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How Long Should My Massage Be?

12/30/2015

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This is a question that doesn’t even occur to many clients.  60 minutes -- Isn’t that what everyone gets?  Actually no, some people get longer massages, some get shorter. Just like determining the frequency you get massage, the length of your massage depends on your particular situation and goals (see my other blog How Often Should I Get A Massage).

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Types of Massage

12/28/2015

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Types of Massage Therapy
The alphabet soup of massage techniques can be surprisingly large and daunting to a newbie to massage.  As massage therapists gain experience and advanced training, their menu goes beyond much more than the typical "Swedish" or "Deep Tissue" massage.




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How Massage Relieves Stress

12/27/2015

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Massage Therapy for Stress
Most people have heard that massage relieves the symptoms of stress - but how?  First, let’s define stress.  A stressor is a situation orevent which upsets your balance and triggers a biochemical reaction called the“flight or fight” or stress response. The stress response helps you either flee from a stressor or stand up and fight.  Signs of the stress response include increased perspiration, muscle tension, and heart rate; rapid and shallow breathing, rerouting of blood away from internal organs resulting in slowed digestion.  ​


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Massage for Aching Hands

12/23/2015

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Many of us have hands and arms that ache.  Pain has numerous causes, including:   
  • Overuse from activities such as typing and knitting. Injuries from sports, work,or other accidents. 
  • Repetitive stress injuries like carpal tunnel syndrome.
  • Illness such as rheumatoid arthritis.


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5 Reasons Chair Massage Should be In Your Workplace

12/20/2015

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1. Employees love it. 
​Regular, on-site massage gives employees the immediate and reinforced message that you value and appreciate them.  So much better than a coffee mug!

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Does pectoral massage mean you're going to massage my breasts?

12/19/2015

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In short, NO! Absolutely not! Many massage therapists have a question on their intake form that asks if you want to avoid specific areas during the massage. Some women check pectoral muscles (aka pecs) because they worry that it involves breast massage, and they don’t see the benefit of massage to these muscles. 


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Fascia

12/17/2015

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Fascia (pronounced fash´e-ah) is the new "in thing" in massage and training.  And for good reason!  For many years, fascia was largely ignored by reseachers focused on muscles, organs, and other tissue.  Recent research has revealed the powerful role fascia plays in movement, neuromuscular communication, and the structure of the body.

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Massage for Headache, TMJ, and Neck Pain

12/16/2015

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Many clients come to us with recurring headaches, pain and tighness in their jaws, or "stiff necks".  We offer massage specifically designed to address these issues.  During your session, your therapist will focus on your head, face, and neck with techniques designed to relieve tension and reduce pain in these areas.  

Just let us know you're coming in for help with head, neck, or jaw pain when you schedule!


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How Often Should I Get a Massage?

12/1/2015

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 Clients often ask me how often they should get a massage.  A standard recommendation from other massage businesses is once a month. My recommendation will depend on what your goals are for massage.  I’ll also carefully consider your individual condition and lifestyle.   

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Bodywork for Winter Sports

12/1/2015

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​Runners and cyclists have long appreciated how bodywork can help them perform at their best. But it seems as though skiers and other winter athletes are just beginning to include massage and assisted stretching in their sports routine.


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Sports Massage for Skiing

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