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- Sensual Massage Sessions - a Mode of Sexual Bliss N Emotional Intimacy! - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2018 from Ron SpencerResearch reveals that around 40-50% of women take their orgasms at some point or the other. And for men, the number is 25-30%. The prime reasons for this are excessive work pressure, emotional clutter, illness to the regular business stress. These are the factors that make one person shut down ...
Views: 783(1 vote) - Solution For Simple Summer Soreness - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2008 from Joseph HolmesI can only imagine the number of you out there who put in about as many hours in your vegetable garden—or flower garden—as you do in your 9 to 5 job. Some of you may have signed up for your company softball team or neighborhood volleyball team or a soccer team with a group of your friends. ...
Views: 860(1 vote) - Tantric Healing Touch - Enhancing Intimacy and Ecstasy - by Submitted on Apr 14, 2010 from Crystal MorrisTantra teaches that touch can be very powerful when used with the intent to heal and awaken another person. With an open mind and some practice anyone can learn how to give and receive Tantric healing touch. Learning how to give and receive touch with presence offers many benefits. 1) The ...
Views: 5571(4 votes) - TENS Unit Electrode Placement Guide - by Submitted on Mar 06, 2019 from Jessica RoggersPain relieving modalities are the most commonly used in physical therapy. When a patient experiences pain they have difficulty participating in their rehabilitation regimen. One of the main goals in pain management in physical therapy is to have a modality that is non-invasive and efficient. ...
Views: 676(1 vote) - Thai Massage: The Stress Buster - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2010 from Shai PlonskiStretch me! Open me! Move me! If you listen well, your body is constantly communicating with you in a language that we often ignore. When we are tired, or after hard work, it is common to get up, stretch, and take a deep breath to relax. This exercise helps to rejuvenate the body by letting the ...
Views: 3349(2 votes) - The Benefits of Prenatal Massage - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2011 from Heather BettisonPrenatal massage, also called pregnancy massage, is used to relieve the stress that pregnancy puts on a woman's body. During pregnancy the body changes rapidly. The organs shift. The ligaments of the hips relax. The abdomen stretches. The center of gravity changes. All of these things cause ...
Views: 1020(1 vote) - The Effectiveness Of Tens Unit Electrodes - by Submitted on Mar 15, 2019 from Jessica RoggersEntering a few details TENS represents Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation. Electric driving forces are utilized to give rest from torment. It's a blend of designing and your body to get relief from proceeding with torments. Cathodes have a deciding case while offering the loosening ...
Views: 620(1 vote) - The Many Benefits of Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Nov 22, 2010 from Robert JonesMassage therapy is very important for the human body. It relaxes the body and helps in the stimulation of the tissues of our body. Registered massage therapists help in proper rehabilitation after an injury. Massage therapy maintains the proper functioning of body. Massage therapists mostly use ...
Views: 967(2 votes) - The Most Popular Types of Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Nov 18, 2010 from sarah labdarThere are over 100 different types of massage practiced in today’s society. Each one uses different techniques, strokes and instruments throughout the massage to accomplish the ultimate goal of healing. For each different type of massage there is a specific training, hands on hours and state ...
Views: 1667(1 vote) - Things you must know about: TENS - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2018 from Jessica RoggersTo use a TENS unit, you place sticky electrodes on the skin around a painful area, such as on the small of your back. When the TENS unit is turned on it delivers a small current through the electrodes to the skin and tissues just beneath it. You are likely to feel a bit of pins-and-needles ...
Views: 591(1 vote) - Unify Your Body and Soul with the Ka Huna Hawaiian Massage! - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Ben PianeseThe Ka Huna Hawaiian massage is a very special massage procedure that used to be carried out by the high priests of the ancient Hawaiian temples. In the past, this massage style was used only for royalty. However, things have changed nowadays, with the Ka Huna Hawaiian massage becoming widely ...
Views: 1669(1 vote) - Using a TENS Unit for Yourself - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2018 from Jessica RoggersLook at investing in a TENS unit, if you’re looking to decrease the pain you feel from a sports accident whenever you’re exercising. These can help you to control your pain so you can find the maximum. TENS units are utilized to help whenever they rehabilitate their muscles; patients manage ...
Views: 706(1 vote) - Want to give the best massage? Here are some tips to follow - by Submitted on May 23, 2016 from Ron SpencerTo relax and rejuvenate your body, massages are the best option and its one of the biggest stress busters for people these days. Be it arthritis, headaches or depression, there are several kinds of massages for different ailments. However, the most popular type is a head to toe relaxation ...
