Basic Techniques of Swedish Massage Traditional Swedish Massage uses five main strokes and many variations to achieve its relaxing and healing effects. You will find every therapist uses a variety of techniques. I thought it would be interesting and informative to highlight one stroke per post. Go a little into detail so that newcomers to […]
October 29, 2012 By
Swedish Massage in 5 Parts
October 26, 2012 By
Oh my aching back…grab your Hot Pak!
To Heat or not to Heat….You work hard all week, so when the weekend finally rolls around you want to play just as hard. There’s nothing like a few rounds of golf, a hike in the mountains, or an intense workout at the gym to reinvigorate you. Weekend warriors be warned, though — Saturday and […]
October 22, 2012 By
The Power of Tactile (Touch)
The Power of Tactile (Touch) It’s no secret that a pat on the back or a peck on the cheek can make you feel special. But experts now say that the right kind of touch can lower your blood pressure, improve your outlook, and even make you better at math. Here’s how to turn up […]
October 17, 2012 By
H2O
Why Is Water Important? Water… · makes up roughly 60% of your body, · makes up 90% of your lungs, · makes up 75% of your muscles, · cushions your joints, · makes up 22% of your bones, · helps your body absorb nutrients, · protects and cushions your vital organs, · helps convert food […]
October 15, 2012 By
Simply Wonderful
Simple Tips for a Wonderful Massage It is important that your time here is always positive. Please review the following tips so that you are able to enjoy every minute of your session. · If you feel the massage is too hard or too light, please ask to have the pressure changed. · If […]
October 5, 2012 By
October Massage Special…Save the “boobies”!
This October at Simply Massage Massage For The Cause! Everyone knows someone who has been affected by the impact of breast cancer. Dealing with cancer can be a very tumultuous & stressful journey, and massage provides a nurturing & relaxing environment for healing the mind, body & spirit! To honor cancer awareness month, for the […]
October 4, 2012 By
Ahhh…Heat!
Tips for Heat Therapy Moist heat hydrotherapy is considered very effective for the discomforts of arthritis, as well as general soreness and stiffness. You probably know that standing under a hot shower can reduce your back, neck, or arthritis pain, and that soaking in a tub can help ease menstrual and muscle cramps. In the […]
