Frequently thought of as a luxury, massages are much more than that, they should be considered an integral part of therapy. Not only can massage help relieve aches and pains, but they can help with mental conditions like anxiety, stress and depression. continue reading
7 Ways to Improve Energy Using Massage
Massage therapy has been around for centuries. The ancient texts of many languages, including Chinese, Indian, Greek and Egyptian mention it. While the exact roots of massage therapy are unknown, it is known that getting regular massages is beneficial for the recipients. Massage can treat everything from aches and pains, digestive issues, insomnia and more. continue reading
5 Reasons You Need Massage Today
The American Massage Therapy Association took a survey recently to find out why people get massage. What they found was 72 percent of those surveyed claim their primary reason for receiving a massage was because it was medically advised, or to relieve stress. And the growing research behind massage supports this therapy. Is indeed has numerous health benefits. Depending on what is needed, a massage can help relieve pain, improve posture, reduce stress and relax muscles.
Here are five reasons why EVERYBODY needs to get a massage: continue reading
Why You Need to Get Massage Therapy this Fall
As summer unwinds and fall begins, it’s time for us to allow our bodies to do the same.
Typically, summer is the most active of all seasons. The kids are out of school, vacations are aplenty, the weather is consistently nice and we participate in a slew of outdoor activities we normally don’t throughout the rest of the year. With all this going on at once, we expend a lot of energy. It isn’t surprising that some of us tend to feel tired by summer’s end. continue reading
Myofascial Release
Myofascial release is a great way to restore motion to the body. This massage technique works on relieving pain and restoring range of motion to your body, by gently massaging the body’s myofascial connective tissues. continue reading
Massage Therapy for Back Pain
It’s a fact, almost everyone experiences back pain at some point. Back pain is a nuisance, it can prevent you from doing the things you want to do, and living the way you want to live. continue reading
Common Questions About Massage
It’s a no-brainer, you’ll have some questions before you come in for your first massage therapy appointment. Don’t worry, you’re not alone!
In fact, most people have a ton of questions before they receive their first massage therapy session. We’re going to take a look at 7 of the most frequently asked questions about massage.
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Massage for Ear Pain
Massage therapy is a natural way to heal the discomfort and pain in your ears. A common way for ear pain to occur is from ear infections. Massage is a great technique to reduce the pain from an ear infection. Going to a massage therapy appointment can work to cure your pain, and you can also perform self-massage on to experience immediate relief from ear pain and infection. continue reading
Massage Therapy for Headaches
Massage is a powerful tool. Getting regular massage therapy appointments is a great way to rejuvenate, restore and relax both your body and mind. Certain ailments can respond exceptionally well to massage treatment, and headaches are one of them. continue reading
4 Things You Should Know About Getting a Massage
Massage is meant to be therapeutic and relaxing, don’t let it become uncomfortable and unsettling by not doing your research before seeking treatment. Doing your research about your massage therapist and understanding their services sets the right expectation for a good experience. If you arrive to your massage therapist with a good grasp of how they will be assisting you, it will be beneficial for both practitioner and patient. Check out the four things every patient should know about getting a massage before booking an appointment. continue reading
