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- 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: 3704(6 votes) - Massage Therapy to Help for Anxiety- Tips from one professional to another - by Submitted on Feb 25, 2010 from Brigitte FaubertWhen I first started as a massage therapist and people would walk into my clinic complaining of anxiety, I simply thought they were really stressed and would give them a simple relaxation massage. Being disappointed with my treatments, I started to do more research on the subject since I ...
Views: 1858(4 votes) - Seasonal Affective Disorder? Aromatherapy Can Help - by Submitted on Jan 18, 2010 from Cristina Proano-CarrionIf you feel bogged down by cold and gloomy weather, you may be suffering from Seasonal Affective Disorder or SAD (yes, ‘winter blues’ is officially a clinical disorder). Just like its abbreviation, Seasonal Affective Disorder is not a pleasant state to be in. You may be a victim if you suffer ...
Views: 3070(5 votes) - Relax With A Massage! - by Submitted on Jan 11, 2010 from Patrick Driessen"If a man insisted always on being serious, and never allowed himself a bit of fun and relaxation, he would go mad or become unstable without knowing it." - Herodotus (484 BC - 430 BC) If you are tying to succeed in turning your dreams into goals, and your goals into strategies and actions, ...
Views: 1587(2 votes) - 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: 3282(2 votes) - Massage: 21st Century Medicine: A bird’s eye view of the future - by Submitted on Jan 07, 2010 from Shai PlonskiIf you are starting out on a massage career, rest assured, the best is yet to come. The population is aging and educated, interest in health is exploding, and so is our collective wealth. Whether it’s to save costs, increase productivity, or because of spiritual awareness, we live in a society, ...
Views: 1671(6 votes) - Going Beyond Massage - An interview between a Chi Nei Tsang Instructor and a Wholistic Massage Therapist - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2009 from Francesca FasanoYou can see the YouTube video “Ask the Expert – What is Chi Nei Tsang?” parts 1- 4 which feature another interview with Patty and Francesca. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=k7YlXGr2tIk PCN: Thank you Francesca for speaking with me today about Chi Nei Tsang. Can you tell me a little about Chi ...
Views: 2124(3 votes) - Giving back with care: MASSAGE THERAPY FOR THE ELDERLY - by Submitted on Dec 09, 2009 from David Woods''The tiger is ready to go. That was great!'' These were the words spoken by an 82-year-old man who just went through a geriatric massage therapy session- a comforting massage for the elderly! Massage therapists working in hospitals and nursing homes, claim that the feeling after giving a ...
Views: 3041(6 votes) - Mass"aaah"ge for Stress Relief - by Submitted on Dec 11, 2009 from Cassandra CurleyThe calming effect of a nurturing touch on the body lends that massage therapy could be a panacea for many aches, pain and anxiety. While that may be a presumptuous claim, massage therapy has proven to have a positive effect on most of the major body systems as well as to alleviate muscle ...
Views: 1978(3 votes) - Massage Therapy & the Classic Body - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2009 from David Woods''He taught me the ''magic of weekly touch ups which considerably reduced the frequency of breakups and 'mood-swings' she had''. ''When the Body Gets Working Appropriately, the Force of Gravity Can Flow Through. Then, Spontaneously, the Body Heals Itself.''- Ida Rolf The ...
Views: 1532(4 votes) - Chi Nei Tsang demystified - by Submitted on Dec 06, 2009 from Mary Ellen DerwisIf you live on the West Coast of the US or Chiang Mai you are probably familiar with Chi Nei Tsang abdominal chi massage. If not, this may be your first contact so to speak with this amazing healing modality. I will attempt to demystify it for you. Chi Nei Tsang is based in the teachings of ...
Views: 3272(2 votes) - Why Certification? - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2009 from PATRICIA GOROWAYFacial Fitness Systems is now offering Certification to all health care and beauty professionals who wish to enhance their knowledge, diversify their practices, and benefit financially by becoming a Facial Fitness Certified Instructor. Professions such as Yoga Instructors, Personal Trainers, ...
