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Lowering Blood Pressure Through Massage Therapy
High blood pressure can be dangerous for those who are already genetically at risk of heart attack or stroke. It’s incredibly important to adopt a healthy lifestyle which includes a balanced diet, exercise, good sleep and the elimination of salt, fat, and smoking. Did you know that aside from all of these precautions there is... Continue reading→
Using Massage Therapy to Treat Bell’s Palsy
Massage therapy is not simply a luxury or occasional treat! Massage therapy is well known to be able to treat a variety of painful conditions. One of these conditions is Bell’s Palsy, a type of nerve damage that can temporarily paralyze the muscles in the face. The National Institute of Neurological Disorders and Stroke (NINDS)... Continue reading→
Top Massage Myths Debunked
Although very popular, there are many components of massage therapy that are commonly misunderstood. 1.Anyone Can Call Themselves a Massage Therapist Massage therapists must undergo intensive training, typically via a two-year program with 500-1000 hours of hands-on experience monitored by an instructor. Massage therapy students complete advanced coursework in anatomy and... Continue reading→
A Massage for Dad for Father’s Day
Many massage and spa services are marketed to women but men benefit from the pain-relieving and stress relief that a massage can provide. Men also may be ignoring their back or neck pain and not properly treating their condition with pain medicines or heating pads. The benefits of massage are for everyone so consider the... Continue reading→
Best Massages for a Tension Headache
Tension headaches are the most common type of headache among adults. Commonly referred to as stress headaches, they can occur periodically but can also be experienced chronically by some sufferers. Tension headaches are typically felt as a dull pain, pressure, or tightness around your forehead or the back of your head and neck. They can... Continue reading→
Reflexology Meridian Tracing Massage-A Different Way To Heal
Reflexology, also known as zone therapy, has long been known as a way to use your body’s natural reflexes to open internal energy passages to heal the body and to release negative energy. The application of pressure to the feet, hands, and other parts of the body are all techniques done without the use of... Continue reading→
Practitioner Spotlight: Erin DeBono
Erin is one of our newer practitioners who specializes in CranioSacral Therapy. CST can alleviate the pains associated with migraines, neck and back pain, tension-related disorders, and much more. Erin believes compassionate touch is a cornerstone to every soul’s well-being, and is happy to help address any questions or concern about massage. Let’s get to... Continue reading→
Practitioner Spotlight: Jenna DeVore
Jenna is one of our newer practitioners and has brought with her a unique and special focus on overall health. She achieved certification in Neuromuscular Massage Therapy by the International Academy of Neuromuscular Therapy while completing her core massage therapy at The Colorado Institute of Massage Therapy. Although she specializes in many Western-based practices, she... Continue reading→
What to Expect (and Not To Expect) During Your Craniosacral Massage
Craniosacral Massage, or therapy, is gentle and noninvasive, and quite different than most other massage modalities. If you’ve never had one of these types of massages, you may not know what to expect. So, why would you choose to have this type of massage? If you suffer from migraines, joint disorder, inflammation, or neck and... Continue reading→
Everything You Should Know About Thai Massage
As you may know, there are many different types of massage, and each one serves a different purpose. There are those that are lighter and more maintenance focused like a Swedish Massage, and those that get deeper into the tissues to break down the toxins like a Deep Tissue Massage. There are massages focused on... Continue reading→
5 Benefits of Incorporating Massage into Your Workout Routine
Everyone relieves their stress and improves their health in their own way. Some run, some lift weights, some meditate-your path is yours. But, what if you knew that intertwining massage with your workout routine would not only improve your health, it would bring great benefits to your overall state of mind as well? Fitness is... Continue reading→
Top Five Essential Oils for Spring Cleaning
Essential oils have many uses in personal care and aromatherapy but also make excellent cleaning products, especially during spring cleaning. Common household cleaners contain many toxic chemicals which are bad for the environment and can harm your health. Many people using regular household cleaners may suffer eye and respiratory irritation from the strong chemical smell... Continue reading→
Five Steps To Being More Mindful During Your Hectic Day
Have you ever heard of the question, “What are your plans for the year? Or, where do you see yourself in the next five years?” Questions like these are harmful, and really don’t serve a purpose (nor can they ever be answered correctly). How can you know what you’ll want in five years, when you’re... Continue reading→
Using Massage to Help Alleviate Snoring
If your partner snores, most likely it’s difficult for you to sleep. Sleep deprivation affects you on so many different levels between concentration, mood, appetite and more. If you’re the snoring culprit, most likely you’re not getting the kind of rest you deserve either. Going to your conventional doctor for a remedy will most likely develop... Continue reading→
St. Patrick’s Day Essential Oil Blend!
St. Patrick’s Day is upon us, which of course, in the US (and maybe Ireland) that means copious amounts of green beer! Well, there’s more to this day than just a chug fest-the day celebrates the man who converted Ireland to a Christian nation. ‘St. Patrick was actually born in Britain, not Ireland, around... Continue reading→
Worst Ailments and Best Essential Oils for Spring Allergies
Spring in most every other part of the country starts in April, however for us in the Northern Virginia area, we usually begin spring in early March (although February certainly made it seem as though spring was already here!) While the temperatures vary, the bright cherry trees, beautiful azaleas and tulips (not to mention the... Continue reading→
Suffering from Insomnia? The Surprising Reasons Why and How to Treat It
Days and weeks can be tough enough what with work obligation, family obligations, and home obligations; it’s enough to make anyone exhausted. Add to this a string of sleepless nights and you have brain fog, headaches, and a general sour mood too. What causes insomnia can be a host of things, both medical and those... Continue reading→
Five Things You Don’t Know About Juvenile Arthritis
Arthritis is one of the most complicated, misunderstood disorders affecting millions of people today. Destroyed joints, bones, muscles, connective tissue are all results of this multi-layered musculoskeletal disorder. Anyone suffering from arthritis in any of its forms will find the quality of their life deteriorate by lack of movement, pain, and an onset of depression.... Continue reading→
Osteoarthritis: Noted Symptoms and How Massage Therapy Can Help
Osteoarthritis is defined by joint stiffness, pain and tenderness in any area. There is usually a loss in mobility due to swelling in the tissue surrounding the joints. The pain can be a dull aching or a sharp shooting pain when in movement. These symptoms are most common in knees, hips, and joints in the... Continue reading→
Five Ways to Take Advantage of Your Couples Massage
A couples-massage is a delightful way to celebrate a special occasion like an anniversary or Valentine’s Day or can be part of your regular relaxation routine! Here are some tips to help you prepare for your appointment. Choose the Right Day and Time! Try not to schedule your massage on a day... Continue reading→
