The Healing Place of Cottage Grove
www.thehealingplacecg.com
A massage should be an invigorating and relaxing experience. Therefore, when going for a massage it is important to look out for a few key factors to get your dollar’s worth and to not waste your time. Many say that when looking for a masseuse that you should book with the most popular masseuse in that location. This usually means that they are more attentive to their client’s needs and thus have a busier clientele. It is important to try to relax before your massage, otherwise it will take longer for you to unwind during the process. However, what really makes a good massage is the masseuse or massage therapist who is performing the massage. It is vital for the masseuse to be qualified so that he or she will not further aggravate any injury that you may have. You should expect the therapist to have you fill out some sort of questionnaire so that he or she can figure out the best route for treatment. After analyzing your answers, the therapist should then explain to you what will be done. Some also ask if you are ticklish in areas or if there is any area that you would prefer to be left alone, such as the feet.
You will then be led to the massage room and will have to change. The room should be warm and inviting with a comfortable massage table for you to lay on. There should be plenty of privacy. Facial pillows are not always offered but definitely do help to alleviate tension in the neck and upper back during the massage. There should be a comfortable temperature in the room so that you will be able to lay with just the blanket over you and not be freezing cold or sweating. A good masseuse will tuck in all of the blankets for you, allowing you to relax throughout the entire experience. The massage therapist will use oils or lotions for certain massages but you can ask for this to be omitted if it makes you more comfortable.
As the massage commences, the backside of the client is usually the first to be worked on. If the pressure is too little or too much it is crucial to tell the therapist. Otherwise, the massage will either cause you to be in a lot of pain the next day or will not do anything for you. Massage therapists will usually start with a relatively good amount of pressure. A good massage therapist will use a variety of techniques throughout the massage so if you find one to be uncomfortable or painful, let the therapist know. Be aware that the trigger points for many ailments are not directly on the spot where you are feeling pain. Do not be alarmed if the therapist is not working directly on the painful area for this reasoning. However, if you are sore in your shoulders and the therapist is working on your leg, voice your opinion that maybe he or she should work on your back more. You will eventually be asked to turn around. The therapist should assist you with the blankets so that nothing is exposed. Make sure to tell the masseuse if you do or do not want your head and face worked on, but if the massage is good the therapist should have already asked you this.
When the massage is complete, you should feel loose and relaxed. Depending on the severity of your case, not all of the symptoms will have vanished. There should be no excruciating pain after the massage. If this is the case, clearly you have not done your research on the therapist. The massage therapist should make sure to remind you to drink lots of fluids after you leave. This is so that the body will be able to flush out any toxins in your body that were released during the massage. If you enjoyed your experience, it would be a good idea to make an appointment for a follow up appointment in a couple of weeks to keep up with the massage. You may want to come more or less frequently depending on your lifestyle and budget. A good massage is a great way to relax and to improve your health!
Thursday, February 5, 2009
Wednesday, January 21, 2009
A CLOSER LOOK AT SCIATICA
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651-206-7141
www.thehealingplacecg.com
The sciatic nerve runs from the pelvis to the hip area and buttocks
and down each leg, making it the longest nerve in the body. It also
controls many of the muscles in the lower legs and provides feeling to
the thighs, legs and feet. When pain radiates along this nerve, it is
referred to as sciatica.
Clients may come in complaining of discomfort almost anywhere
along the nerve pathway. However, it’s especially likely to follow
one of these routes:
From the lower back to the knee;
From the mid-buttock to the outside of the calf, the top of the foot
and into the space between the last two toes;
From the inside of the calf to the inner ankle and sole.
The pain can vary widely, from a mild ache to a sharp, burning sensation
or excruciating discomfort. It often starts gradually and intensifies
over time, and more than one lower extremity is affected.
Clients suffering from sciatica may also experience numbness or
muscle weakness along the nerve pathway in their leg or foot. Some
also experience tingling or a pins-and-needle feeling in their toes or
part of their foot.
Massage with Deep tissue and Myofacial release has proven to have lessend sympthoms
Source: www.mayoclinic.com
651-206-7141
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The sciatic nerve runs from the pelvis to the hip area and buttocks
and down each leg, making it the longest nerve in the body. It also
controls many of the muscles in the lower legs and provides feeling to
the thighs, legs and feet. When pain radiates along this nerve, it is
referred to as sciatica.
Clients may come in complaining of discomfort almost anywhere
along the nerve pathway. However, it’s especially likely to follow
one of these routes:
From the lower back to the knee;
From the mid-buttock to the outside of the calf, the top of the foot
and into the space between the last two toes;
From the inside of the calf to the inner ankle and sole.
The pain can vary widely, from a mild ache to a sharp, burning sensation
or excruciating discomfort. It often starts gradually and intensifies
over time, and more than one lower extremity is affected.
