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Importance of Timing in Massage Therapy to Reap Benefits

Massage Therapy offers a host of benefits for the recipients, from pain reduction and stress relief to improving muscle recovery and flexibility. However, like any therapy, massage must be administered in the right dose and frequency to gain the highest rewards. To begin, it is important to understand that there are a wide variety of […]

Filed Under: Blog, General Wellness

The Power of Touch Through Massage: Coping with Trauma

Many people understand the benefits of Massage Therapy for physical injury and pain. However, massage can have a profound benefit for those dealing with deeper sources of anguish caused by trauma, especially those with Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). The power of touch through Massage Therapy goes beyond healing the muscles of the body; it can […]

Filed Under: Blog, General Wellness

Reduce Stress

Massage Therapy is your key to stress reduction. Did you know that cortisol levels and other hormones related to stress lessen for those undergoing certain types of massage therapy? One study published in the New York Times revealed that participants receiving Swedish massage once or more a week over a five-week period had reduced levels of cortisol, […]

Filed Under: Blog, Stress Relief

How to Get the Most Out of Your Massage

It’s no secret that Massage Therapy can seriously enhance your quality of life and health, making it an important part of your wellness routine. Here are eight tips to make sure you leave each massage session completely recharged and rejuvenated: Don’t eat right before your session. The American Massage Therapy Association discourages eating immediately before your […]

Filed Under: Blog, General Relaxation

Massage Therapy: The All-Natural Cure to Arthritis Pain

If you suffer from arthritis pain, you are not alone. The Center for Disease Control (CDC) estimates that 52.5 million adults in the U.S. have been diagnosed with some form of arthritis. This degenerative disease can make it difficult to perform your daily tasks due to crippling pain. However, there is an all-natural option that […]

Filed Under: Blog, Muscle Issues, Uncategorized

Stress Awareness – Helpful Tips to Unwind

The statistics on stress in America are staggering. In a society where one’s self-expectations almost exceed the expectations of our workplace and loved ones, it’s no wonder we are killing ourselves with stress. Here are a few stress statistics to consider about stress: Work stress causes 10% of strokes Stress is the basic cause of […]

Filed Under: Blog, Stress Relief

Massage Etiquette, Your First Experience

Receiving a professional massage for the first time is both exhilarating and exciting, but like many first-timers, you may have questions. Getting ready.  When making your first appointment, feel free to ask questions about different services offered. It is to both your benefit and the Massage Therapist to know in advance what service best fits […]

Filed Under: Blog, General Relaxation

Can Massage Therapy Help with Allergy Symptoms?

As the temperature heats up and everything begins to bloom, those plagued with allergies begin the season-long battle against red, itchy eyes, nasal congestion and sinus pain –and that is just the beginning of the list of issues affecting those with allergies during the spring and summer months. If you have allergies, you’re probably on […]

Filed Under: Blog, General Wellness

Deep Tissue versus Swedish Massage

Massage Therapy can offer a variety of health benefits, especially when you receive a massage targeting your specific needs. Both deep tissue and Swedish massage offer experiences that can relieve stress and improve circulation, but knowing the difference between the two can help you decide which one may be best for you. Deep Tissue Massage […]

Filed Under: Blog, Massage Modalities

Does Stress Impact Your Ability to Think Clearly?

People are clear on the obvious physiological symptoms of being stressed out. But, there is so much more going on inside of your body and mind when you are under stress than you realize. Some of the effects of stress that are lesser known are: Impacts ability to think clearly Impacts the ability to respond appropriately Impacts […]

Filed Under: Blog, Stress Relief

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