Reflexology is the practice of stimulating nerves on the feet, hands and ears, in order to encourage a beneficial effect on some other parts of the body, or to try to improve general health. Reflexology is most commonly performed on the feet, moving on to the hands and/or ears where physical restraints, such as veruccas or fractures, apply.
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Reflexology
Friday, December 14th, 2007
Chinese Medical Massage (Tui Na)
Friday, December 14th, 2007
Chinese Medical Massage, or Tui Na is a therapeutic massage used for a mariad of health problems. Chinese Medical Massage, Tui Na focuses on the same energy points and channels as those in acupuncture; but the hands and fingers take the place of needles. Referred to as acupressure in the West, Chinese Medical massage, Tui Na is a method whereby a varieties of touch are used by the Tui Na practitioner to balance the Qi energy, vital substances and the internal organs. Stimulating the flow of blood and body fluids, Chinese medical massage, Tui Na releases blockages in these vital substances that would otherwise cause pain, swelling, toxic buildup and other health symptoms. A holistic treatment, Chinese medical massage, Tui Na treats the mind through the body as a whole. Chinese Medical Massage, Tui Na allows persons to achieve deep relaxation on a physical and mental plane; thus allowing vitality and overall well-being.
Women’s Issues Fatigue
Thursday, December 13th, 2007We’ve all felt it. That feeling of not being able to do or even think another thing, a feeling down to the bones: fatigue. (more…)
Massage Therapist Salary
Monday, December 10th, 2007by Patrick Austin
| Mr. Austin is a freelance journalist for Pulse MEDIA International. He also covers sports and health for a number of web sites including RealGM.com, Hoopsworld.com, and Fanstop.com, and entertainment and sports for Vainquer magazine. |
The profession of massage therapy and bodywork is growing throughout the United States. More and more people are becoming involved in fitness programs, stress reduction, relaxation techniques, wellness, and preventative health care. Traditional health practitioners are discovering the damaging effects of stress and chronic tension. Stress and resulting life-style diseases are killers in our modern society. Now might be the best time to become a masseuse and start earning a good massage therapist salary. (more…)
Cancer Pain & Complementary Therapies
Tuesday, November 27th, 2007A new study examines the role of acupuncture, massage, mind-body techniques, and dietary supplements in dealing with the pain associated with cancer by Stephanie Watson
Often one of the most difficult aspects of dealing with a cancer diagnosis is living with the pain of the disease. (more…)