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 Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:37:00 GMT Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:37:00 GMT massage-therapy-benefits.net http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/boca-raton-fl-massage-heaven.html address: 22138 Candle Ct. Boca Raton, Fl.33428, Phone: 561-372-4892 Cell: 954-592-8101 Website: www.westbocamassage.com E-Mail: masseur333@aol.com Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:36:55 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/palm-desert-ca-michaels-mobile-massagellc.html Palm Desert, CA 92211 760-898-9231 http://www.michaelsmobilemassage.com michael@michaelsmobilemassage.com Specializing in Deep Tissue and Lymph Drainage Wed, 10 Mar 2010 15:33:26 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/types-of-massage-therapy.html There are 160 types of massage therapy. That's a lot! I won't go over them all here, but I will discuss some of the most common. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 13:03:22 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/deep-connective-tissue-massage.html Deep connective tissue massage is a therapeutic form of massage used to get rid of aches and pains and correct muscle dysfunction. The aim of this form of massage is to loosen fascia. Fascia is a connective tissue that envelops all of the muscles and organs in your body. When fascia is bound up it can restrict circulation to muscles and cause pain. Mon, 08 Mar 2010 12:59:21 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/water-massage.html Watsu is a relaxing form of water massage. The word watsu comes from a combination of water and shiatsu. Now that you know where the name comes from your can guess what watsu massage is. Fri, 05 Mar 2010 22:35:20 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 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:06:55 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/zen-shiatsu-massage.html Zen shiatsu massage is an offshoot of traditional Japanese shiatsu. Unlike standard Japanese shiatus this form of shiatsu is dependent on the therapist achieving a meditative state during the session. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 15:02:43 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/what-is-fascia.html You may be wondering what is fascia anyway? Many types of massage therapy are based on the idea of loosening restricted fascia. Let's look at what it is and how it causes pain. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:55:31 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 Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:14:19 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/vibration.html Vibration is another stroke that used in Swedish massage. It is an osilating stroke. It can be done vigorously to stimulate the muscles or gently to relax the muscles. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:09:19 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/uterine-fibroid-tumors.html Many women suffer from uterine fibroid tumors. Many women are looking for a natural fibroid treatment. Abdominal massage can help shrink fibroids without surgery. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:05:14 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/trigger-point-therapy.html Trigger point therapy is used by therapist to treat painful muscles and loosen knots. When a muscle is injured it contractts are the injured area. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 14:02:03 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/trager-massage.html Trager massage is actually called Trager work. It is a form of bodywork that differentiates itself from massage. It is movement re-education. The creator of Trager work refers to it as psych Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:57:18 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/touch-deprivation.html Touch deprivation has terrible affects on a person's health. The science of healthy touch is largely studied in infants and the elderly. Both of these populations are the most likely to be touch deprived, but lack of touch can affect us all. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:53:17 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/topical-pain-relief.html Topical pain relief or muscle creams are commonly used to soothe aching muscles. They have been popular with athletes for many years but are currently used more and more byt the general public. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:49:49 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/tmj-syndrome.html TMJ syndrome is a disorder that affects the temporomandibular joint or jaw. Massage therapy can be used to treat TMJ. Dysfunction in this joint can be quite painful. Besides pain in the jaw, TMJ symptoms may include pain in the neck, shoulders, Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:46:21 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/tibetan-point-holding.html Tibetan point holding is a massage technique that uses principles of acupressure to relax. This therapy is used in conjunction with therapies like iridology and kinesiology. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:36:50 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, 04 Mar 2010 13:14:35 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/therapeutic-massage.html Therapeutic massage modalities use various massage therapy techniques to provide chronic pain relief. These types of massage include medical massage and neuromuscular massage among others. These therapies are becoming more widely practiced in the medical community at large. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:11:45 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. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 13:03:55 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/thai-massage.html Thai massage, also know as yoga massage, originated in India Over 2,500 years ago and is based in Ayervedic principles. It was practiced in monasteries by monks and nuns. When Buddhism came to Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:58:35 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/tendinitis.html Tendinitis, sometimes spelled tendonitis, occurs when the tendon get irritated and inflamed from repetitious movements and overuse. Massage therapy can be used as an effective tendonitis treatment. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:55:05 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/tapotement.html Tapotement is the percussive massage technique you often see on movies and television shows. It invigorates the muscles and increases superficial blood flow. Thu, 04 Mar 2010 12:53:35 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/new-york-city-integrative-movement-therapies.html Judy Marriott Fowler, LMT, CMA, MLD practitioner. 873 Broadway Suite 510 New York, New York, 10003 718-512-5187 off. # integrativemovement@gmail.com www.IntegrativeMovement.net Wed, 03 Mar 2010 19:38:27 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/swedish-massage-therapy.html Swedish massage therapy is the most commonly practiced form of massage in the West. It is what most people think of when they think of massage therapy. The massage therapy techniques used in this form of massage has been used as the basis for many other forms of massage. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:36:41 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/structural-muscular-balancing.html Structural muscular balancing is a bodywork technique that uses many different types of massage therapy in one session. The therapy provides chronic pain relief for many conditions and can be used to improve posture and ease of movement. