Massage

The Seven Best Types of Stretching

active-20140407Evaluating the various types of stretching can be difficult. Fortunately I’ve got a list to help you identify the seven best types of stretching to incorporate with your massages.

Understanding and knowing the difference between each stretching technique we help you decide which will suit your specific needs.  continue reading »

Types of Massage: Hot Stone Therapy

hot-stone-therapy-20140331One of the wonders of massage is the versatility. There is such an abundance of modalities and options available that there is a type of massage suitable to anyone. One incredibly great type of massage includes using heated stones.

When you book a session for a hot stone massage do you know what it is? Hot stone massage can be done in a variety of ways, and is usually unique to each therapist. The session is generally a full hour to 90 minutes to incorporate the extra time needed in using the stones. continue reading »

Traveling Massage: A Newer Option

chairMassage03172014Massage has gained in popularity over the past five to ten years. It is a huge part of spas and salons. It is commonly found in chiropractors offices and physical therapy centers. Many independent therapists have their own local businesses.

One thing you may not have heard about yet, however, is that massage can be taken anywhere. Chair massage is a fast growing way to bring massage to people who are too busy, who cannot get out, or those who want to liven up the workplace or an event. continue reading »

How Swedish Massage Effects Hormone and Immune Function

couples-massage-2Most of us experience times when we seem much less tolerant to illness and generally just feel run down. We all know that a healthy lifestyle including a nutritious diet, exercise, plenty of sleep and a decrease in stress play an important part to wellness. However, research is also beginning to show massage is a positive factor in staying healthy. continue reading »

4 Things You Should Know About the Benefits of Touch

massage-faceFrom the moment you entered this world, you craved touch. Your mother and father nurtured you through touch, promising you they would be there for you. You felt secure. You felt safe. You learned to trust them, so you felt happy.

Throughout your life, touch continues to play an important role. Unfortunately, as you age, the amount of physical touch you receive declines, but the benefits are so impressive that you should actively seek it out.

Here are four things you should know about the benefits of touch:

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