Imagine a non-invasive, simple treatment that is suitable for everyone. A treatment that heals on every level – physical, emotional, and spiritual. Welcome to the world of Reiki, a treatment system that takes a holistic approach to the body and mind. What is Reiki massage? Reiki is a system based on the principle that all […]
Continue readingAromatherapy, the use of essential oils, has been, for centuries, one of the most popular techniques of natural medicine. The Egyptians used aromatics 5,000 years ago for medicinal and cosmetic purposes. The Greeks used olive oil to absorb the odor from flower petals and herbs. Arab physicians perfected the method of distilling essential oils and […]
Continue readingWhat Are Foot Reflexology Pressure Points? In reflexology theory, the feet contain points or areas that “reflect” back to various organs and parts of the body. These points are on the bottom (plantar) surface, the top (dorsal) surface, and on the outside (lateral) and inside (medial) of the foot. The idea in reflexology is that […]
Continue readingWhat is Foot Reflexology Massage? Foot reflexology is a holistic healing method that involves pressure and massage of reflex points and areas on the feet, hands, and ears. Foot reflexology is the most common application of this practice, and various forms of reflexology are practiced in both the West and the East. All forms of […]
Continue readingSwedish massage is the most recognized and most commonly used type of massage in the United States. Most massage therapists learn Swedish massage as their core massage practice, they may add on other modalities as they progress in the profession. Swedish massage is generally used for improving relaxation, circulation, and range of motion. It has […]
Continue readingNo matter what role you play in life: mother, father, sister, brother, husband, wife, boss, employee, you’re going to go through some stress. Doesn’t a massage sound amazing right about now? As amazing as some alone time getting totally relaxed while a trained professional work out all your tension and muscle pain might sound, there […]
Continue readingEffleurage DefinedEffleurage is one of the main techniques used in massage therapy. The term effleurage is derived from the French word for “touch” or “contact.” Also referred to as gliding strokes, effleurage techniques stroke along the length of a limb. It is generally the first and last stroke used in massage and is used to […]
Continue readingA Foot massage should always be a pleasurable experience, whether it’s for relaxation purposes or to alleviate pain and discomfort. However, it’s difficult to self-massage and normally, you would need to rely on special equipment or a patient partner to do it for you. Luckily, when it comes to your feet, there’s no need to […]
Continue readingHead & Neck | Shoulder & Back | Hands & Arms | Feet & LegsMassage is one of the most pleasurable, comforting experiences for anyone and it can be just as pleasant to give a massage to a spouse, a friend or your partner as it is to receive one.It can also be beneficial to […]
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