Massage

The Surprising Benefits of Thai Massage

Classical_Thai_Massage-11-17-14Also referred to as the yoga massage, Thai massage is a unique system of massage therapy that originated out of Thailand some 2,500 years ago. It’s characterized by kneading, rolling and even pulling on various parts of the client’s body. Unlike most forms of massage, however, a specialist performing a Thai massage may use his or her thumbs, palms, knees, elbows and forearms. To learn more about this unique system of massage and the numerous benefits it offers, keep reading. continue reading »

Do You Suffer From Sciatica? Try Massage Therapy

back-pain-1014Sciatica, also known as lumbar radiculopathy, is a painful condition in which one or both sides of the sciatic nerve is compressed. The sciatic nerve is the longest nerve in the human body, stretching from the lower back and splitting into two at the pelvis, with one nerve going down each leg. It’s responsible for sending and receiving electrical impulses from the brain, essentially telling the muscles in the legs and feet when to contract.

There are several different factors known to play a role in the formation of sciatica, including weight gain, spinal disc herniation, spinal stenosis, piriformis syndrome, pregnancy, and trauma to the spine or surrounding tissue. Normally, the sciatic nerve remains unconstrained, but there are certain conditions, diseases and injuries that will compress the nerve, resulting in sciatica. continue reading »

How Foot Massage Can Relieve Stress and Improve Your Health

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When was the last time you treated yourself to a foot massage? The average person stands on his or her feet 4 to 5 hours per day, but some people may stand for 8 or more hours per day. All of this pressure placed on the feet can lead to soreness, tension, and even musculoskeletal disorders (MSD). Thankfully, massage therapy can counteract these adverse effects, allowing individuals to conduct their normal daily routine without pain and discomfort in the feet. continue reading »

Beat Work Stress: 6 Tips To Feel Better and Work Better

relaxed-worker-082614The workplace is one of the top sources of stress in the average person’s life. According to a 2009 study conducted by the American Psychological Association (APA), a staggering 69% of employees in the U.S. say work is a “significant source of stress,” and 41% say they are tense throughout the workday. If you constantly feel stressed at work, try some of the following tips to create a more tranquil and relaxing work environment. continue reading »

7 Things You Never Knew About Massage

7-things-massage-01There’s nothing quite as relaxing as receiving a massage from a licensed therapist. Just a brief 30-minute session can relieve built-up tension, promote blood flow, and flush toxin-filled liquid out of your system. But this is just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the practice of massage therapy.

#1) There are Hundreds of Different Types of Massage

While most people are familiar with Swedish and Deep, there are hundreds of other types of massage that shouldn’t go unnoticed, some of which includes myofascial release, pediatric, sports, Balinese, Anma, Esalen, Reflexology, and Shiatsu. continue reading »