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The Best Carrier Oils to Use in Massage Therapy, Part I
Carrier oils that are used in massage therapy are vegetable oils derived from the fatty portion of various plants, often from the nuts, seeds, or kernels. They are the ‘carrier’ for the essential oils also used in massage therapy. Carrier oils do not have to be infused with essential oils in order to be beneficial…
Read MoreResearch Confirms the Benefits of Massage Therapy
Ask anyone who regularly gets a massage and he or she can tell you how wonderful massages are and how much healthier they feel after getting them. Within the past few years, there have also been research studies that validate the positive benefits of massage therapy. Massage therapy research conclusions The American Massage Therapy Association…
Read MoreMassage Therapy and Emotional Release
Emotions that we do not process and release become trapped in the tissues of the body where they can end up causing pain, decreased range of motion, and other ailments. The Asian cultures have recognized this capacity of the human body for centuries, but the American culture is just now beginning to accept this reality.…
Read MoreThe Touch of a Massage Therapist
According to Rick Chillot in Psychology Today, touch is the first language we learn because it is the first sense babies acquire. Touch is very important to the healthy development of babies. A touch can soothe, reassure, convey love, assist, and it can nonverbally convey a host of other messages, both positive and negative. In…
Read MoreMassage Therapy as an Adjunct to Physical Therapy
Many physical therapists are also trained in massage therapy. They realize that soft tissue work, such as massage therapy, extends the benefits of physical therapy. When physical therapists, occupational therapists, and massage therapists work together, they can assist their patients with dramatic improvements from injury to many areas of their bodies. Conditions that benefit from…
Read More4 Tips When You Are Searching for a Massage Therapist
Whether you are a longtime devotee to massage therapy for its many health benefits, or you have never had one massage, there will come a time when you need to find a qualified massage therapist. There are several bad ideas for finding a massage therapist: pointing one out in the phone book, scouring social media,…
Read MoreNeed to Boost to Your Immune System? Try Massage Therapy
A good massage can do wonders to decrease your stress level, relax tense muscles, and help you get a better night’s sleep. Countless studies have been done on the positive impact massage therapy has on the body, and the evidence continues to grow. Massage therapy is so good for so many reasons and is safe…
Read MoreMassage Therapy and Mental Health: Relax Your Body and Your Mind
Most people know that massage therapy is one way to feel more relaxed, find relief for pain symptoms, and help reduce stress. But did you know it could also be good for your mental health? Massage therapy has been practiced for thousands of years, first by the Chinese and then by other cultures as time…
Read MoreMassage Therapy and the Athlete
If you are one of the millions of people around the globe who are involved in some type of regular exercise, sport, or athletic team, you know the benefits of staying active. Reduced risk of heart disease, maintaining a healthy weight, improved circulation, and more energy are just a few of the positive outcomes of…
Read MoreMassage: Good for You, Good for Your Health
When we think of “massage,” we often think of luxury spas or a private masseuse. Over the years, massage therapy has become more widely available and convenient, with locations in airports, shopping malls, hotels, and businesses. Massage therapists use specific movement on the body’s soft tissue areas to help relieve tension, enhance well-being, and loosen…
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