Sports Massage Therapy
By Jessica at 11 December, 2009, 9:17 pm
Sport massage therapy is an important facet of a well-rounded exercise program and one that should not be limited only to professional athletes.
Read More >>Massage Therapy for Cancer Patients
By Brittany at 7 November, 2009, 9:45 pm
A number of procedures and strategies exist for treating cancer, but therapies for providing comfort and improving quality of life for patients are few. One non-invasive therapy that can benefit cancer patients is massage therapy.
Once considered detrimental for those suffering from cancer, massage therapy is now viewed as beneficial when certain guidelines are followed. The [...]
Massage Therapy: Ethics and Etiquette
By Brittany at 4 November, 2009, 5:48 am
Individuals may seek a massage for a host of reasons, such as relaxation, stress relief, improved flexibility and rehabilitative purposes. The power of touch can provide a certain level of healing. Establishing a comfort level in a professional setting is a two way street. The therapist should set boundaries with the client to avoid a [...]
Read More >>Massage and its Palliative Effects on Aging
By Brittany at 22 October, 2009, 4:59 am
Massage is a form of tissue manipulation that has been used since ancient times and in a variety of cultures to alleviate physical pain and provide psychological benefits to the recipient. Massages have proven clinical efficacy and have been shown to provide therapy to muscles, joints, skin, connective tissue and ligaments. Massage can be used [...]
Read More >>Massage Therapy for Stress Reduction
By Jessica at 9 October, 2009, 5:00 pm
Massage therapy has been used for providing relief from sore, aching muscles, but can it reduce stress?
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