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The Chinese word, Tui Na, means push (Tui) grab (Na). This ancient form of massage is one of the essential foundations of Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM). It has been practiced for thousands of years by martial artists, Qi Gong practitioners, and healers around the world to maintain health ... Views: 3042
SPINOLOGY…Non-therapeutic maintenance for the spine.
By- Michael Meyer, Certified Spinologist
Director of the European School of Spinology
Non-therapeutic??? How in the world does that work? Those were my thoughts in that order when I was first introduced to the philosophy of Spinology ... Views: 8110
Stop the Suffering, Manage The Pain.
Seven million Americans deal with this painful condition. 90% of those people are women. Your whole body aches, you're up all night tossing and turning, you are fatigued and depressed. You find it difficult to concentrate sometimes, with that "foggy" ... Views: 2435
There are definitely ways also in those times to create a sufficient income. One great way is to start a massage therapist business. To become a successful therapist, it is important not only to do a great work but to also know good marketing tactics. This can help you increase you clientele ... Views: 1082
I was leaning against the far wall of a hot and humid room in Chiang Mai, Thailand. The fan in the center of the room did little to cool the oppressive heat outside. I wasn’t worried about the heat. Instead, I was fully engrossed in neatly drawing stick figures on my weathered notepad. In front ... Views: 2588
Do you tip? Are you supposed to be nude? Do you say anything if the pressure’s too deep or not deep enough? What if you’re self-conscious about your body?
Here are the answers to massage questions you want to ask, but may be too embarrassed to.
Am I supposed to tip my massage ... Views: 3435
What you have not heard about Chronic Pain…
Have you ever had a recurring bout of chronic pain that never “really goes away completely”? For example, when you get stressed, why your neck that had whiplash seems to be a magnet for pain and stiffness? The culprit is often called scar tissue and ... Views: 1007
Reflexologists often perceive the feet and the hands as a reflection of the body. By applying foot massage or reflexology techniques, a reflexologist can dispel stress patterns in other parts of the body. Foot massage is the practice of stimulating the nerves of the feet to encourage a ... Views: 1108
After a week long of paperwork in the computer, calculating and adding up bills, making ends meet and catching up with deadlines, it is always glorious to get a massage. Once those tight, tensed and aching muscles are soothed, loosened and relaxed, it may seem as if the week long of stress and ... Views: 754
Massage has been practiced for thousands of years dating back to the ancient Greece. In fact, the word “massage” is Greek in origin meaning “to touch”. Today, massage is one of the most popular spa services and therapy that include stroking of the skin or kneading and ... Views: 1587
As 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: 1521
There is a story (based on real research that was done) about a researcher who inquired how many times people touch each other occasionally on the street. He traveled around the world and observed and counted. In china it was about 100, Japan 50, USA 80, Italy 120, Israel 90 and then he reached ... Views: 1725
In our childhood some of us have heard the expression "straiten up", "How are holding your body" and other expressions intended to improve one's posture because it is slouchy. Practically making an effort to straiten up is short term and based on force that is why after a few minutes the posture ... Views: 1996
Raynor Massage is a system of bodywork developed by Australian trained Naturopath Brandon Raynor. It covers not just the muscles of the body but also the skeletal system and the subtle body energy systems of the body.
Raynor massage is not performed as a routine massage, although we do have ... Views: 10320
If you have just graduated as a Massage Therapist and want to start up your practice from home here are some ways you get started.
First of all, let me say that starting from home is an excellent way to keep overhead costs down, build up a solid client base in the control of your own ... Views: 6083
Offering to give a relaxing massage to a friend or loved one can be one of the best gifts that you can provide for someone who has had a bad or stressful day or week.
