not remove your ability to decide what happens during it.

CMTO provides information about patient expectations and a process for concerns about registered practitioners. If something about care or professional conduct worries you, use the regulator's current guidance to understand your options.

A useful appointment makes space for communication throughout. Your preferences are part of the information needed to plan care, including when they change.