Views: 784(1 vote) - Water- Natures Miracle Remedy - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2010 from Andrew WolfeHave you ever been told by your massage therapist after receiving a massage to drink plenty of water? You may ask yourself, ''Why is this"? The body is mostly composed of fluids. The skin holds the fluids in as well as holding other structures together - like a body suit. Fluids in the body ...
Views: 2707(2 votes) - What Can I Expect from A Couples Massage? - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2020 from Anna SwiftThe couple's massages are unique opportunities for multiple reconnections. This is because through them you will be able to get in touch again with your inner being and at the same time, retake that perhaps neglected bond of eros love that makes you one with your ideal person, from the very ...
Views: 697(1 vote) - Why Couples Massage in Auckland is the Best Way to Reconnect - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2016 from Ron SpencerThe certainties: A couples rub helps you reconnect. Regularly, couples are occupied and observe little time alone without agonising over what they have to complete or haven't completed that day, notes an authorised marriage and family advisor. "However, amid a session of couples massage in ...
Views: 909(1 vote) - Why Detox ? - by Submitted on Dec 31, 2012 from Holly MullinWhy Detox? "Why do we need to Detox? Aren't our bodies designed to do this process naturally?" This is probably the question I hear far above and beyond any other. Why detox? When our bodies are designed to rid itself of waste products, what is the purpose of cleansing? Our bodies were ...
Views: 2638(1 vote) - Why Getting A Massage Is Great For Your Well Being - by Submitted on Feb 02, 2019 from Jaclyn TengGetting a massage can do many things for a person. It can loosen all of the muscles that have tightened up due to stress or labor, but it can also relax you and generally make you feel better. This is why it is so sad that there are still so many people that avoid a massage due to ...
Views: 585(1 vote) - Why It's Important for Massage Therapists to Choose a Specialty - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2011 from Laurie CraigWhen massage therapists finish school and begin working, they might not immediately think of developing their skills for a niche market - after all, massage school is just the beginning, and you learn some of your most invaluable skills on the job! While most massage therapists focus on ...
Views: 1107(2 votes) - Massage Therapy for Insomnia - by Submitted on Mar 25, 2010 from Brigitte FaubertCauses of Insomnia Insomnia is a symptom that comes along with several health problem. A person may have difficulties falling asleep or staying asleep even though the opportunity to do so is present. Since it is a symptom, it is important to determine the origin of it's cause. For some, it ...
Views: 4755(4 votes) - Boost your Immune System with Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Sep 27, 2010 from rachel mccleanThere are so many benefits to massage therapy that it is hard to know where to start. There are benefits to one’s mind and body. It can help a person deal with stress, by helping them relax and help one achieve a more positive frame of mind. It can also be beneficial in easing a person’s ...
Views: 2169(3 votes) - Hepatits :- Ayurvedic & Yogic Treatment - by Submitted on Oct 14, 2010 from Naveen AryaHepatitis Among the many diseases that can affect the liver the most common is Hepatitis (a viral infection of the liver). Drugs, viruses, bacteria, mushrooms, and parasites like amoebas or giardiasis can cause hepatitis. The most common hepatitis viruses affecting the liver are named for ...
Views: 2882(3 votes) - Is it safe to get a pregnancy massage during the first trimester?? - by Submitted on May 02, 2011 from Regine RousseauI've worked at many reputable spas and with many competent and highly trained massage professionals throughout my 10-year career plus training in massage therapy. Yet year after year I've witnessed the same apprehension from therapists to massage pregnant women in their first trimester and ...
Views: 2834(3 votes) - Massage Therapy & Zen Yoga - by Submitted on Feb 27, 2010 from Aaron HoopesZen Yoga can be a wonderful addition to Massage Therapy. It is a means of preparing each client to better understand the function of his or her own body, mind and spirit, and how to find a peaceful balance between all three. Zen Yoga blends Tai Chi, Qigong, Shanti Yoga, and Mindful ...
Views: 3786(6 votes) - Live With Less Pain Through Massage Therapy - by Submitted on May 13, 2010 from Alice SanvitoSo many people live with unnecessary pain. Are you one of them? I'm astounded and dismayed at the number of people who believe that they have to live with their aches and pains, pains that could be alleviated, often quickly and easily. They seem to believe that there's nothing to be done. They ...
