I do not think there is anyone who would be reading this blog and would not agree that stress is a major problem in modern society, and that massage is a great way to get rid of it. (more…)
Posts Tagged ‘stress’
Massage Means Less Stress, More Math
Monday, August 10th, 2009Massage: A Deeper Look (Part II)
Wednesday, May 27th, 2009One of the most important things to do before giving – or receiving – a deep tissue massage is to determine which muscles need a deep tissue approach. It’s very rare that all muscles will need to have deep tissue massage and recipients can end up more beat up and tense after their massage if they do not identify which areas are to receive deep tissue massage, and which are to not. (more…)
Manage Workplace Stress with Corporate Massage
Wednesday, February 25th, 2009As more corporations begin to downsize, workplace stress is at an all time high. Workers are increasingly worried about their job stability and employees are shouldering the burden of heavier workloads as staff numbers decrease. Many employees are even reluctant to take any vacation time. Within the current economic climate, these conditions are not expected to improve soon, and a rise in stress related illness is anticipated. Corporate massage is a proven way to mitigate physical and emotional stress and can aid businesses of all sizes to maintain a healthy workforce. (more…)
Nintendo Offers Free Chair Massages at Select U.S. Malls
Monday, December 8th, 2008Nintendo has unveiled a unique campaign this holiday season by opening gaming ‘spas’ at several malls throughout the country. The goal is to give customers a brief respite from the mental fatigue and aching muscles caused by frenetic shopping by offering a free chair massage. (more…)
Aromatherapy and Massage Work Together to Improve Physical and Emotional Health
Friday, November 7th, 2008Massage combined with aromatherapy can have a significant impact on stress, anxiety and the immune system. Several recent studies have explored whether combining aromatherapy with therapeutic massage can increase the benefits that each have been shown to provide on their own. (more…)
Massage Therapy and Depression
Wednesday, October 15th, 2008One of the best-known benefits of massage therapy is its ability to enhance feelings of well-being and studies show promise in aiding those diagnosed with depression. (more…)
Diabetics Benefit from Massage Therapy
Wednesday, August 27th, 2008Diabetes is a chronic condition that affects the body’s ability to use sugar. The American Diabetes Association estimates that 24 million Americans are presently suffering from diabetes. Although treatments are available, diabetes is still a leading cause of death in the United States, ranked 6th by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. (more…)
Take Time-Outs to Cut the Risk of being Sidelined!
Friday, July 18th, 2008We all have daily stressors and it is not easy to find the time to accomplish everything we would like to get done each day. With the demands on our time rising, finding an opportunity to rest is becoming more and more rare. Every free moment is usually occupied with a task and it is easy to get lost in the small details of everyday life. (more…)
Tension Headache—It’s Not All in Your Head
Wednesday, May 21st, 2008The most common type of headache is known as the tension or stress headache. While this type of headache may be considered garden variety, its causes are not always straightforward and recurrent episodes can be difficult to treat effectively. Tension headaches are considered ‘normal’ as they are not the result of a more serious disease or condition, but their debilitating effects can seriously affect work performance and interfere with one’s lifestyle. (more…)