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- Lower Back Pain Strategies - by Submitted on Feb 10, 2012 from Paula NuttingLower Back Pain Strategies by Your Musculoskeletal Specialist Paula Nutting Mobility – the ability of the musculoskeletal structures or segments of the body to move or be moved to allow the presence of range of notion for functional activities. The ability of an individual to initiate, control ...
Views: 1556(1 vote) - Tension 101 - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2007 from Chris SimonTHE BASICS Imagine a car that’s idling too fast. It’s revved up and working hard but nothing useful is happening. The motor’s burning more fuel, creating more pollution and experiencing added wear and tear. Well, it’s kind of the same with muscle tension. It doesn’t help you move and it ...
Views: 1554 - Ortho-Bionomy® - A Philosophical Perspective - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2011 from Richard ChamberlinWhen explaining to people what exactly the bodywork therapy Ortho-Bionomy is I find myself repeating statements over time to the same people. This is likely a failing of my own. My short, concise, description is rather dry and does little to really unravel its depths: Ortho-Bionomy is a ...
Views: 1550 - Twelve Elements Which Make Or Break Good Thai Massage - by Submitted on Jul 30, 2014 from Shama KernIt's great to learn Thai Massage techniques, but this is only the first step to becoming an excellent therapist. Here are twelve elements which are essential ingredients to study Thai Massage for best results. 1. Not getting stuck with a standard whole body routine or ...
Views: 1537 - Lumbar Radiculopathy, Sciatica, and Lower Back Pain - by Submitted on May 09, 2018 from Jenny LWhat do lumbar radiculopathy, sciatica, and lower back pain have in common? Other than pain, these conditions originate from the back and causes pain throughout the lower body area. As people get older, normal wear and tear to joints, discs, and bones becomes noticeable. Thus, back pain is ...
Views: 1535(1 vote) - ***Self Care for Caretakers - by Submitted on Feb 08, 2015 from Linda Mac Dougall1. What are problems caretakers experience? a. Stress- emotional, physical, spiritual b. Allowing others to drain their energy-boundaries c. Getting health care d. Caring for their spirit and attitude e. Not pursuing life goals/dreams f. Trouble understanding being ...
Views: 1530 - Hd Brows 7 steps to get perfect eyebrows at La Spa Therapie Malahide - by Submitted on Jan 21, 2012 from Michael TuckerIn case you haven’t already heard the eye-popping news, La spa Therapie Malahide (one of only a handful of salons in Ireland) now offer HD Brows, the ultimate high definition brow-shaping beauty treatment. We’ve already been raving about HD Brows on this blog, giving you a run down on what this ...
Views: 1523 - Benefits of Taikyo Shiatsu - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2011 from Bill CotterMassage therapies are all equally blessed with their respective health benefits and effects. Although they may vary with their advantages, they all share the same objective which is to provide healing and treatment to the various medical conditions that are causing pain and suffering to the ...
Views: 1514 - Mobilization, manipulation, and massage - by Submitted on Apr 03, 2018 from Jenny LThere are many styles of manual therapy, but there are three distinguished forms of manual therapy: mobilization, manipulation, and massage. They all start with the letter ‘m’ and they seem to do similar things. However, there are certainly differences between the three forms. The similarities ...
Views: 1511(1 vote) - Back Pain Management Techniques - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2012 from Jin ChongAccording to the research, four out of five of us are going to suffer from back pain at one time or another. Back pain can be caused by many factors, from muscle strain to more serious conditions such as a herniated disc, spinal stenosis, spondylosisthesis, osteoporosis, or a tumor, so it’s ...
Views: 1510(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: 1509(4 votes) - Trigger Point Therapy - by Submitted on Jul 28, 2009 from Steve HefferonResearch by Drs. Janet Travell and David Simons, authors of "The Trigger Point Manual," has shown that trigger points are the primary cause of pain at least 75 percent of the time and are a factor in nearly every painful condition. Trigger points, a type of muscle stiffness, are the result ...
