By Jackie Waters December 20, 2017 If you suffer from chronic pain, you’re well aware of that before an official diagnosis. But something about being diagnosed with a chronic pain condition can trigger an extra bit of fear and stress.[...]
Massage therapists versed in lymph drainage massage are in a position to assist the growing population of women who have received breast cancer treatment. The American Cancer Society estimates there will be over 252,000 new cases of breast cancer in 2017,[...]
The word “sciatica” can sound scary if you don’t know exactly what it is. I know from personal experience, having suffered from it during pregnancy. If you’ve landed on this page it’s probably because you are suffering from, or are[...]
DISCLAIMER: It is understood that these techniques are for the purpose of education and contributing to the well-being of the individual. These home care activities are designed with prevention as the primary goal and are not to be used as[...]
By GAIL ROSENBLUM , STAR TRIBUNE April 18, 2017 – 8:55 AM That’s really up to you, says our expert, Cari Pelava, who answered a few embarrassing questions we posed so you wouldn’t have to. Client time is healing time,[...]
Dresdin Archibald Coach Olympic Weightlifting, Strength and Conditioning Soft-tissue treatment is an important part of the recovery process for many weightlifters. Massage is probably the most favored method. Massage is used to speed recovery following heavy single workouts, competitions, or[...]
What is sports massage? Sports massage has been around for quite a few years, but it has grown in popularity over the last five years. Sportsmen and sportswomen are more visible and accessible to the public eye than ever before,[...]
By Amy Wallace | April 3, 2017 Researchers at the School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at Indiana University-Purdue University Indianapolis found real-world massage therapy is an effective treatment for chronic low back pain. The small study included 104 patients[...]
May 2, 2017 by Heath and Nicole Reed Osteoarthritis is a painful joint disorder involving inflammation and the loss of healthy cartilage in one or more joints. By far, the most common type of arthritis is osteoarthritis, which is also known[...]
Author: Anita Shannon, L.M.T. Photo Courtesy of Anita Shannon Cupping therapy, or vacuum therapy, can be used for a variety of applications, from head to toe. One special focus is the head, neck and face, as these are often areas[...]
How to Prolong the Benefits of Bodywork By Barbara Hey A massage works in wonderful ways, easing stress and pain, calming the nervous system, increasing circulation, loosening tight muscles, stimulating internal organs, and enhancing skin. The multiplicity of physiological responses[...]
When you schedule your next massage session, why not consider a Himalayan Salt Stone massage session? The benefits are amazing. You can see the effects of the salt after one session. Your skin, body and mind will thank you! Himalayan[...]