Few people will turn down a massage, especially if you know how to properly give one. A good massage isn’t necessarily ... Views: 2289
Sports massage is designed to help pro athletes, amateur athletes, or duffers to prepare their bodies for athletic performance, recover after training or events, and/or help prevent injuries during training. There are four types of sports massages:
* pre-event sports massage -- a short, ... Views: 1275
Study after study shows that therapeutic massage has many positive effects on all systems of the body, including enhanced immune function and decreased cortisol (stress hormone) levels,. Apart from improving blood circulation, therapeutic massage also increases lymphatic circulation. Lymph is ... Views: 1414
Saya, a renowned Taiwanese, met a car accident that injured her cervical vertebrae. Her family members then tried to heal her injury by massage therapy but it made her condition worse. During Saya's old age, her neck suddenly could not move and she felt very painful. Saya quickly went to see ... Views: 2969
This article will discuss some of the biggest challenges that most of people face in finding the right training school to attend and one that will fit into their budget and schedule.
Massage therapy is becoming increasingly popular. It may be because of this that many states have taken notice ... Views: 1039
NOTE: this is a lot to take in. Only read it if you really, really want to know more about my credentials. You have been warned!
I enjoy the clients who have found me online! I have had a lot of positive response to my information (and coupons). However, if you don't know who I am or are new ... Views: 659
What is a Recession?
A recession is defined as a period of time during which the economy not only stops growing but actually shrinks for at least two consecutive quarters. As you can see from the definition, a recession is only really defined after it has already happened! You have probably ... Views: 1962
Human bodies have not changed much in the past 10,000 years; however, during the last 150 years, we have greatly changed our lifestyles. Our bodies deal with new chemicals, sleep habits, physical tasks, indoor lighting, noise, and other unnatural stimulation. The increase of psychological ... Views: 3069
In my San Antonio Massage Therapy and Bodywork practice I often treat pain from various syndromes including Thoracic Outlet Syndrome. Like many painful conditions Thoracic Outlet Syndrome responds very well to massage therapy and bodywork.
What is Thoracic Outlet Syndrome?
Though many people ... Views: 5202
In my San Antonio, Texas based Massage Therapy and Bodywork practice I often treat pain from various syndromes including Piriformis Syndrome. Like many painful conditions Piriformis Syndrome responds quite well to massage therapy and bodywork.
What is Piriformis Syndrome?
Piriformis Syndrome ... Views: 3517
When you’re getting your name out there to your potential clients, you have a variety of options. If you choose to do newspaper advertising then make sure the people you want to become your clients actually read that newspaper. If they don’t, I strongly advise advertising in another ... Views: 1037
Certain pain conditions such as tension, constant pain or even chronic pain cause considerable discomfort. To help relieve some of these conditions, a massage to penetrate more deeply was needed. This massage technique is now called deep tissue massage. When muscles are used, they can ... Views: 1283
Massage Therapy and Bodywork are very effective in treating muscular pain and related problems arising from muscular issues. For example, in my San Antonio, Texas based Massage Therapy and Bodywork practice I often treat pain from various nerve entrapment syndromes including the supposedly rare ... Views: 4719
Do you have foot pain or numbness? You could have a condition known as Tarsal Tunnel Syndrome. Massage Therapy and Bodywork are very effective in treating conditions arising from muscular and connective tissue abnormalities. In my San Antonio, Texas based Massage Therapy and Bodywork practice I ... Views: 4892
Most massage therapists receive Codes of Ethics and Standards of Practice from various sources. These lists of guidelines and rules are helpful in setting the professional standards for massage therapy. Yet, the "rules" can be slightly different from one organization to another and, like ... Views: 1804
Everything in life has a spiritual aspect, and receiving massage is no different. There are times, however, when a bodywork session seems particularly sacred and you feel as if you have transcended your ordinary material world and entered a special state. You connect with your essence and are ... Views: 2220
Everyone worries from time to time, but if your worrying starts to interrupt your daily life and causes debilitating anxiety, you may have Generalized Anxiety Disorder, or GAD. While people with GAD may begin by worrying about simple things, GAD can easily take over a person's life and cause ... Views: 877
Many people love to get massages because they feel great, but what most people may not realize is that massage also provides health benefits. When massage therapy and techniques are done properly, massage can decrease stress levels, provide muscle relaxation, and improve your immune system. ... Views: 1308
Having your masseur work kinks out of your back feels like heaven, and if you’ve ever fallen under the spell of a massage therapists’ hands, you know all to well what I mean.
