Suffering from neck pain? You’re not alone. Hundreds of thousands of Americans suffer from chronic neck pain daily, and most of them aren’t aware of what they’ve done to bring it on. The first step is understanding what the initial cause of the pain was. What Causes Neck Pain? It’s…
1 CommentHealthy LivingBy Rachel MacklesOn Valentine’s Day it’s likely that you spoil your significant other with flowers, chocolate and a card. Those who go all out may even pick out a nice piece of jewelry or plan a fancy dinner. But, if you’re looking for a gift that will truly benefit your significant other, it’s time to give the…
Leave a commentHealthy Living, Massage therapy benefitsBy Rachel MacklesStress is all too common. In fact, as you just read the word you probably felt your heart beat a little faster and your mind race to your to-do list. Your body encounters stress as soon as you wake up. Whether it’s trying to get all of the kids to school on time,…
Leave a commentHealthy Living, Massage therapy benefitsBy Rachel MacklesFall usually sounds like the perfect time to relax a bit after an action-packed summer, but achy joints and cranky muscles may be keeping you from enjoying yourself fully. Here are six unexpected reasons you need a massage this fall. You’ve been super active Summer sports and activities like running, swimming, hiking, kayaking…
1 CommentHealthy Living, Massage therapy benefitsBy Rachel MacklesWhether you’re an elite athlete, weekend warrior or just very busy, you have likely experienced inflammation due to overuse or injury. And if you suffer from asthma or rheumatoid arthritis, you’re probably very familiar with chronic inflammation. The good news is that massage therapy can likely offer some relief. Inflammation by itself is…
Leave a commentHealthy Living, Massage therapy benefits, UncategorizedBy Mark VolkmannThere is nothing better than a solid night’s sleep to help you manage all the activities and stresses of your day. But how many of us get that good night’s sleep as often as we need it? Not enough of us, it turns out. According to the National Sleep Foundation, the recommended amount…
Leave a commentHealthy Living, Massage therapy benefits, UncategorizedBy Mark VolkmannHow has your day been today? Busy? For most people, the answer to that question is a resounding “yes!”. Smartphones and the Internet have made it so that we rarely are unavailable for work, which makes it much harder for us to check out and recharge. When was the last time you took a minute…
Leave a commentEducation, Fun, Healthy LivingBy Mark VolkmannYour tired, achy muscles need relief, but there’s no massage therapist available. Although it would be amazing to have a professional massage therapist at your beck and call, the reality is that very few of us will ever experience that luxury. Did you know that for a small investment in time and equipment, you can…
Leave a commentHealthy Living, MassageBookBy Mark VolkmannEvery massage should be as different as the individual receiving it. While many experienced massage therapists are very good at discovering each body’s unique set of muscular and physical issues, the quality of your massage is very much dependent on how well you inform your therapist of what’s going on with your body. Massage therapists…
4 CommentsEducation, Healthy LivingBy Mark VolkmannGet centered, discover a healthy work/life balance, and embrace the present day with these 5 Zen practices that are sure to revive and refresh you. Zen Practices: Develop rituals Creating a habit through rituals – it can be a wonderful way to achieve mindfulness. If you don’t already have a morning or evening ritual to…
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