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:33:39 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/structural-energetic-therapy.html Structural energetic therapy (SET) uses a variety of types of massage therapy to address muscular pain and dysfunction. If you're looking for chronic pain relief this therapy is right for you. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:27:01 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 neck pain. Problems in muscles in the jaw, head and shoulders c Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:06:25 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/start-a-massage-business.html Do you want to start a massage business? Many people who pursue a massage career want to work for themselves. That's one of the appeals of working in the massage industry. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 15:00:33 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/sports-massage-therapy.html Sports massage therapy is ideal when you have a specific injury you'd like to treat. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:57:10 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/spina-bifida-treatment.html Spina bifida treatment is used to prevent further nerve damage and infection and drain excess fluid from the brain. There is no cure for spinal bifida, but the benefits of massage therapy from a highly trained professional can help ease discomfort associated with this disorder. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:53:24 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/spa-jobs.html Spa jobs aren't just a beginning step in your massage career, there are some veteran massage therapists who work in spas. They're spas all over the world and every spa offers massage. This makes spas Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:45:44 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/spa-day.html Having a home spa day is a great way to relax. You don't need to spend a lot of money to be pampered. You can have a luxurious, relaxing, healthy spa experience in your own home. Wed, 03 Mar 2010 14:42:54 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/somatic-therapy.html The term somatic therapy refers to forms of body work that combine the physical and emotional aspects of the body for healing. Somatic techniques can be used to help work through physical and emotional difficulties. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 18:13:01 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/sleep-disorders.html Sleep disorders effect many people. This leaves many searching for a natural sleep aid. 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. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 18:09:34 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/shiatsu.html Shiatsu is a Japanese massage that uses the same points as acupuncture to promote healing. Putting pressure on these points stimulates nerve endings and unblocks the body's chi or life force. Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:50:47 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/sciatic-nerve-pain.html Sciatic nerve pain is known as sciatica. Sciatica presents as what I would describe as a nervy pain that occurs in the lower back, buttocks and/or down the back of the leg. The pain associated with sc Tue, 02 Mar 2010 15:44:20 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/russian-massage.html Russian massage is a therapeutic form of massage therapy used to treat specific injuries. It's sometimes called Russian sports massage. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:26:18 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/rubenfeld-synergy-method.html Rubenfeld synergy method is a type of somatic therapy that combines aspects of Alexander technique, Feldenkrais method, hypnotherapy, and Gestalt therapy. The therapy encourages you to develop a bodymind connection. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:17:30 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/rosen-method-massage.html Rosen method massage is a gentle form of body work that helps you overcome suppressed emotions and pain through the therapist's intentional touch. The belief that chronic pain comes from holding in emotion is one of the core principles of this therapy. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:12:54 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/rolfing.html Rolfing is a form of bodywork that involves releasing myofascial restrictions. This form of bodywork works the deeper layers of tissue to help free restricted muscles and properly align the body. It i Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:07:01 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/restless-leg-syndrome-treatment.html One restless leg syndrome treatment is massage therapy. Massage therapy benefits restless leg syndrome (RLS) and other sleep disorders. Let's look at what RLS is and the benefits of massage therapy on it. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 15:03:43 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/resort-massage.html Resort massage therapy careers can be a great way to make a living. When you become a massage therapist, you'll need to find work in a supportive setting. Do you want to give massages in a clinical setting or a spa setting? Resorts provide a spa setting and opportunity to learn different spa treatments. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:59:27 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/relaxation-massage.html Relaxation massage is a wonderful stress relief massage that calms nerves and increases endorphins. This massage is a form of Swedish massage therapy that is practiced in many massage therapy spas. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:55:21 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 Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:37:08 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/raindrop-therapy.html Raindrop therapy uses essential oils to help soothe, relax and stimulate healing. The therapy is practiced by some massage therapists and other holistic health practicers. Mon, 01 Mar 2010 14:30:24 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/push-therapy.html PUSH therapy is a gentle therapy that releases chronic tension in muscles and can be used as a chronic pain treatment. PUSH is an acronym for Power Under Soft Hands. That describes the therapy well because not only are the therapist's hands com Sat, 27 Feb 2010 12:38:02 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/proprioceptive-neuromuscular-facilitation.html Proprioceptive neuromuscular facilitation (PNF) is used by physical therapists, massage therapists, and atheletic trainers to treat muscle injury and increase flexibility. PNF is similar to muscle energy work or MET in that it uses isometrics contractions and passive stretching. PNF is different though because the it can include active movement and stretching from the client also. Sat, 27 Feb 2010 12:35:05 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/pregnancy-massage.html Pregnancy massage, also called prenatal massage, is a good way to relieve some of the aches and pains experienced during pregnancy. Sat, 27 Feb 2010 12:28:09 GMT http://www.massage-therapy-benefits.net/positional-release.html Positional release also known as strain counterstrain is a good painless way to loosen a constricted muscles and can be used as a chronic pain treatment. I often refer to it as magic. Sat, 27 Feb 2010 12:22:49 GMT