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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: 2211
Thai 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: 2208
How you can use jojoba oil:
As a leave-in conditioner, place a small amount in your hair, rub your hands together and wipe the oil though your hair. You can either leave it in or wash it out with a mild shampoo. You can also add 2 tbsp. of jojoba oil into the bottle of your favorite ... Views: 2198
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: 2183
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: 2171
So, 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: 2170
Most people that instinctively rub their necks and shoulders when their muscles are sore and tense have no idea they are employing a self healing technique called self-massage.
Most people that instinctively rub their necks and shoulders when their muscles are sore and tense have no idea they ... Views: 2167
The 42-Pound Head
Erik Dalton, Ph.D.
as published in Massage Today Magazine May 2010
It’s not unusual to have clients walk into your office sporting a 12-pound head that has migrated three inches forward of their shoulders. You are sure prior to palpation that their cervical extensors ... Views: 2160
Do 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: 2151
Perhaps you might have enjoyed a massage in the past. While relaxing massages are enjoyable...neuromuscular or NMT is just one of the massage techniques address pain. You must understand that your nervous system controls everything in your body, including muscle tension and threshold of ... Views: 2150
There are a number of strategies for plantar fasciitis treatment. Most people who suffer from heel pain believe that they have a heel spur or plantar fasciitis. The general course of action is to stop the activity and allow the injury to recover. The first thing to determine is this. What is the ... Views: 2141
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: 2140
Bowtech term is an abbreviation of the words “Bowen” and “Technique”. It is a holistic vibrational healing therapy which was invented by the Australian physiotherapist Tom Bowen on 1950, while he was trying to find a cure for his wife asthma disease. Tom Bowen used to apply his therapy to ... Views: 2125
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: 2118
You might have seen it in several websites and magazines. It seems that everyone is all too interested in providing advice to others on how to choose the best therapist for a Manly massage session and these suggestions are often extremely valuable. But it's time to look at thinks from a ... Views: 2097
"Hum log geeta ko maante hain, geeta ki nahin maante" implying we believe in the Bhagvat geeta more in the letter than in the spirit - anything moral and legal that leads to peace, happiness and equanimity comes under the purview of applied spirituality. Focus should be on correct thinking & ... Views: 2094
Summer is the time for relaxation, recreation, vacation etc. all in an effort to relieve stress. Stress is an everyday phenomenon in our lives, whether you are pursuing your dream career, preparing for that special day or trying to recreate passion in your life.
According to Doctor Herbert ... Views: 2093
In order to give a great massage, it's imperative to help your clients relax as soon as possible. I've found that over the years of my practice, these techniques done in a certain order are very efficient and extremely effective in getting your massage clients to relax fast. Helping to guide ... Views: 2084
You 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: 2067
There 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: 2065
Harvest is upon us again. It is a time to gather and take in the bounty of our labors. It is also a time of reflection, a time to look within and assess our needs; to take inventory and appreciate what we have. In the medical community and with the reminders in the media, we realize it is also ... Views: 2065
One 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: 2065
Medical massage is a specialized branch of our profession. I am interviewing various branch representatives to show the array of potential directions we have as therapists.
What is your background?
I am a medical massage practitioner. I graduated from The National Massage Therapy ... Views: 2059
Massage therapists differ in their opinions on how to go about treating a swelling. Some say that a massage should not be performed if a swelling is present since massage blocks the lymphatic vessels. Others would only perform a modality of massage that has been designed specifically for the ... Views: 2047
Choosing the right massage school is an important consideration on your path to becoming a massage therapist. Throughout your massage therapy program, you will be taught a variety of massage therapy techniques, ranging from Swedish, deep tissue, orthopedic, cross fiber, and neuromuscular. You ... Views: 2028
So 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: 1991
One of the best gifts you could give to partner is the exhillarating experience of a full-body massage. In addition to immense therapeutic value, a professional massage is your one-way ticket to Pleasureville. Massage uses touch through rubbing or kneading of parts of the body to aid ... Views: 1987
Have you been experiencing pain? Maybe you've got some low back pain, neck pain, or hip pain? How about chronic tension in muscles and joints? Would you like to be able to bend over to put on socks or shoes? Do you want to feel good again? If so, you might be ready to try a type of therapeutic ... Views: 1983
Let’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: 1977
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*** Massage Strokes - by Al Link and Pala Copeland, The Official Guides To Tantra
If you are unsure how to begin to give a massage there are a few simple strokes you can learn to master easily. There are some excellent massage videos you can learn from.
Long, smooth, firm strokes following the line of muscle up and down his body.
Circular motions, ... Views: 1969
How Often Should I get a Raynor massage? http://www.raynormassage.com
Many people ask this question and the real answer is that it depends on a number of factors. With our Raynor form of massage we have as our goal of massage the complete elimination of muscular tension in the body. Along with ... Views: 1961
Researchers from various institutes, public funded and private funded equally found the invaluable benefits massage or oil rub can do to infants, their airways get cleared so do their bowels and so they gain weight and grow better than those that are deprived of a massage. Evidence says that ... Views: 1957
THE massage has always endured the dubious reputation of being a luxury reserved solely for the rich and those seeking a risqué rendezvous at the hands of a relaxing stranger.
But now, more than ever, the massage is kneading its way into the mainstream with everyday people getting rubdowns ... Views: 1954
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: 1949
Massage brings people together. Where there is conflict and misunderstanding, it calms tensions and creates unity by engendering feelings of closeness and tenderness.The following story illustrates this point.
In ancient Japan a recently married young woman had, according to custom, moved into ... Views: 1945
Before getting a massage, remember to let your practitioner know of any medical concerns or pregnancy so the practitioner can adjust the intensity of the massage techniques to prevent possible risks. It's suggested that you don't consume food before getting the massage.
The purpose of Lomi ... Views: 1942
Fulfillment is what most massage therapists find at work. Well, this does not really come as a surprise considering that massage therapy is now among the top careers in the world. Employment opportunities are plenty (with excellent chances to get a job abroad), work hours can be flexible ... Views: 1936
Early health care are focused on manual manipulation by using hands-on techniques and herbal medicines. Many of the techniques were developed as years passed due to their effectiveness and lower risks which are suitable as alternatives for modern medical care programs. Massage therapies are now ... Views: 1932
Language 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: 1928
Do you feel tense? Maybe you feel tight across the upper back between the shoulder blades, or perhaps it’s more of a stiff lower back, hips and legs.
Tight muscles create numerous problems throughout the body from aches and pain to reduced oxygen and blood flow to the tight area.
Soft ... Views: 1927
What 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: 1926
Today I will explain how and why cellulite takes hold and what you can do about it.
The bane of some women’s lives it can make skin look less attractive, and from what I have been told, forcing some women into changing which clothes they choose to buy and wear.
Cellulite causes bumps or an ... Views: 1921
The 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: 1921
Beneficial 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: 1919
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: 1915
Before you can start working as a massage therapist, you have to perform a massage interview to get the job, and interviewing for a massage position is quite different than most other interview processes. For many massage therapists, the first job they hold directly out of massage school is for ... Views: 1914
The massage in India is part of their life, breathing in their culture and for approximately 4 millennia, combined with herbs, essences and aromatic oils to awaken the natural healing system that has the body. Since children receive massage 2 to 3 times a week and after 6 years sharing the ... Views: 1907
Most 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: 1905
I often hear people (including therapists) say that Swedish Massage is ”Fluff Massage”. That is a very sad misnomer. Swedish Massage has very important therapeutic value. I cringe when I hear new therapists being encouraged to use extremely deep pressure when performing massage. It almost ... Views: 1899