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Jan 18
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What’s Your Resolution?

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Happy 2017 to you all! January is the perfect time to start incorporating changes into your life. At the start of a new year, it’s easier to begin working on a long-term road-map to a healthier, happier you. So, what’s your resolution and how can massage therapy help you achieve it? 1. Lose Weight If your goal this year is to lose weight and tone your body, massage therapy can be a huge benefit. Working out can create stress and tension in the muscles, making you susceptible to injuries that…

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Sep 07
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Massage Therapy & Holding Space

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As a massage therapist, I am often exposed to the most raw, vulnerable side of my clients. It goes without saying that this is a tremendous responsibility. Each client has unique concerns and inhibitions that it is my job to help them move past through bodywork. Each client has special goals in pursuing massage therapy treatment. In joining in with my clients on their healing journey, I find myself doing something called “holding space.” What Does It Mean To “Hold Space”? One who holds space is a person who simply…

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Jul 13
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An Overview of Trigger Point Therapy

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What is a Trigger Point? The first thing to remember here is that the entire body is connected. I discussed this in my blog post about CTT, but to summarize: your body is essentially a vast network held together by connective tissue. And that network allows for communication throughout your body. A trigger point is when a tight area or “muscle knot” communicates pain or discomfort to other parts of your body. This type of pain is called referral pain. Here’s an example of how a trigger point works: You…

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Jun 30
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Connective Tissue Therapy

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What is Connective Tissue? Connective Tissue, abbreviated CT, is exactly what its name suggests: tissue that connects. It can be found amidst other tissues throughout the entire body – including the nervous system. In fact, the brain and spinal cord are all enveloped in Connective Tissue, making it one of the most important kinds of tissue in the body. As we learned in massage school, our bodies are shaped by our Connective Tissue. If all of our other tissues were removed and CT remained, we would still retain our physical…

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Apr 07
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What to Expect During Your Session

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What to Expect During Your Session In order to give you the best, most comfortable bodywork session possible, there are certain aspects of the massage process you should be aware of before you arrive. Though I’m always available to answer questions and discuss concerns as they come up, being prepared before your session can give you peace of mind and help your massage be even more enjoyable. Here is an overview of what you can expect during your session with me. Preparation & Intake I’ve already provided an overview of…

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Apr 06
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How to Prepare for Your Massage

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How to Prepare for Your Massage Getting the most out of your massage requires one major factor: you have to feel relaxed. At my practice, I want clients to experience the full benefits of bodywork, and that means feeling comfortable with themselves and with me. So, here are a few things you can do to prepare for your session that will maximize your comfort and minimize any embarrassment. Hygiene The day of your massage, just get to a hygiene level you’re comfortable with. Don’t worry about un-polished toenails or un-shaved…

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