Tag: massagetherapy
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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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To Help Keep You Safer…
Here are some of my COVID-19 Commitments & Policies & Protocols! Are you looking for a vaccinated massage therapist? (I’ve had the vaccine, and a booster in November 2022.) If you’re medically vulnerable, I’m doing my best to remain vigilant and covid-conscious. Please ensure that you are comfortable with these covid policies, before scheduling. Based…
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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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Should I use heat or ice?
“Is it better for me to use heat or ice for this muscle?” I hear this question frequently from massage therapy clients, and I wish it was easy to answer. For years the loose guidance has been “ice for immediate injury, heat for achiness and improved mobility.” You’ve probably heard of the RICE acronym (Rest,…
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“New year — new you”?
Got resolutions? Welcome to 2022! Time to make resolutions and goals for a new year — new you? Is there any season more obsessed with pressuring us to make radical health resolves, than the dawning of the new calendar page? Even the “beach body” ads that fill Facebook in April or May don’t reach the…
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25 Local Gift Ideas (no container-ship-surfing required!)
Have you seen the Facebook memes with desperate shoppers jet-skiing out to a container ship, looking for their holiday gifts? Never mind that… here are 25+ local suggestions for your holiday gift-giving. They’re all found right here in Hampton Roads, and you won’t have to worry about any shipping delays! Adventures & Sports The Adventure…
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Helping My Clients Cope with Anxiety & Stress from Cancer
When you are going through a course of cancer treatment, many people find that their stress and anxiety levels can go up exponentially. You may be experiencing some or all of these things: Physical symptoms such as back pain, tight shoulders, or headaches that feel connected to your stress Emotional symptoms such as depression, feeling…