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Top 4 Massage Types for Digestive Disorders
Massage therapy has many known amazing benefits as well as new perks that are being researched. Many people suffer from occasional bouts of digestive disorders or discomfort such as constipation, heartburn, nausea, or bloating. Many others suffer from digestive disorders that are chronic, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), ulcerative colitis, or Crohn’s Disease. Many... Continue reading→
Clean Eating for your Health
If you struggle with your energy level, weight loss, or sleeplessness, it may be time to consider a lifestyle change to help you live your best life! Your body functions and health depend on the nutrients you are putting into it, so if your diet is not the healthiest, then you may have found the... Continue reading→
Five Best Essential Oils for Allergies
Spring is coming our way with warmer weather, blossoming flowers, and pollen! As excited as you may be to welcome spring, seasonal allergies can be a considerable part of the season for many. Around 40 million Americans suffer from seasonal allergies with a range of symptoms such as runny nose, congestion, watery eyes, and sneezing.... Continue reading→
Removing Toxins From The Body: What Are The Facts?
You may hear regularly in the news or from celebrities about a cleanse or other technique meant to eliminate toxins from the body. This phrase sounds beneficial but what does “removing toxins” really mean? What are the toxins that build up in our body that need to be removed through special diets or rituals? A... Continue reading→
Essential Oils for a St. Patrick’s Day Hangover Cure
With St. Patrick’s Day almost here, you may find yourself making plans for a fun night out! As fun as that may be, you may need to have a recovery plan in place if you find that having a few drinks with friends leaves you feeling poorly the following morning. Make sure to drink responsibly,... Continue reading→
Massage Therapy for Trauma
We may experience trauma directly in our lives or feel the intense burden of the trauma covered in the news. Terrorist situations, severe weather, or gun violence happen around the country and the world and the weight of these events in the news affects us deeply. We may minimize our experiences with trauma, particularly if... Continue reading→
IT Band Strain: What It Is and How You Can Prevent It
Iliotibial Band Syndrome, or IT Band Strain, is one of the most common overuse injuries experienced by runners and other athletes. IT occurs when the iliotibial band, which is the ligament that runs down the outside of the thigh from the hip to the shin, is tight or inflamed. The IT band attaches to the... Continue reading→
Can’t Sleep? Use these Essential Oils to Bring Back the ZZZ’s!
If you have difficulty sleeping at night, it could be for a number of fixable reasons, such as too much screen time or caffeine before bed, indigestion, or an uncomfortable mattress. But, if you have created a great sleep environment and still need help falling asleep or staying asleep, you may consider adding essential oils... Continue reading→
Four Best Massages for Athletes
Massage therapy can help athletic performance and recovery. Athletes may go through muscle fatigue or experience anxiety while training for a big event, but massage therapy can help manage these conditions, while also increasing flexibility, endurance, and minimizing the risk of injury. Here are four types of massage that may benefit athletes the most: 1.... Continue reading→
Can you Tell When Someone is in Pain?
Pain can be felt acutely such as when we stub a toe, fall down, or get a cut. It can also be a lingering, underlying feeling that may be hard for even the person feeling pain to pinpoint or identify. Massage therapy is not a substitute for care from a physician and serious pain should... Continue reading→
Give the Gift of Massage for Valentine’s Day
Roses, chocolate, and a romantic dinner are the typical way to celebrate Valentine’s Day. This year, think outside the (chocolate) box with the gift of massage! Massage therapy is pampering and feels extra special, so consider a massage gift certificate or a date to get massages as a couple for Valentine’s Day. Here are some... Continue reading→
5 Ways to Relieve Arthritis Pain
Arthritis is a group of painful and degenerative conditions affecting the joints, causing inflammation and pain. Osteoarthritis, the most common type, is a degenerative disorder that worsens with age, caused by the wear and tear on the joints as time goes on. Anti-inflammatory medications, painkillers, and lifestyle changes can help manage the symptoms of arthritis.... Continue reading→
Three Tips for Making Your Health a Priority
Taking care of yourself may be something you think you prioritize, but for many of us, good self-care falls to the wayside when other things get in the way. Women tend to take care of themselves last, putting the needs of their children and family or job demands ahead of their health. Here are some... Continue reading→
Beating Workplace Stress
If you are back to work after a break for the holidays, you may be remembering how stressful your job situation can be! Stress is a contributing factor to illness and chronic disease and lowers your satisfaction with your life! Consider making some changes in your workplace to relieve the stress! Take Care of Yourself... Continue reading→
Massage Therapy for Seasonal Affective Disorder
Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is a condition associated with wintertime, when less sunlight and more time indoors can trigger seasonal depression. This condition is recognized as a major depressive disorder and can drastically reduce the quality of life for sufferers. There are many therapies available to help manage SAD, such as light therapy, exercise, and... Continue reading→
Starting 2018 Off with Better Mental Health
Happy New Year! Now is the time of year for new years resolutions! How can 2018 be a better year than the last one? Many of us are making ambitious plans for weight loss or lofty career goals, but the key to success in meeting many of our resolutions is to have a positive outlook... Continue reading→
Essential Oils for the Holidays
The Christmas and holiday season is a perfect time to add essential oils! Use them in an aromatherapy diffuser in your home or add some to your next massage! Essential oils can bring seasonal smells to your home, as well as ward off seasonal depression and increase immunity to the cold and flu viruses circulating... Continue reading→
Keep Warm with a Hot Stone Massage
Winter time is cold, consider warming it up with a Hot Stone Massage! A hot stone massage is a 90-minute therapeutic massage using perfectly heated stones. The volcanic stones are heated to the perfect temperature and applied to the muscles of the back. Other hot stones are applied to key muscles in the arms and... Continue reading→
Massage Therapy to Keep Winter Colds at Bay
Winter is here which also means it is cold and flu season. There are many strategies to help keep you from getting sick like thoroughly washing your hands, especially before you eat or after coughing or sneezing and keeping your hands away from your eyes, nose, and mouth. These strategies prevent germs from getting into... Continue reading→
Celebrate the Holidays with the Gift of Massage
Finding the right gift for your loved ones can be difficult sometimes. You want it to be thoughtful, and unique, which isn’t easy to do in this age of consumption. Think about how nice it would be to be gifted a massage? Wouldn’t you appreciate it? If so, you’re on the right track to the... Continue reading→
