http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/massage-therapy-benefits-blog.html The Massage Therapy Benefits Blog keeps you up-to-date on all the latest news about massage therapy and the changes on Massage-Therapy-Benefits.net. Subscribe here. en-us massage therapy benefits Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:19:05 GMT Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:19:05 GMT massage-therapy-benefits.net http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/natural-menopause-therapy.html Natural menopause therapy is being sought out by many women these days. Western medicine treats the symptoms of menopause with medications. These medications can have unwanted side effects. This leave Mon, 05 Jan 2009 19:19:04 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/reiki-massage.html Reiki massage is a gentle form of energy work that was developed in Japan by Dr. Mikao Usui in 1922. Usui fasted and meditated on a mountain top for three weeks. During that time he discovered a way t Sat, 27 Dec 2008 21:44:06 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/massage-for-hiv.html Massage for HIV has been researched by the Touch Institute among other organizations. People with HIV and AIDS benefit from massage because massage helps increase immunity and reduces stress. Besides Sat, 27 Dec 2008 04:21:02 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/massage-for-sports-therapy.html Massage for sports therapy has been used by athletes for many years. It's so common that a special type of massage called sports massage. This massage combines aspects of Swedish massage and shiatsu Fri, 19 Dec 2008 01:21:43 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/zero-balancing.html Zero balancing (ZB) combines energy work with physical manipulations. The therapist works to align your energy fields with your physical body. It's a holistic therapy that combines both Western and Ea Mon, 08 Dec 2008 22:42:56 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/carpal-tunnel-relief.html Is carpal tunnel relief all you're looking for to help your aching hands? I understand how you feel. Towards the beginning of my massage career, I developed carpal tunnel syndrome (CTS). I didn't kn Fri, 05 Dec 2008 20:52:17 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/ask-your-massage-therapist.html You should ask your massage therapist a few questions before you book your first massage appointment. This will help you decide if the therapist is appropriate for you. It will also help you kn Fri, 28 Nov 2008 18:59:33 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/addiction-recovery.html Substance addiction recovery is very difficult. Every year many people struggle to overcome addiction. Many people try to kick their addictions every year. Billions of dollars are spent each year Wed, 26 Nov 2008 19:49:51 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/visceral-manipulation.html Visceral manipulation is a deep yet gentle form of massage that is practiced by massage therapists, physical therapists, chiropractors and osteopaths. This therapy w Mon, 24 Nov 2008 19:15:40 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/chiropractic-jobs.html There are many chiropractic jobs available to massage therapists. Working in a chiropractor's office can help you gain experience working in a clinical setting. Mon, 17 Nov 2008 22:18:49 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/cruise-ship-massage-jobs.html Cruise ship massage jobs can be a great way to see the world. We've all seen the commercials. They make working on a cruise ship seem great, but there is a downside. 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Mon, 10 Nov 2008 19:15:13 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/become-a-massage-therapist.html Do you want to become a massage therapist? Massage is one of the most popular forms of alternative health. In recent years, it has become more and more respected by other health care providers. There Mon, 10 Nov 2008 17:43:49 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/therapeutic-touch.html Therapeutic touch is a form of energy work that has been practiced since early seventies. Practitioners of this form of energy work believe that the body's energy extends outward in what is known as a Thu, 06 Nov 2008 19:53:01 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/asthma.html While asthma most often begins in early childhood, it affects people of all ages. This condition has been on the rise in recent years. There is no cure for this condition, but it can be managed by avo Sat, 01 Nov 2008 16:38:26 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/push-therapy.html PUSH therapy is a gentle therapy that releases chronic tension in muscles. PUSH is an acronym for Power Under Soft Hands. That describes the therapy well because not only are the therapist's hands com Thu, 30 Oct 2008 17:15:53 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/esalen-massage.html Esalen massage combines the techniques used in Swedish massage with energy work. This style of massage is sometimes referred to as "conscious touch" because the therapist is required to be completely Mon, 27 Oct 2008 18:38:12 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/sleep-disorders.html Sleep disorders effect many people. Sleep is as essential to health as diet and exercise. When you are unable to get a good, uninterrupted night's sleep it effects all aspects of your life. Fri, 24 Oct 2008 19:52:16 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/manual-lymphatic-drainage.html Manual lymphatic drainage, more commonly called MLD, is a gentle massage technique used to clear up blockages in the lymphatic system allowing lymph to flow more freely. Wed, 22 Oct 2008 20:45:15 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/stiff-neck.html A stiff neck have a variety of causes. Bad posture, long hours spent in front of the computer, sports, or a bad pillow can all lead to the problem. Problems in muscles in the jaw, head and shoulders c Mon, 20 Oct 2008 19:38:15 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/indian-head-massage.html Indian head massage is also known as champissage™. Champi is the Hindi word for head massage. Head massage has been practiced in India for many centuries, but was brought to the West in 1978 by Fri, 17 Oct 2008 18:29:56 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/hilot.html Hilot is a traditional Filipino healing art. It is still practiced in rural areas in the Philippines. For many rural people it is their only source of medical care. Thu, 16 Oct 2008 13:49:57 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/hot-stone-massage.html Hot stone massage uses heated basalt lava stones with traditional Swedish massage techniques to relieve muscular tension and melt away stress. The stones are sanitized and heated in 120 and 150 degr Mon, 13 Oct 2008 21:57:20 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/hellerwork.html Hellerwork is a form of structural integration bodywork that is closely related to Rolfing. Joseph