Views: 2718(3 votes) - An Introduction to Indian Head Massage - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2009 from Debbie BoehlenIndian Head Massage, also known as Champissage, has been practiced in India for over 1,000 years. It is a form of relaxation massage that focuses on the head, neck, face, shoulders and upper arms, which are important energy centers in the body where tension can accumulate, resulting in ...
Views: 5553(4 votes) - Kinesio Taping the miricle cure for knee pain and other injuries. - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from Suzanne NewmanI've worked on at least 10 people with knee problems ranging from people waiting for a knee replacement, dancers, soccer players and people with general knee problems. Every person that I worked on, once the tape was on an in-place when they got up off my table they were out of pain and felt ...
Views: 6510(4 votes) - Massage Therapy - Miraculous Demand & Fantastic Supply - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2009 from David Woods''I don't fear death because I don't fear anything I don't understand. When I start to think about it, I order a massage and it goes away.'' Hedy Lamarr Massage has been well known to cure the disease of exhaustion and fatigue. Long regarded a recreational indulgence, the world is now waking ...
Views: 1589(2 votes) - Aromatherapy Methods of Use - Making Your Own Massage Oil - by Submitted on Jun 29, 2021 from Wendy MackayOne of the basics of rules of aromatherapy is that they must be diluted to be applied to the skin. Making your own massage oil can be a wonderful way of using essential oils. Massage oils can also be used as body oils, as a way of moisturising and protecting your skin in a similar way to a body ...
Views: 3261(5 votes) - Massage for Women's Pain - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Walt MorreyThere are a number of conditions that can affect a woman’s health. For instance, Fibromyalgia and Chronic Pain Syndrome are much more common in women than in men. These conditions can start a chain reaction leading to additional health issues, however, I believe that with patience, ...
Views: 1658(3 votes) - The Quick Fix for My Life - by Submitted on Nov 13, 2009 from Walt MorreyWe see it everywhere in our culture – everyone wants the quick fix – Got a virus? Give me an antibiotic!! Got back pain? Let’s fix it with surgery!! Overweight? Just do the latest diet for a week!! I saw it advertised on TV, so it must be right. The government protects us from false ...
Views: 1835(3 votes) - Massage Therapy Schools - Why and for Whom - by Submitted on Oct 30, 2009 from David Woods''If I'd known I was going to live this long. I'd have taken better care of myself'' -- Eubie Blake at the age of 100 Such a work driven society we live in today, it's very easy to be led into a monotonous routine. Bed to desk, desk to dinner table then back to bed! The few luxuries that we ...
Views: 1788(2 votes) - Massage = Movement - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2009 from Sue ArlenOne thing we are all well aware of is that this world, and our existence within it, is in constant motion. Nothing stays the same, not even for a second. The earth itself is constantly rotating. The land masses are continually shifting and being re-shaped. The oceans are subject to ...
Views: 2123(2 votes) - What Makes Massage Therapy Schools So Popular? - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2009 from David WoodsThere are several types of massage in practice all over the world today. Many cultures are rich in healing traditions which use consistent principles of spiritual bodywork similar to those of other cultures. Massage for professional use has been around as long as professional sports existed in ...
Views: 1619(3 votes) - Does your BODY need a TUNE-UP??? - by Submitted on Oct 23, 2009 from Patricia AranaAnnouncing a new experience like none other that will get you connected to your body like never before! Whether it's a personal experience or heresy, whether it was a good experience or a bad one, it's time you defied any speculations you may have had about massage. At Taylor Made Massage, ...
Views: 3353(2 votes) - What is Thai Massage? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Shama KernThai massage is part of a family of Asian healing arts – Japanese Shiatsu, Chinese Tui Na, Indian Yoga Therapy. They all share common elements which distinguish them from Western Swedish massage. • They are performed fully clothed, generally no oil is used. Therefore the technique has to be ...
Views: 2276(5 votes) - Touching Bodies Hearts and Minds - by Submitted on Apr 17, 2019 from Shama KernLanguage is sometimes not sufficient to convey meaning. Let's look at "love". You can love your wife, your children, your job, your cup of coffee in the morning, your new hunting rifle, God, or your country. Clearly loving God is a very different concept from loving your job. Loving your ...