Views: 1493 - 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: 1492(2 votes) - *** Starting Your Massage - by Submitted on Mar 20, 2009 from Al Link and Pala CopelandAn excellent starting point for a relaxing and invigorating massage is the back. Begin at the base of his spine with your palms on his sacrum (just above his tailbone). Inhale. As you exhale slide your hands up his back on either side of his spine. ...
Views: 1489(2 votes) - 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: 1484(2 votes) - Massage Variations - by Submitted on Mar 24, 2009 from Al Link and Pala CopelandSeven Minute Massage It is a delicious treat to receive a full body massage that lasts any where from thirty minutes to a couple of hours, but you can also give your lover a boost with a massage “quickie”. You can effectively energize and loosen him up from top to toe in five to seven minutes. ...
Views: 1484 - Do Not Let Physical Pain Keep You from Your Full Potential! - by Submitted on Feb 26, 2009 from SelfGrowth.com ArticlesOne day, as I listened to a life coach teach on the power of transformation, somebody asked him, “How can a person do all you’re talking about if they’re in constant physical pain?” His response shocked me. He condescendingly said, “Just do it.” I was incensed by his insensitivity and lack of ...
Views: 1483 - How To Create An Instant Rapport With Your Massage Clients - by Submitted on Jan 02, 2012 from Lea JohnsonCreating an instant rapport is an amazingly valuable skill for putting massage clients at ease and everyone else you meet. If you take the time to do this right, you'll find that your clients will fall into the zone very quickly and make your job much easier! However you do this is up to up but ...
Views: 1467 - ***Interview with Sheila Alexandra, www.seniorspa.net - by Submitted on Mar 17, 2015 from Linda Mac DougallThere seems to be a small community of senior massage providers, so it is great when one of us connects with another. She and I serve elders, but in different ways. 1. Background? I majored in health sciences, worked as a childcare worker in a group home program providing emergency & long ...
Views: 1465 - How does Myofascial Release Work - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2011 from Jessica WeagleOver the past few months I have been noticing a rise in medical professionals suggesting that their patients seek out Myofascial Release (MFR) as their first line of defense to help manage their pain. Hearing clients tell me this makes my heart sing I even have a few doctors that are regular ...
Views: 1464 - A Much Kneaded Stress Relief Solution: The Healing Benefits Of Massage - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2008 from Amanda BanksStudy 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: 1460 - How do Oriental Massage Therapies benefit your physical body and spiritual health? - by Submitted on Mar 13, 2012 from Cairns ShiatsuI am a licensed specialist of Shiatsu & Chinese Therapy providing a style of massage therapy which uses rubbing, acupressure and tapping in order to alleviate pain, pains, fatigue, psychosomatic issues along with other system unbalances. Shiatsu massage therapy boosts blood circulation and ...
Views: 1455 - Massage for Health - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2011 from Wayne McDonald, HolisticNetworkExchange.comThere are many people that love to get massages because they feel great but they also benefit your health and most people do not know this. Massage therapy and techniques when they are done the right way can decrease your stress levels but also relax your muscles and they can improve your immune ...
Views: 1451(1 vote) - Extraordinary Massage Chair Benefits For Your Muscles And Health - by Submitted on Apr 18, 2008 from Korbin NewlynA superior massage can relieve tension although therapeutic massages are not always practical or easily accessible. Because of this, there are electronic replacements available that substitute for masseuses and masseurs, in the form of a massage chair. Despite the popular belief that the ...
Views: 1450 - How to Enjoy a Beach Massage - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2012 from Alice JonathanAs soon as the summers arrive, it’s the time of the year to hang up your coats and get into those bikinis for fun filled time at the beach. An excellent way to relax and unwind, beaches have a lot of things to offer apart from the water and the sun! If you want to enrich your experience at a ...
