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An Inside Look at Massage Therapy
Have you ever wondered how massage therapy began? How did we discover its benefits?
There is evidence of massage therapy depicted throughout history in ancient stories communicated through pictures before the written text was common. Civilizations from around the world used the power of touch to heal the sick, and, today, global cultures still do.
Massage therapy has evolved into a powerful, natural medicine technique used to heal the mind and body. Many medical issues can be treated without the use of narcotics or medication. Massage is an effective method to reduce and relieve muscle spasms, back pains, sprains, depression, limited range of motion and more!
Before you start your massage session, talk to your therapist about your specific goals. Are you looking to reduce pain caused from a sports injury? Are you trying to increase flexibility? Are you searching for a means to relax and de-stress? Sharing your goals with your therapist will ensure you get what you need and want out of your massage session.
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3 Benefits of Massage Therapy
Therapeutic massage has many benefits affecting different aspects of life. If you are still on the fence about it and how it can help, give us a call today. Until then, here is a breakdown of some benefits of massage therapy.
1. It helps maintain focus at work
Several studies proved that office employees who received regular massages showed improved performance over those who were not on a regular massage treatment schedule. It seems the staff receiving massages became less stressed, which allowed their attention to funnel in on their tasks. Less distraction from daily stresses freed up their minds to effectively complete whatever duties were assigned to them. This elevated their focus and attention. As a result, better work productivity was delivered to their employers.
2. It reduces stress and anxiety
Massage restores muscles to a relaxed state, which, in return encourages your mind to remain peaceful, thus reducing anxiety levels significantly. The mind and body connection is a powerful relationship and the awareness that exists between the two creates these physical and mental affects. Next time, pay attention to how you feel after you receive a massage. The mental burden brewing before your appointment is very different from the way you feel afterwards.
3. It improves general health
In addition to all the benefits listed above, massages also improve one’s overall health. It enhances the lymph fluid movement, enriches blood circulation, lowers blood pressure and boosts the immune system. It also improves posture, encourages better breathing and brings forth the health and nourishment of the skin.
To find out more about the benefits of trigger point therapy or massage therapy, call Eclipse Wellness today.
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What is Prenatal Massage?
For some women, being pregnant is a difficult process. Your hormones are out of flux, your muscles ache, your body is exhausted. Stress increases and you need a way to relax. Finding a way to boost sleep and address some of these physical issues is vital to you and your baby’s health.
4 Things to Look for in a Massage Therapist
Finding a massage therapist can be an intimidating experience, but knowing what to look for prevents this negative feeling from creeping up on you. Here are four things you should keep in mind when searching a sports massage or massage therapy specialist that is right for you.
1. Personality
Before scheduling your appointment, talk to the potential massage therapist first. Is the person kind and sensitive? Or is it someone who emits grumpiness, rudeness or disinterest? These are important aspects to discover prior to your appointment.
2. Cleanliness
A massage therapist works in different atmospheres, such as a spa, home or fitness center. These are some of the most bacteria infested places. So you need to make sure your specialist keeps his/her hands, massage table and area clean. Your health is important and you do not want to put it further at risk.
3. Training and Education
Start by asking if your massage therapist is licensed. Find out what school he/she graduated from. How long have they been practicing? Is the license up to date? Can you speak to some of his/her recent clients? All of these factors are essential in finding an experienced, trained, knowledgeable massage therapist. Your health is in this person’s hands, so do not feel intrusive when asking these questions.
4. Location
Talk about where you would like to receive treatment. Where is the most convenient location for the both of you? Once you decide, check out the location to make sure it is somewhere comfortable. It is where you wish to find pain relief so be sure it is a soothing atmosphere.
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Trigger Point Therapy versus Pain Killers
Pain literally stops people from leading normal, active lives. It puts a halt to socializing, cooking, helping out around the house, working and more. It is not the way to live. But the medications available to ease pain are harmful, addictive, and can cause a person to become incoherent, or prevent them from leaving the house. There is an alternative to prescribed narcotics. Find relief in trigger point therapy.
Trigger Point Therapy is Safe!
Trigger point therapy is a safe and effective technique that relieves pain. It does not have any pharmaceutical side effects and it is a natural way to help your body restore a relaxed, unstressed, pain-free state. It helps your body get “unstuck” from the current negative state it is in. But for it to work, you must decide that you are ready to take action when it comes to your own rehabilitation and care.
Get Involved in Your Own Recovery
First, be aware of your body. Listen to your aches and pains. As soon as you feel the onset of pain, take action. You cannot wait to begin treatment. Before the damaged feeling becomes second nature to your physical being and its reaction, you have to break this cycle and remind your body what it feels like to be in a vigorous, peaceful, stress-free state.
There are other factors within your control that contribute to the healing process. Some of these include stretching, eating right, relaxing and finding ways to repeat these actions. It helps your body become “unstuck”. It reminds your body what it feels like to live without such intense strain.
Our massage specialists are available to provide you with proper exercises and stretches to implement in conjunction with trigger point therapy. All of these actions allow your body to regain flexibility, movement and strength. To find out more about effective massage therapy treatments, call Eclipse Wellness today.
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