Heller created this therapy from a combination of different modalities in 1978. Sat, 11 Oct 2008 16:35:42 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/massage-for-infertility.html Massage for infertility is a noninvasive option for people who are struggling to conceive. Worldwide 1 in 7 couples have problems with infertility. This leads these couples to try a variety of treatme Sat, 11 Oct 2008 11:41:57 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/breema.html Breema is a meditative form of bodywork that has been described as a cross between Thai massage and partner yoga. This form of bodywork originated in a Kurdish village called Breemava where the practi Thu, 09 Oct 2008 17:36:25 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/massage-supplies.html There are many massage supplies on the market. Whether you're looking for massage oil, massage lotion or muscles creams the choices are limitless. How do you choose which product best suits your needs Wed, 08 Oct 2008 23:12:27 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/aromatherapy-oils.html Aromatherapy oils are essential plant oils that are mixed with a carrier oil and effect your mood or even treat conditions, like headaches and fatigue. Essential oils are made from distilling parts (b Wed, 08 Oct 2008 22:55:30 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/first-massage.html You finally did it. You made your first massage therapy appointment. Now youre wondering what to expect. Many people are nervous about their first visit to the massage therapist. It is natural to hav Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:57:56 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/finding-a-massage-therapist.html Finding a massage therapist that is right for you is your first step in making massage part of your health routine. Massage therapist are all very different. You'll have a different experience dependi Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:56:33 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/affordable-massage.html You may not belief it, but there are places where you can get an affordable massage. Many people think of massage therapy as a luxury--something reserved for the rich and famous--but it's not. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 20:54:54 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/search-results.html Here are your search results. Wed, 08 Oct 2008 19:32:16 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/chronic-fatigue-syndrome.html Chronic fatigue syndrome (CFS) is characterized by fatigue that does not go away even after resting. The fatigue is made worse by mental or physical activity. Women are four times as likely to be diag Mon, 06 Oct 2008 19:00:43 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/arthritis.html There are 200 different types of arthritis. The most common types are rheumatoid and osteoarthritis. While massage can't heal arthritis, it can help to relieve the pain associated with it. Sat, 04 Oct 2008 18:17:59 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/ashiatsu.html Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy is a combination of traditional oriental and Swedish massage. Its name means foot pressure. In the oriental bar therapy style the therapist uses her feet to massage y Sat, 04 Oct 2008 17:55:19 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/aston-patterning.html Aston Patterning is really written Aston-Patterning . Like the Alexander Technique and Wed, 01 Oct 2008 17:35:02 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/niel-asher-technique.html The Niel-Asher Technique is a hands-on therapy that was originally developed to treat frozen shoulder, but can also be used to treat other shoulder problems. It was invented by Simeon Niel-Asher, a do Mon, 29 Sep 2008 20:47:41 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/frozen-shoulder.html Frozen shoulder, also known as adhesive capsulitis, is characterized by pain and limited range of motion in the shoulder joint. Other injuries like a rotator cuff tear can present with similar symptom Sat, 27 Sep 2008 20:02:32 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/feldenkrais-method.html The Feldenkrais Method is a form of somatic eduacation that helps to increase your awareness of movement and teach to move more effeciently. It helps improve your ranges of motion and increase flexibi Thu, 25 Sep 2008 21:40:32 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/massage-and-cancer.html More research about massage and cancer has been done in recent years. Previously, massage was contraindicated for all forms of cancer without exception. Because massage therapy increases circulation i Wed, 24 Sep 2008 20:02:43 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/acupressure.html Acupressure uses the same points as acupuncture to stimulate healing. Before people were able to stimulate points with needles they used their fingers. Putting pressure on these points stimulates nerv Sat, 20 Sep 2008 19:21:28 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/the-wurn-technique.html The Wurn Technique is a massage treatment that helps increase fertility. It also decreases discomfort in women who experience pain during intercourse. Fri, 19 Sep 2008 21:10:05 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/mayan-abdominal-massage.html Mayan abdominal massage for infertility is a non-invasive treatment that can help increase fertility, regular periods and correct prolapsed uterus. It was brought to North America and Europe by Dr. Ro Fri, 19 Sep 2008 19:42:48 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/healthy-times.html Subscribe to Healthy Times and get updates on what's new in massage therapy research. Keep up to date about the latest in natural health. Get free tips on how to lead a healthy lifestyle. All you nee Sat, 13 Sep 2008 22:30:47 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/tmj-syndrome.html TMJ syndrome is a disorder that affects the temporomandibular joint or jaw. Dysfunction in this joint can be quite painful. Besides pain in the jaw, TMJ disorder can cause pain in the neck, shoulders, Tue, 09 Sep 2008 19:48:20 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/plantar-fasciitis.html Plantar fasciitis is the most common cause of foot pain. Sometimes it's confused with heel spurs, but a heel spur is a different condition. A heel spur is a bony protrusion that sticks off the bottom Thu, 04 Sep 2008 13:49:25 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/alexander-technique.html Alexander technique is considered a form of bodywork but it isn't a form of massage. Despite this I decided to include it on this website because it is a natural healing method that does help people f Mon, 01 Sep 2008 19:51:30 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/back-pain-relief.html Many people struggle to find back pain relief. Low back pain is the most common form of back pain. 3 out of 4 people experience low back pain at some point in their lives. It is one of the most common Sat, 30 Aug 2008 18:35:18 GMT