Views: 1438 - Massage Treatment for Back Pain - How It Can Help Your Back - by Submitted on Dec 28, 2012 from Ben PianeseMassage treatment for back pain can sometimes be just the optimal solution for treating your irritating condition. If your back pain is not caused by a certain disease that requires medication, massage can offer you the alleviation you need. Back pains are truly frequent and massage has ...
Views: 1421(1 vote) - Possible Risks of Vitaflex - by Submitted on Nov 02, 2011 from Bill CotterWith all the growing numbers of the various types of alternative medical care, it now becomes quite difficult to select a therapy that will ensure great results without compromising your health in return. There are many therapeutic massages that are very popular for the vast benefits and effects ...
Views: 1421 - Manual Therapy and Gait Analysis - by Submitted on Apr 20, 2012 from Erik DaltonHumans are created to move in order to survive – locomotion must precede all other activities. The past few decades have witnessed the development of two diverse schools of thought, each with their own biomechanical explanations detailing the seemingly simple act of walking. In this article, Dr. ...
Views: 1418 - Massage Therapy For Your Holistic Health - by Submitted on Oct 24, 2012 from Debra SchreibmanWho doesn't love the thought of a long, soothing, full body massage? Not only are massages relaxing to the body and mind. In fact, they can be used to correct medical conditions, eliminate chemical dependency, and alleviate many toxic conditions. It's important to realize that massages are used ...
Views: 1418 - Outcall Massage Service - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2010 from Diego AbreauEvery one of us has more busy schedule these days and our lives have become more and more demanding on our time. Our daily routine has become filled with more responsibilities and today’s society produces a lot of pressure and stress that we have to cope with on a daily basis. As a result we ...
Views: 1416 - Manual Lymph Drainage For Better Health. - by Submitted on Apr 10, 2008 from David HarlandManual lymph drainage is the third most common type of physical therapy in Europe and is widely used in the health and beauty industries. It is a lovely, gentle technique that imitates the pumping action of the lymphatic vessels, stimulating lymphatic contraction. Manual lymph drainage is ...
Views: 1409 - Stress...Do You Actually Need It In Your Life? - by Submitted on Jun 25, 2007 from Chris SimonSurprisingly, the answer is yes, with research showing over and over that the healthiest and most productive people are those that learn to manage stress - not avoid it. Since stress stimulates your physical and mental performance, you actually want to find ways to keep it at an optimal level. ...
Views: 1406 - Ease those aches, pains, sprains and strains with massage therapy. - by Submitted on Apr 19, 2012 from David CoxThere are many side effects of our busy day to day lives that can lead to niggling aches and pains incurred through sporting activities, during pregnancy, long periods sitting at a desk or even driving to and from work each day. Massage is believed to improve blood and lymph circulation which ...
Views: 1399 - ***Seniors and the Benefits of Massage - by Submitted on May 21, 2014 from Linda Mac DougallI was asked to do an article on the benefits of massage, but these can be found anywhere on the net or off. But, then I rethought the topic and decided to give some studies on senior issues published by respected journals. To these, I will add some other perspectives from my ...
Views: 1398 - Face It… Affirmations Alone Don’t Work! - by Submitted on Jul 31, 2015 from Master Coach Hu DalconzoAdapted from the book Self-mastery… A Journey Home To Your Self” -by Certified Life Coach Hu Dalconzo, Copyright © 2002 Many people who have watched The Secret DVD, listened to The Secret CDs or read The Secret Book have experienced trying to make the Law of Attraction work for them, only to ...
Views: 1396(1 vote) - Incorparating Essential Oils Around the Home - by Submitted on Aug 22, 2011 from Monica Leibacher LMTWhen people learn about the benefits of essential oils the first question they ask is "How do I incorporate essential oils around my home?" My answer is always the same: The process is fun and stimulating. It is healthy for the home and for your family too. Below are some great starter ...