Views: 1998(3 votes) - Is Massage Therapeutic or Relaxing? - by Submitted on Sep 21, 2010 from Shama KernThere is a lot of information available about the benefits of massage. It has been scientifically established that massage is good for your body. It is also good for your mind; it relaxes, destresses, and temporarily shuts off incessant mental chatter. I am lucky to live in Thailand where ...
Views: 1878(3 votes) - Touching the body - reaching the soul - by Submitted on Oct 16, 2009 from Sue ArlenMost people familiar with massage and bodywork are aware of how it can benefit the body and improve physical health and wellbeing:- improved circulation and muscle tone, greater strength and flexibility, relief from pain and tension are just a handful of the positive effects that can be ...
Views: 1962(1 vote) - Fall and The Martial Arts - by Submitted on Oct 02, 2009 from Bruce HutchinsonWith the weather getting colder outside training for all but the hard core practitioners is coming to an end. Moving inside we are returning to limited space, at home you may find only a few feet to train in, and unless you have access to an open gym you might not find significant space to ...
Views: 1611(4 votes) - Massage Therapy – Other types of massage - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2009 from Allen AndersonMassage therapy is derived from many medical and spiritual or metaphysical concepts prevalent throughout human history. Concepts of natural healing like acupuncture and Reiki form part of a wealth of ancient knowledge that has survived the passage of time through passage of the healing arts from ...
Views: 1270(1 vote) - Why have a massage today? - by Submitted on Sep 16, 2009 from Pam HauserMassage offers real health benefits. Although I've heard that some people are not getting massage because of our “recession”, the fact is that I have re-built my business this past year despite that. Recessions are a time of increased anxiety and fear for many people. Some have lost jobs, others ...
Views: 1458(4 votes) - 6 essential components of a thai massage - by Submitted on Sep 14, 2009 from Eric DexterWhat sets a Thai massage apart from other massages is that it does not work on a particular organ or a couple of muscles, but strives to work on the whole body. The Thai massage is a form of bodywork that has developed from the Chinese practices as well as from the Indian Ayurveda. It works on ...
Views: 2005(2 votes) - Corporate Chair Massage - by Submitted on Sep 11, 2009 from OneTouch MassageExtending your services into corporate chair massage is an excellent career move for massage therapists. You can naturally market your massage services and open yourself up to a wider client base through corporate massage. Massage in the workplace allows you to reach individuals who may never ...
Views: 2597(1 vote) - Benefits of Water - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Pam HauserI am writing a book on “Spring Cleaning for Your Body: How to gently detox while continuing to live your life”. In doing research for my book, I am re-reading a book called Your body's Many Cries for Water by F. Batmanghelidj, MD. His message is simple and profound. DRINK WATER! Apparently ...
Views: 1309(1 vote) - 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: 6173(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: 2861(3 votes) - Health Connection - Your Source for Massage Equipment - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Health ConnectionHealth Connection provides some of the best massage equipment that is on the market today. Excellent customer service and satisfaction guaranteed. The massage equipment offered at Health Connection supplies massage solutions for you and your horse. Health Connection is one of the few health ...
Views: 1694(1 vote) - Treat Your Feet with a Foot Massager - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Health ConnectionDo your feet hurt? Or do you just need a moment to relax, let loose and forget about the stress of your day? The Health Connection Reflexology Foot Massager is exactly what you are looking for! Health Connections' foot massager with optional infrared heat is a truly revolutionary product in the ...
Views: 2187(1 vote) - Equine massage therapy helps keep your horse in top shape - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Health ConnectionA horse's body is 60 percent muscle so it only makes sense that they can suffer from the same sort of muscle and joint aches and pains that humans experience. Similarly, just like a good massage can work wonders on the human body, equine massage therapy can make a big difference for the horse as ...
