How to get the most out of your massage

How to get the most out of your massage

I understand how busy life is, and how difficult it can be to unwind the mind and body, especially in times of stress. It even takes several moments after laying down on the massage table to get into the “zen mode” and to optimize the parasympathetic system to...
Take a Cold Plunge!

Take a Cold Plunge!

We all have rituals and routines in our lives that define who we are. For some, it might be jogging or walking, yoga or just stretching, others, meditation or prayer.And then there’s the Polar Bear Plunge.Since 1904, many intrepid Bostonians have been wading and...
Moving On Up!

Moving On Up!

Grateful for our New Vinings Clinic! This Thanksgiving 2024 I was blessed and grateful for so many things. Finally, after searching for 18 months, I was most grateful for finding a place where I could make the massage clinic of my dreams a reality. For this, and all...

What Do Doulas Do?

A doula assists the mother and her family both physically and emotionally during the childbirth process. An informed doula will give the mother all the options available and supports the mother in those choices. Many times, a doula will be able to give the family...

The Muscle Relaxers’ Covid-19 Response

Hello dear ones! I hope this finds you healthy and well. Although I’ve secretly really enjoyed having some time to rest and relax, I’m looking forward to doing a soft opening next week. However, I wanted to let you all know that I will be implementing safety...

Rose for the heart, if your’e smart!

By Ofelia M. Sierra In herbal medicine there is a phenomenon known as the doctrine of signatures. This is where the physical attributes of the plant symbolize the attributes that the plant can bring to help with those organs. For example, walnuts look like the folds...

Massage Therapy: An Introduction

On this page: Key Points History of Massage Use of Massage Therapy in the United States Defining Massage Therapy The Practice of Massage Therapy Research Status Safety Training, Licensing, and Certification Licenses and Certifications If You Are Thinking About Using...

Information About Massage Therapy

Massage Therapy as Complementary Health Care * Introduction* Massage Therapy – Definition* Who Provides Massage Therapy* What Massage Therapists Do in Treating Patients* Side Effects and Risks* Some Other Points To Consider About Massage Therapy as CAM* How...