Views: 1388 - Ask a Massage Therapist - by Submitted on Jul 15, 2008 from Suzanne PeranteauAsk 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: 1386 - Manifold Wonders of Massage Therapy - by Submitted on Apr 27, 2011 from Dr.Savitha SuriMassage has been used as a remedial measure from centuries. Massaging causes various physiological effects which comfort the body. Manually kneading or manipulating the soft tissues to relieve pain, discomfort, stress and to promote health and wellness is called as ‘massage’. The techniques of ...
Views: 1386 - 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: 1386(2 votes) - Benefits Of Aromatherapy Massage - Health Benefits - by Submitted on Mar 29, 2008 from Peter HutchAromatherapy massage is the massage done using aromatherapy essential oils. Aromatherapy massage not only helps you in relaxation but also rejuvenate your body from head to toe.You can improve your well being of mind and body by using essential oils of aromatherapy massage. Adding aromatherapy ...
Views: 1384 - Helping Your Doctor Come Up With Accurate Foot Pain Diagnosis and Knee Pain Diagnosis - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2011 from Danica SusanIf you ask your doctor, it’s not that easy to make a foot pain diagnosis or a knee pain diagnosis. Foot pain and knee pain can be a sign of several diseases so coming up with a diagnosis is difficult. When you are experiencing such, you need to help your doctor in every way that you can such ...
Views: 1384 - TRANQUIL MOBILE MASSAGE - Relax, we come to you!! - by Submitted on Feb 01, 2012 from Lisa ClementA new mobile massage service has arrived in Tampa Bay/St. Petersburg, Florida. It has been created to help individuals improve their lives with wellness servicing homes, hotels and offices; also providing service to retirement homes with a 15% discount to seniors. An in-home massage is ...
Views: 1383 - Benefits of Massage to Our Pets - by Submitted on Nov 07, 2011 from Bill CotterIn the early centuries, massage therapy was created and developed originally for human use as an alternative medical care. The natural healing therapy has been successfully in providing treatments to people with various sorts of ailments, dysfunctions, and disorders that leads to abnormalities ...
Views: 1378 - 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: 1377(1 vote) - The Pampered Spirit Kneads and Grows - by Submitted on Dec 30, 2010 from Bridget TurnbachNew Jersey, United States, December 27, 2010 The Pampered Spirit Mobile Massage is celebrating! Bridget Turnbach, Owner of The Pampered Spirit Is pleased to continue her passion and business in an economy when some view massage and spa services as a luxury. The Pampered Spirit is full service ...
Views: 1376 - Christmas Season Pampering Packages at La Spa Therapie Malahide, Dublin - by Submitted on Nov 30, 2011 from Michael TuckerChristmas is just around the corner and there's still so much to do! Gift shopping, catching up with friends, work Christmas parties, more gift shopping, putting up Christmas decorations, a night out with the girls, get-togethers with family.. and did we mention gift shopping?! Well fret not, ...
Views: 1375 - Massage For Health And Wellness - by Submitted on Feb 13, 2008 from Luther LockardAre you suffering from muscle aches and pains or other muscular soft tissue conditions because of accidents, illnesses or poor posture? Have you been suffering from these conditions long term and tried many different forms of therapy, including massage, but with less than desired results? If ...
Views: 1375 - 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 ...
Views: 1374(1 vote) - Subjects That Need To Be Taught Before General Licensure - by Submitted on May 03, 2014 from Linda Mac DougallAs an introduction to me and my vision for future massage graduates, I have to discuss what I have seen and experienced. Know that my background as an advocate for the disabled is one reason I feel so strongly and want to see reform. While most of the nation has national certification, my ...
Views: 1374 - Pregnancy Massage Therapy: What are the benefits? - by Submitted on Jun 14, 2013 from Amanda DonisWhen applied by a skilled and well trained licensed massage therapist,pregnancy massage is an effective means for reducing many of the uncomfortable and painful symptoms experienced during pregnancy. Historically, massage was simply inherent in the care women received during pregnancy. It was ...
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