Those convinced of massage therapy’s benefits by way of experience feel the results in better working muscles, how the ... Views: 807
I 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: 822
When we are touched by another person, we can focus of the physical, emotional, mental, or spiritual aspects of the touch. The physical aspect of touch is usually pretty accessible. We’re used to experiencing the sensations of pressure, speed, pleasure or pain that accompany getting touched. ... Views: 2560
Touch: it’s one of our most basic needs and yet we usually don’t spend much time considering it. We know there’s a difference between “good touch” and “bad touch,” yet these terms are often limited to the discussion of sexually inappropriate touch. When we go to a master bodyworker, we sense ... Views: 2512
Ask a Massage Therapist
Q: What is massage therapy?
A: Massage is used for simple relaxation at spas nationwide, and gift certificates for massage therapies are a popular choice for birthdays and holidays. Massage also has therapeutic benefits for certain patients who suffer with pain and ... Views: 1359
A bridge between the old and the new
Imagine yourself seated comfortably on the
soft cushioning of a mat, in a warm peaceful room, water
flowing in the background to soft soothing music. Your
thoughts begin to drift away, as you deeply inhale you
feel the warmth of the therapist’s ... Views: 1139
Edgar Cayce (1877-1945) was born with powers of perception that extended beyond most people's. By the early 1900s, Edgar Cayce was a famously documented Medical Clairvoyant healing people of a wide variety of illnesses and conditions, sometimes considered "terminal". His clairvoyant teachings ... Views: 4767
Acupressure and other holistic modalities for animals have seen a jump in popularity as animal owners look for ways to help their furry family members live longer, happier and healthier lives. Animal owners are leading the charge as they demand more options for their beloved pets. They are ... Views: 1083
You may have been referred by a friend, doctor or colleague. Whichever the case,you have scheduled your first massage appointment and you are feeling a little uneasy. It may feel a little intimidating not knowing what to expect, thinking about a stranger massaging you. Let me assure you as long ... Views: 2226
Massage feels sinfully good, doesn't it? The truth is, massage is one of the best things you can do for yourself; especially during times of change such as menopause.
This soothing therapy has been shown to lower blood press, reduce muscle pain, improve joint flexibility and alleviate ... Views: 786
A seldom considered problem for many women suffering from infertility and many other symptoms stems from physical displacement of the uterus. Even medical professionals in the United States who recognize this problem rarely have been able to address it outside of surgical procedures and or ... Views: 2221
I have often been asked my opinion about the detox remedies (patches) that are being promoted in late night infomercials or the Detox footbaths that are popping up in Chiropractic offices, salons, and recently in a ladies health club that has since closed it’s doors. I have always been ... Views: 2295
We human beings are wired for touch. We respond to touch and need it to survive. Our first instinct when we are injured is to put our hand over the affected site and oftentimes to rub it. There is a special magic that occurs when someone else touches us. The brain responds by releasing ... Views: 1135
Emily LaBathe’s introduction to massage was something of a freak coincidence. After a car accident, she signed up for a massage at a clinic neighboring her auto mechanic. She found that she enjoyed her experience so much that she began to practice on her friends and family. Aside from the ... Views: 2636
Massage is becoming a popular way to ease stress, treat chronic conditions, and ease pain. With increasing popularity, comes a higher price tag. To make the most of your massage, use these 5 simple steps.
Find your happy place.
Our lives are often quite chaotic. A quiet mind will enhance ... Views: 1284
This book review is part of a series that covers the topic of Massage and Massage Therapy. Massage and Massage Therapy involve the kneading and rubbing parts of the body to increase circulation and promote relaxation, as well as aid the process of injury healing and manage pain. ... Views: 2249
Massage is the treatment and practice of manipulation of the soft body tissues with physical, functional, i.e. mechanical, medical/therapeutic, and in some cases psychological purposes and goals. The word comes from the French massage "friction of kneading," possibly from Arabic massa ... Views: 1688