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http://www.webmd.com/pain-management/ss/slideshow-low-back-pain-overview Massage and Back Pain Back pain is one of the most common complaints heard by doctors and massage therapists today. It is highly likely that you will experience some level of back pain at some point during your life. Unfortunately, if the condition does not resolve quickly, you can end up with…
It’s almost Valentine’s Day, the perfect time to treat yourself, or a loved one to a massage (hint, hint husband, boyfriend, or significant other??). If that’s not a good enough reason, how about this: Not only can massage therapy evoke relaxation and relieve, it can lessen chronic pain, reduce muscle soreness, increase blood circulation and…
Where do you get away from it all to meditate, dream, or decompress?? In the Western culture, we live in a fast paced, frenetic society. It seems that more and more people are getting away from connecting to one another in person and having any meaningful conversation. Connections and updates about our lives are…
According to several studies, about 67 percent of adults experience severe neck and shoulder pain in their lifetime. As a CMT, I would have guessed the actual number is much higher than this. As it turns out, neck pain is one of the primary reasons people visit their physician. Unfortunately, many people don’t know what…
We all too familiar with this scenario… ‘You wake up each morning and are in a big rush to get to work on time. It seems like traffic is always bumper to bumper! By the time you get to work, you are met with deadlines, office politics, and 100 things on your to do list…
I was at the gym this morning when all of a sudden I had a pounding headache, one like I had never had before. For someone that rarely has headaches, especially of this type, was odd. I tried to continue my workout, but the pounding would not subside. I went home, popped and aspirin and…
Don’t just sit there…. Get to work!” used to be a familiar sound from the boss. These days, however, most all of our jobs are sedentary. As you can imagine, spending 8 hours a day in one position is not ideal for our bodies. Improper sitting can subject your body to unnecessary stress that may…
I inherited Gracie from my son over a year ago. I cannot even begin to tell you what a blessing this beloved little girl has been in my life!! Dogs really do help you to view your life/the universe differently, that is, if you care to pay attention. The unconditional love and companionship they offer…