Views: 1554(1 vote) - Hand held massager - by Submitted on Sep 09, 2009 from Health ConnectionA hand held massager is a great alternative to the more traditional practice of using a professional massage therapist. The Health Connection self massager is designed for easy use with a long handle shaped for the contours of your body allowing you to? Ease pain, stress, tightness and fatigue ...
Views: 3145 - Massage Therapies That Cure All Ills - by Submitted on Sep 02, 2009 from Fred QuayeMassaging has been an acknowledged way of inducing the healing process for thousands of years. But when in need of distressing and loosening up after a hectic day at work, people also sometimes have a massage. Of course massage is available for anyone to use and can prove to be a great tonic to ...
Views: 1039(2 votes) - A Massage is For Everyone - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from David WrightMost people carry a lot of stress in life. To have a job that has a lot of stress is just common in the world today. That is why so many people are turning to massage therapy as a profession. It is a growing trend for people to have stressful lives all year long, but take breaks for holidays and ...
Views: 1029(4 votes) - The Art of Healing Massage - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from David WrightThe benefits of getting a properly done massage is only something that someone who has received one can fully appreciate. When the muscles that are in our body, especially our backs and necks, get tight, and sore, it affects us in ways that we aren't even fully aware of. Stiff muscles and ...
Views: 982(4 votes) - The Benefits of Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Feb 24, 2010 from David WrightMany people consider massage a luxury, and not something that could be considered a treatment for some medical conditions. However, there are a lot of benefits to this sort of therapy. It is definitely something that would be helpful for most people to do from time to time. One of the ...
Views: 837(3 votes) - Unwinding Your Core Through Abdominal Chi Massage - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Francesca FasanoWe hear a lot today about strengthening our core, moving from our core, or our center. What does this really mean? What is our “core” anyway? Simply put, it is the center of gravity in our body located in our abdomen in the area from the navel to the pubic bone. Our core is a very integral ...
Views: 2808(4 votes) - Removing blockages to happiness - by Submitted on Aug 31, 2009 from Roger FontaineLet’s only be limited by our imagination. Every day in my healing clinic I encounter clients who are restricted and blocked in their happiness and wellbeing. The causes and origins are multiple and complex and not resolved in a single one hour treatment. However a process is begun and a pathway ...
Views: 2053(3 votes) - Massage Therapy Training – Types of Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Aug 20, 2009 from Allen AndersonMassage is a common practice used by everyday people as a means to relax and unwind after a tense week at work or a tiring holiday. Since ancient times, spiritual and natural healers have used massage therapy techniques to cure illnesses and heal injuries to the body or mind. Many of the most ...
Views: 1549(1 vote) - 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: 2248(2 votes) - Massage: Feel Fabulous, Gain Benefits - by Submitted on Aug 07, 2009 from Gael DrumApart from feeling absolutely fabulous, there are many benefits gained by the therapeutic treatment, massage. Too many people view this therapy as an indulgence rather than a wonderful preventative to health problems. They turn to it for its powerful benefits only when their body has been ...
Views: 1320(2 votes) - Beneficial Effects of Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Lee TrittBeneficial Effects of Massage Therapy Peer-reviewed medical research has shown that the benefits of massage include pain relief, reduced trait anxiety and depression, and temporarily reduced blood pressure, heart rate, and state anxiety.[2] Theories behind what massage might do include ...
Views: 1971(2 votes) - The Hidden Cause of Neck Pain and Lower Back Pain - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Stephen AkamineNeck Pain and Lower Back Pain complexities? Neck Pain and Lower Back Pain are the 2 most common forms of pain in the human anatomy, yet the cause of either can be complex at times due to so many different causes. One of those is often very difficult to diagnose, frequently overlooked, and is ...
Views: 6308(1 vote) - The Hidden Source of Muscle Pain and Soft Tissue Pain - by Submitted on Aug 05, 2009 from Stephen AkamineWhy is it called a hidden source of Muscle Pain and Soft Tissue Pain? There is a source of Muscle Pain and Soft Tissue Pain that can be difficult to pinpoint, because the pain is felt in a location that is not the source of the problem, and if not treated properly is oftentimes difficult to ...
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