Views: 2110(4 votes) - Marketing Massage - How To Build A Steady Stream of Clients! - by Submitted on Feb 15, 2006 from James ThomasIf you give really great massage treatments all the time it's true that your clients may recommend you to their friends, which may generate more business for you, however when it comes down to it, just being a great therapist does not guarantee that you will be able to build a thriving and ...
Views: 13199(2 votes) - Once You Have Had a Kahuna, You Will Never Go Back! - by Submitted on Aug 13, 2009 from Nigel CoatesSo, you are not feeling 100%. Work is full of stress, family life is running you ragged, and the bills are never ending. If you could just have a 'time-out' to recharge and refresh, life would be wonderful! Well, when was your last Massage? When did you last take time away from the pressures ...
Views: 2334(2 votes) - Pain Relief and Bodywork - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2008 from Sean wolfAs consumers, you literally have hundreds of modalities to choose from to get a variety of releases with bodywork. But…have you ever stopped to pay attention to what your therapist is actually doing with these modalities? Most of the time, they do these modalities because some expert told them ...
Views: 1570(2 votes) - The Benefits and Contraindications of Sports Remedial Massage - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Ben PianeseSports remedial massage is a kind of therapeutic massage that combines multiple benefits, taken from old massage techniques and modern medical science. Unlike its name may suggest, this kind of therapy is not exclusively used by athletes. Due to its multiple benefits, about anyone can resort to ...
Views: 3753(2 votes) - What Problems Does Deep Tissue Massage Target and Who Can Benefit From it? - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Ben PianeseWhat Does Deep Tissue Massage Refer To? As its name suggests, this type of massage technique focuses on the specific structures of the muscle and connective tissues. It works on realigning these profound layers, releasing the tension from the area. Thus, it ameliorates the chronic pain that ...
Views: 1487(2 votes) - Did you know your muscles have memories? - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2010 from Kyana MinerIt’s probably not a surprise to you that any repeated physical movements we do in our lifetime affects our muscles. For example, if you sit at a computer 8 hours a day, 5 days a week, your shoulders, neck, or low back may began to hold a Chronic Stress Pattern. However, physical stress is not ...
Views: 4640(5 votes) - Medical massage therapy and insurance coverage. - by Submitted on Apr 23, 2010 from Andrew WolfeMedical massage therapy is recognized as a health care provision under rehabilitation outpatient coverage under most major medical plans. Specific plan coverage’s vary according to the benefit package your plan and/or employer offer. Medical massage therapy definition is the ability to heal, ...
Views: 6059(5 votes) - The Simpe elegance of healing - by Submitted on Mar 01, 2010 from Damian MatthewsWhat actually heals you when you are hurt or sick? The doctor may set the broken bone, but the body heals the break. The doctor puts the stitches in the cut but the body heals the wound. Don't get me wromg, if I break a bone I want the best bone setter to get the parts back in line, but it is ...
Views: 1998(5 votes) - Spinology 13 Reasons to See a Spinologist on a Regular Basis - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2009 from Michael MeyerThe SPINE Centre 1st Floor GAA Building Greystones, Co. Wicklow, Ireland www.thespinecentre.ie www.spinology.org 13 Reasons to get Your Spine Checked for Spinal Occlusions (misalignments) on a Regular Basis! We all know that maintenance is the best policy when possible. Spinology ...
Views: 6242(3 votes) - Spinology---Living at Your Fullest Potential - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Michael MeyerSPINOLOGY—Living at Your Fullest Potential By- Michael Meyer, Certified Spinologist Director of the European School of Spinology www.spinology.org www.thespinecentre.ie Spinology is a fairly new profession, having been founded in 1980 by Dr. Reginald R. Gold from ...
Views: 2921(3 votes) - What Is The Right Kind Of Massage For Me? - by Submitted on May 18, 2010 from Alice SanvitoMassage is an ancient healing art that has been practiced in every culture. Captain Cook once described how his back pain was successfully treated with massage by the native people during his stay in the Hawaiian Islands. Massage has evolved and taken many paths and continues to evolve during ...
Views: 3461(3 votes) - Help for Low Back Pain - by Submitted on May 09, 2010 from Shalan HillHave Low Back Pain? Yoga and massage are the perfect formula to relieve low back pain. Do some lunge stretches, to open the hip flexors (fronts of the hips). Long stride walking can really help too! Professional massages by an experienced therapist can really get you back to feeling pain ...
