Are you Suffering from Lower Back Pain? Perhaps you’ve either strained your back muscle or a ligament. Most back related injuries do not require urgent medical attention. However, this does not mean you should just try to block the pain and hope your lower back gets better on its on. Proper care is needed! The […]
Here’s Why Our Feet are Important: If the roots of a tree are healthy and strong there is a good (if not certain) indication that the rest of the plant will be healthy and strong. If the foundation of a particular building is firm and stable the rest of the structure will be sturdy and […]
Massage therapy and Reflexology has many benefits, but in order to gain these benefits, first your massage therapist needs to use just the right amount of pressure. A massage that doesn’t use enough pressure is a massage you can’t feel. While having someone lightly run their hands over your body may feel nice at the […]
A massage should usually be a pleasant, relaxing experience. The amount of pressure that you use while giving a foot, back, or full body massage can mean the difference between pain and pleasure. Unless you have a very good reason for it, a massage should never be painful. Gentler treatments tend to produce better results then […]
A foot massage can be a great way to relax, relieve stress, and pamper achy and tired feet after a hard days work. Below are some great tips to help you give a friend or loved one a quick massage. Choose a cream, oil, or lotion to work with. Creams tend to be thicker than lotions […]
Body massages have many benefits, in addition to releasing tension, a massage can help regulate blood pressure and boost your immune system. The below tips can help you give a fabulous in-home massage. Don’t Use Too Much Pressure. There are times when you need a tiny bit of pain for gain (like when you’re putting pressure on […]
Preparing For Your First Massage Therapy Most people go to a professional setting, such as a spa, wellness center, or massage clinic, for a full body massage. However, massages are becoming increasingly common in other settings such as hospitals and rehabilitation clinics. Body massages have also begun to be offered in commercial areas such as malls or airports, sporting events, or private […]
A massage can really help you relax, especially after a long day of work and stress. But did you know a massage has many benefits other than making us feel a bit more relaxed and relieving some of the pain? There are a several different massage techniques that all promise certain health benefits. You can improve internal organ […]
Maintaining healthy circulation in your feet is important to your overall health. Dangerous and life threatening complications can arise if proper circulation is not maintained. Poor lower leg circulation is a problem faced by a growing number of people especially the elderly. But there are several methods you can use at home to increase the blood […]
Reflexology is a technique in which the feet or hands are massaged or manipulated. Studies have shown that this increases wellness and healing in other parts of the body. Since the time of ancient Chinese and Egyptian civilizations, foot therapy as a form of healing has been a widespread practice. Ancient texts in many cultures throughout human history make various references to […]