Techniques From The Far East With Chinese Massage

Every day of our lives we are faced with lots of stresses. Whether it be a full week of hard work or just a day of vigorous physical or mental activity we general would love to go home, put our feet up and relax. For most of us however this is not the case as once we get home we are faced with even more stressors on the home front. What can you do in situations like this or when we just need some time and space to ourselves to unwind.

Trigger Point Therapy

In the last few years, there have been numerous arguments in within the professional community about practitioners utilizing manual therapy and trigger point therapy. In recent professional publications many authors have been raising the following questions - Is a trigger point a formation of fibroconnective tissue in muscles? Have histological studies ever been done on trigger points? Is there a theory of peripheral nerve pain at the motor end plate a new theory and the only theory? Are ischemic compression techniques for trigger point therapy safe and effective?

Your Personal Massage Chair

The massage chair is usually about the size of a normal recliner and will fit into most rooms. Their upholstery can be leather, vinyl or cloth. It does require electric to operate and usually has a batter backup-just in case the power goes out when you are in the 'up' position. They all carry warranties, but these vary by manufacturer and you should check into this closely.

Health by Massage Therapy - Benefits of Human Touch

Massage therapy is a growing trend among people from all walks of life. In our high speed, fast paced, ultra stressful world of today, taking some time out for an incredibly relaxing and soothing massage is something that many people look forward to.

The Basics of Japanese Massage

Over the years many different schools of massage have developed, each one displaying a variety of techniques to help people to relax, feel better, and live healthier. At the same time, an interest in medical techniques and theories from Asia has developed in the United States. Because of this, people are giving Chinese and Japanese massage techniques a try. Japanese massage incorporates theories about pressure points and the way energy flows through the body, and uses these ideas along with massage techniques in a philosophy of preventative medicine.

Getting Started - Taking The Time To Take Care Of Yourself

A little honesty and self-empowerment go a long way to starting a healthful relaxation program.

Bowen Therapy - What to Expect - Your Follow-up Treatment

A week later a second, follow-up treatment, is scheduled. Usually the client is feeling much better and the symptoms reported in the first session have changed in some way; perhaps the symptoms have diminished in intensity, or even entirely resolved. The second session is always recommended as it is considered important for setting the foundation of the work into the bodymind for longevity of results.

Bowen Therapy - General Treatment Protocol

It's highly recommended that a client schedule a minimum of two treatment sessions initially, a week apart. Typically a first treatment will focus primarily on balancing the bodymind when only the Basic Relaxation Moves are performed.

Energy Medicine - BodyTalk Balancing Hydration Technique

Hyperactivity in children has been associated to dehydration, as has a clogged lymphatic system, wrinkling of skin, headache, and various aches and pains, including fibromyalgia and arthritis. I've often found that a client who is slower to respond to treatment is dehydrated.

Energy Medicine - Clearing Your Energies - Visualizations and Mantras

The law of emotion states that any thought held in the mind and charged with emotion is rapidly accepted by the subconscious mind, activating all the other mental laws, turning inner thought into outer reality. Let your creative juices flow.

Finding Sanctuary

Everyone knows that things are getting more and more stressful each day, but most people don't really know how to distress properly without some outside help. The problem for most people is that stressful things surround them at all times and without eliminating causes of stress it is impossible to decrease your stress levels. Everyone needs a sanctuary to which they can retreat from the pressures of the world.

Energy Medicine - Clearing Your Energies - Affirmatins and Gratitude

Develop a 5-minute practice twice daily for clearing your energies. Envision yourself being in the flow, your flow. Concentrate your mind to scan your bodymind and release any tension with your breath. This simple practice will enhance your ability to focus and manage your energy system.

Fibromyalgia (FMS)

Fibromyalgia is a musculoskeletal pain and fatigue disorder for which the cause is unknown. Fibromyalgia means pain in the muscles, ligaments, tendons, and the soft tissues of the body.