Views: 2479(4 votes) - How To Give A Great Five Minute Massage - by Submitted on Nov 01, 2007 from Chris SimonNot many things top a shoulder and neck massage. And just about everyone knows even a simple back massage or shoulder rub can be incredibly relaxing. Now, giving a professional therapeutic massage is something that definitely requires training and years of practice. But, there are some ...
Views: 15565(4 votes) - 5 Attributes Of Every Successful Massage Therapist - by Submitted on Feb 12, 2006 from James ThomasIn every professional field there are practitioners that have all the success they desire and those that struggle just to pay the bills. As a professional massage therapist for 6 years (now retired) I have experienced both of these realities but at the height of my career I had a thriving and ...
Views: 8009(2 votes) - 5 Quick Tips for Lower Back Massage - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2019 from Obeid BanghashIt gets difficult to find comfort in the fast paced routine. You wake up tired, get along the daily routine, hoping that things would either get easier or less stressing and when you get back home you find yourself in a pile of all kinds of home chores. Finally, when you hit the bed, the body ...
Views: 706(1 vote) - Addressing Your Massage Clients' Needs - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2010 from Laurie CraigAside from effective massage techniques, one of the most important aspects to giving a good massage is to understand and address your massage client's needs. By fully understanding your client's issues, problem areas, and preferred treatment methods, you can be well prepared to address a number ...
Views: 1932(2 votes) - Ayurveda Massage To Ensure You More Healthier - by Submitted on Jan 04, 2013 from Siddharth GautamAyurveda is the ancient Indian system that based on the holistic medicine. This system of kerala ayurveda firstly originated from the Asian boundaries that specifically started from India. In earlier days of ancient time when these new medical systems of allopathic and homeopathy were not ...
Views: 1053(1 vote) - Benefits Of Massage Without A Spa Or Club - by Submitted on Aug 10, 2011 from Jodi GarrettIt is easy to get the benefits of massage without a spa or club. Getting a massage frequently can do more than make you feel pampered. It is therapeutic and available for the home, in the office, or anywhere you are feeling the need to relax or relieve tension in your body. There are chairs, ...
Views: 1034(1 vote) - Choosing background music for Massage treatments. - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2012 from Vaughan JonesChoosing the best music for Massage. Many holistic therapists and spas find that using background music in the therapy room can have several benefits, both for the practitioner and the client alike. With such a wide variety of ‘Relaxation Music’ or ‘Massage Music’ available to download ...
Views: 3211(1 vote) - Deep Tissue Massage, A Simple Perspective - by Submitted on Apr 01, 2011 from Claude RatliffDeep Tissue massage therapy is a manual method that uses a systematic application of pressure, and very slow movements, to relieve muscle problems such as tension, contracted tissue, and adhesions. That is, as they used to say, a mouth-full. Let’s break it down. Muscle tissue is ...
Views: 939(1 vote) - Erotic Massage - by Submitted on Mar 26, 2009 from Al Link and Pala CopelandPrimarily for arousal, erotic massage focuses, although not exclusively, on tantalizing skin-to-skin contact that becomes increasingly sexual as the massage continues. Using light, feathery touches begin moving inwards from the extremities of your lover’s body, for example from her toes, up her ...
Views: 5322(1 vote) - Experience Holistic Healing with a Full Body Massage - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Sana MoorsThe full body massage is perhaps the best way through which you can treat the muscles and soft tissues of the body. It is a unique way of relieving pain and eliminating tension in your muscles. What happens as a result is that the pores of the skin are opened up and wastes eliminated. The whole ...
Views: 1343(1 vote) - Find Best Acupuncture Services in Hamilton New Zealand - by Submitted on Dec 20, 2018 from Carey GiddensIf you're looking for another way to manage your fibromyalgia pain or reduces nausea, and vomiting after surgery & chemotherapythen, you may be able to get some relief from acupuncture. You should also remember that acupuncture probably works best when you combine it with other treatments.It has ...
Views: 931(1 vote) - Finding the Best Massage Therapist for You - by Submitted on May 21, 2009 from Maryanne Lane LMT Cert EFTThere are so many types of massages out there that the average person is left confused, and finds it hard to convey the type of modality they are looking for until they educate themselves. Unfortunately for some, that means wasting a lot of money receiving sub par massages. The field of massage ...
Views: 1479(2 votes) - Full Body Massage - How’s It Beneficial? - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2013 from Sana MoorsIt is not easy to decide which type of massage is ideal for your body. Generally, the massage therapist focuses on a full body massage. These areas are usually known as trigger points. When massaged appropriately, the areas release any of the built-up knots in the muscles which trigger pain and ...
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