Massage erases pain
How does it work?
You know how much better you feel after a massage. How does it work?
- Massage stimulates release of natural pain-relievers such as endorphins.
- Massage stretches tight muscles and sends messages to the nervous system to relax.
- Massage increases circulation, which flushes irritating waste products and floods tight muscles with healing oxygen and nutrients.
- Massage releases trigger points, highly irritable spots that feel like lumps or knots, which send uncomfortable sensations to other parts of the body.
- Massage softens contracted muscles and their connective tissue coverings, called fascia. As a result, tension and spasms are often relieved.
- Massage helps you regain energy and restore normal movement. Feeling good will make you want to exercise, regaining your most important means for maintaining good circulation.
- Massage can improve your sleep, helping your body heal and rejuvenating you for each day’s challenges.
- Massage helps you perceive and “listen” to your pain, which is, after all, a vital signal from our nervous system that we sit up and pay attention.
Follow-up massage in times of stress can help keep old pain from flaring up. Remember to schedule that next massage!
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The Perfect Mother's Day Gift
Help the special mom in your life, erase her pain and discomfort.
A session with us lasts longer than just one day. Mom works so hard all year long. Sure, flowers & candy make her smile, a spa experience is relaxing, BUT she deserves so much more... She deserves a smile, relaxation and a therapy session guaranteed to relieve her aches and pains and leave her feeling Fantabulous! For the month of May only, you can purchase an instant gift certificate for a 1 hour session for only $50. One Mother's Day certificate allowed per purchase, and one use per customer.
Instant Gift Certificates are on our site. Buy and print, or send immediately. |
Preparing for action
Three tips for getting moving in the spring
 Springtime marks the end of winter hibernation. Like so many others, you may feel
the need to get out of the house and start moving. Start the season right with these tips.
Before you begin vigorous activity, warm
up with a brisk walk or gentle stretching.
Start slowly and gradually
Spring is the time to recondition our bodies
for outdoor activities. Whether it’s baseball,
running or yard work, you may wake up
one Saturday, feeling ready to go. But it is
easy to get injured if you move too fast!
Warm up
Starting slowly and gradually before brisk
activity can really pay off. Go outside and
march in place for five minutes or take a
quick walk around the block. Then gently
stretch your neck, arms and legs.
Play smarter, not harder
As you begin your gardening or engaging
in your sport, focus on using your body
"smarter, not harder." Switch activities
every 30 minutes so you are not using
the same muscles for extended periods.
Take regular rest breaks and stretch the
muscles you’ve been using.
Ramping up your outdoor activities
carefully will give your body time to
adjust and could prevent soreness and
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Nurses Week
We love our nurses and we want to celebrate their hard work and dedication all month long. For the month of May only, all 1 hour appointments made for, or by nurses will be $50. This includes new and current clients. If you are already scheduled for the month of May, remind us "Hey, I'm a nurse", and we'll give you our appreciation fee. Call now and get those appointments on the books. Please note that nurses must show their employer id, professional membership card, or some form of identification verifying nursing status.
Instant Gift Certificates are on our site. Buy and print, or send immediately. |
Food for Thought
"The indispensable first step to getting the things you want out of life is this: decide what you want."
— Ben Stein
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