Clients suffering from sciatica may also experience numbness or
muscle weakness along the nerve pathway in their leg or foot. Some
also experience tingling or a pins-and-needle feeling in their toes or
part of their foot.
Massage with Deep tissue and Myofacial release has proven to have lessend sympthoms
Source: www.mayoclinic.com
Thursday, January 15, 2009
When Not to Receive Massage
As wonderful as massage is, sometimes you should not receive a
massage.
First, let’s look at the effects of massage on your body. I’m talking
here primarily about Swedish and Deep Tissue massage.
Massage changes the internal environment of your body, influencing
the diameter of blood vessels and direction of fluid flow. Massage also
changes the chemical balance of the body, reducing some types of
hormones and increasing others, shifting secretion of
neurotransmitters, and changing the protein levels in interstitial
tissues.
So, the question becomes, can your body handle these changes?
Many of the medical conditions for which massage is contraindicated
(meaning you should not receive a massage) involve the circulatory
system.
Do not get a massage if you have an embolism, thrombus, or anything
involving a blood clot. If you have a history of or risk factors for blood
clots, be sure your massage therapist knows. Each therapist will decide
whether to give you a massage; however, you should know that if you
have an undiagnosed blood clot, massage can theoretically cause the
clot to dislodge and land you in the hospital (or worse).
Any condition involving damaged blood vessels requires extreme
caution for massage. For example, some people consider aneurysms
an absolute contraindication for massage while others say it depends
on the location and type of aneurysm. Even so, get a massage only
with a doctor’s written OK, and no deep massage.
Other cautionary conditions include advanced atherosclerosis,
uncontrolled high blood pressure, uncontrolled diabetes, and advanced
heart disease.
Aside from circulatory conditions, another major area of
contraindication for massage involves acute infection. Massage can
potentially cause any infection to spread.
What about colds and flu? Massage can potentially make you sicker by
helping the virus spread. Once you are past the acute stage, and just
have a few lingering symptoms, massage is OK, though you may feel a
little worse for a day or so afterward.
And I hope it’s obvious that if you have anything contagious, you
shouldn’t be getting a massage. Be considerate of your massage
therapist! We are particularly concerned about contagious skin
conditions.
Also be aware that research about the effects of massage on some
medical conditions is lacking, and sometimes massage therapists are
just being safe by not doing massage. Afterall, we don’t want to hurt
you.
Ten years ago, cancer was considered an absolute contraindication for
massage, but recent research has shown that carefully applied
massage can sometimes be beneficial. Many cancer treatment
programs now even include massage.
The important thing is to make sure you give your massage therapist
an accurate and complete health history so that he/she can make an
informed decision about whether massage is appropriate for you.
massage.
First, let’s look at the effects of massage on your body. I’m talking
here primarily about Swedish and Deep Tissue massage.
Massage changes the internal environment of your body, influencing
the diameter of blood vessels and direction of fluid flow. Massage also
changes the chemical balance of the body, reducing some types of
hormones and increasing others, shifting secretion of
neurotransmitters, and changing the protein levels in interstitial
tissues.
So, the question becomes, can your body handle these changes?
Many of the medical conditions for which massage is contraindicated
(meaning you should not receive a massage) involve the circulatory
system.
Do not get a massage if you have an embolism, thrombus, or anything
involving a blood clot. If you have a history of or risk factors for blood
clots, be sure your massage therapist knows. Each therapist will decide
whether to give you a massage; however, you should know that if you
have an undiagnosed blood clot, massage can theoretically cause the
clot to dislodge and land you in the hospital (or worse).
Any condition involving damaged blood vessels requires extreme
caution for massage. For example, some people consider aneurysms
an absolute contraindication for massage while others say it depends
on the location and type of aneurysm. Even so, get a massage only
with a doctor’s written OK, and no deep massage.
Other cautionary conditions include advanced atherosclerosis,
uncontrolled high blood pressure, uncontrolled diabetes, and advanced
heart disease.
Aside from circulatory conditions, another major area of
contraindication for massage involves acute infection. Massage can
potentially cause any infection to spread.
What about colds and flu? Massage can potentially make you sicker by
helping the virus spread. Once you are past the acute stage, and just
have a few lingering symptoms, massage is OK, though you may feel a
little worse for a day or so afterward.
And I hope it’s obvious that if you have anything contagious, you
shouldn’t be getting a massage. Be considerate of your massage
therapist! We are particularly concerned about contagious skin
conditions.
Also be aware that research about the effects of massage on some
medical conditions is lacking, and sometimes massage therapists are
just being safe by not doing massage. Afterall, we don’t want to hurt
you.
