Tag: benefitsofmassage
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How Oncology Massage Supports the Virginia Cancer Plan (Part 2)
Oncology massage is an important part of a multi-disciplinary approach to help cancer patients. And since I’m part of CACV (Cancer Action Coalition of Virginia), I’m excited to share how oncology massage contributes to the 2023-2027 Virginia Cancer Plan. For example, my work can help with these Plan goals: Eliminating Barriers to Access Massage Therapy…
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Quiet Strength: How Oncology Massage Supports the Virginia Cancer Plan
Recently, I traveled to Richmond to attend the Cancer Action Coalition of Virginia conference. I’m a member of CACV’s Survivorship Task Force, especially because I’m providing oncology massage therapy. Helping clients feel better from their side effects is a huge motivation for my massage work. (And I’m a cancer survivor, as well). CACV is a…
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What You’ll Get from Your Massage
I know that you want to get the best possible massage. And if I’m suggesting that you put weekly, monthly, or quarterly massage appointments into your calendar — and you’re adding them to your budget — then it’s my job to tell you what you’re investing in, right? So here it is — what you…
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How is massage therapy like an act of kindness?
Since we recently celebrated Random Acts of Kindness Week – and after all, random acts of kindness are awesome year ‘round – I was thinking about the theme of kindness and how it relates to working with massage clients. And, you know what — massage therapy can be seen as an act of kindness in…
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Massage Mythbuster: Get Those Toxins Out…
Happy 2023! For a lot of us, the new year means a fresh start and brings resolve to take better care of our bodies. Maybe you’ve had your fair share of wine & delicious food over the past few weeks. (Most of us have the tendency to eat a bit more over the holidays.) Should…
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Is Massage Good for Congestion & Sinus Pain?
“Can massage help my sinus pressure?” If you’re frequently dealing with sinus headaches, allergies, or stubborn nasal congestion, you’re in good company! The Cleveland Clinic estimates that 31 million people in the US suffer from sinus issues. With allergy seasons dragging on, more and more of my clients are struggling with these symptoms. You may…
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Can Massage Help Neuropathy?
Oftentimes people will ask, “Can massage help with this . . .?” Some of the more common questions are about headaches, back pain, & stress. But my clients also want help with issues like Peripheral Neuropathy. Peripheral Neuropathy refers to damage to the nerves and peripheral nervous system. (That’s the network of nerves that branch…
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4 Ideas to Help Insomnia
Got insomnia? Did you know that March is National Sleep Awareness Month? And this month is fun for several reasons. You have your choice of picking your March Madness basketball bracket, celebrating the luck o’ the Irish with green-tinted beer, or walking around wearily from a confused circadian rhythm… wait, that’s not fun! We need…
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Will Massage Help Me with My Pain?
Helping people to feel better, to move more easily, and to lower their stress & anxiety is what Quiet Strength Massage Therapy is all about. And some of my clients say that they’ve been experiencing tension and soreness for years. So, is massage therapy a helpful option for mitigating your muscle & joint pain? When…
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Feedback Please…
…or, the Importance of Speaking Up! Chances are you know the value of a truly great massage. Especially when you’re going through times of stress or chronic pain, we all look forward to the physical and emotional benefits of coming in for a massage session. But what can you do if your massage isn’t quite…