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Massage & Wellness Blog
Why Massage Therapy is Important
Relaxation is Therapeutic We strive to create a space for you to relax, unwind, and escape to wherever you need to be in your mind to tap into your bodies innate ability to heal itself. Through breathing, stretching, and therapeutic touch, we want to work with you, your lifestyle, and your body to improve your everyday life. Therapeutic Massage is helpful for most people. From the …
FAQ: Massage and Barefoot Massage
Why should I get a Barefoot Massage? (And what to expect) This is a contribution from Vanessa. A new study has revealed for the first time how kneading eases sore muscles—by turning off genes associated with inflammation and turning on genes that help muscles heal. This is particularly important if you are on an exercise regimen, since massage suppresses the inflammation that follows exercise …
Why does massage work?
The Science Behind the “Magic” of Massage This is a contribution from Vanessa. Massage's healing touch may have more to do with DNA than with good hands. A new study has revealed for the first time how kneading eases sore muscles—by turning off genes associated with inflammation and turning on genes that help muscles heal. The discovery contradicts popular claims that massage squeezes …
Meet Vanessa.
Hi, I'm Vanessa! It’s been a roller coaster of a year, but I am excited to get back to working with my clients. During quarantine, I discovered my green thumb and now my house feels like a jungle. I've always loved cooking but I've taken more of an interest in preparing food for my health. It's been surprisingly fun! I miss traveling! Anyone else miss going on adventures and exploring …
I saw this article come across my newsfeed…
This is a contribution from Sara. The last year has been plagued by change. Our present day living is a drastic change from what it was just 13 months ago. I'm not enjoying it, yet I feel a sense of panic at the thought of it ending. I think it is because I'm not sure what is on the other side. What kind of pressure will we put on each other? What expectations will we have of physical …
Understanding Touch and Stress
This is a contribution from Vanessa. Humans are social creatures. We innately crave connection and touch from others. When we get lonely, our brain recognizes that we are in insecure territory and flips on a stress response. Physical touch is a fundamental signal of safety and well-being. When the coronavirus pandemic hit, suddenly these things were outlawed. Lockdown, social distancing, …