Ten years ago, cancer was considered an absolute contraindication for
massage, but recent research has shown that carefully applied
massage can sometimes be beneficial. Many cancer treatment
programs now even include massage.
The important thing is to make sure you give your massage therapist
an accurate and complete health history so that he/she can make an
informed decision about whether massage is appropriate for you.
Saturday, January 10, 2009
Complementary and alternative medicine quiz
How much do you know about complementary and alternative medicine? These terms are given to a collection of therapies and treatments that fall outside the realm of conventional Western medicine. Complementary and alternative medicine include some of the most ancient of the healing arts, as well as some of the most technologically dependent treatments. Take the quiz below to test your knowledge of complementary and alternative medicine.
Thursday, January 8, 2009
Reversing Obesity through Detoxification the difference between illness and health.
The Healing Place of Cottage Grove
www.thehealingplacecg.com
Possibly one of the most effective self-help steps you can take to ensure lasting health is to go through a detoxification program. People ordinarily think of detoxification in terms of substance abuse, but I use the term far more broadly. You can become toxic from foods—that is, the wrong ones.
A lifetime of poor eating habits— the standard American fare of fast, processed, and junk foods—leads to both nutritional depletion and a dangerous accumulation of toxins throughout the body. This state of chronic toxicity, if not reversed, can lead to the emergence of many debilitating, even life-threatening illnesses.
If you suffer from a chronic condition, such as weight gain, getting the toxins out of your body can mean the difference between continued illness and remarkable recovery.
http://isagenixmn.blogspot.com/
www.thehealingplacecg.com
Possibly one of the most effective self-help steps you can take to ensure lasting health is to go through a detoxification program. People ordinarily think of detoxification in terms of substance abuse, but I use the term far more broadly. You can become toxic from foods—that is, the wrong ones.
A lifetime of poor eating habits— the standard American fare of fast, processed, and junk foods—leads to both nutritional depletion and a dangerous accumulation of toxins throughout the body. This state of chronic toxicity, if not reversed, can lead to the emergence of many debilitating, even life-threatening illnesses.
If you suffer from a chronic condition, such as weight gain, getting the toxins out of your body can mean the difference between continued illness and remarkable recovery.
http://isagenixmn.blogspot.com/
Tuesday, January 6, 2009
Food Cravings
The Healing Place of Cottage Grove
www.thehealingplacecg.com
651-206-7141
Did you know that an unbalanced diet can trigger increased food cravings that make it difficult to stick to any diet for very long?
Going on a diet and losing weight doesn't have to mean depriving yourself from the foods you enjoy. You just need to find the right balance... and now you can.
With the Isagenix products you can achive this balance
www.rwesterberg.isagenix.com
651-206-7141
www.thehealingplacecg.com
651-206-7141
Did you know that an unbalanced diet can trigger increased food cravings that make it difficult to stick to any diet for very long?
Going on a diet and losing weight doesn't have to mean depriving yourself from the foods you enjoy. You just need to find the right balance... and now you can.
With the Isagenix products you can achive this balance
www.rwesterberg.isagenix.com
651-206-7141
Saturday, January 3, 2009
About Isagenix
The Healing Place of Cottage Grove
www.thehealingplacecg.com
Isagenix is a simple to follow nutritional system. The products are all natural and organic. The flagship product is a cleansing system that removes toxins and at the same time replenishes the body with over 240 nutrients to help you achieve optimal health. By detoxing and replenishing the body with over 240 essential nutrients, the Isagenix nutritional system enables the body to be the miracle is was designed to be and heal itself. What better approach to wellness?
Detoxification is absolutely necessary! No matter where you live in the world, your body is sucking in chemicals all the time.
Sources of toxins are:
the air,
your new car (it smells good but it is really bad!)
your furniture - the fabric is usually treated with flame retardant
fruits and vegetables are sprayed with chemicals so they ripen in transit
the water you drink
the water you shower with
for more information visit my website or call 651-206-7141
www.rwesterberg.isagenix.com
www.thehealingplacecg.com
Isagenix is a simple to follow nutritional system. The products are all natural and organic. The flagship product is a cleansing system that removes toxins and at the same time replenishes the body with over 240 nutrients to help you achieve optimal health. By detoxing and replenishing the body with over 240 essential nutrients, the Isagenix nutritional system enables the body to be the miracle is was designed to be and heal itself. What better approach to wellness?
Detoxification is absolutely necessary! No matter where you live in the world, your body is sucking in chemicals all the time.
Sources of toxins are:
the air,
your new car (it smells good but it is really bad!)
your furniture - the fabric is usually treated with flame retardant
fruits and vegetables are sprayed with chemicals so they ripen in transit
the water you drink
the water you shower with
for more information visit my website or call 651-206-7141
www.rwesterberg.isagenix.com
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