Effect of Massage on the Muscles

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Massage encourages the nutrition and development of the muscular system by stimulating its circulation, nerve supply, and cell activity. Regular and systematic massage causes the muscles to become firmer and more elastic. Massage is also an effective means of relaxing tense muscles and releasing muscle spasms. The supply of blood to the muscles is proportionate […]

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Effects of Massage on the Skin

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The immediate effects of massage are noticeable on the skin. Various massage movements heighten blood circulation to the skin and increase activity of the sweat (sudoriferous) and oil (sebaceous) glands. Accompanying the increased flow of blood, there is a slight reddening and warming of the skin. Nutrition to the skin is improved. Massage treatments over […]

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Physiological Effects of Massage

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Skillfully applied massage is an effective means of influencing the structures and functions of the body. The specific effects of any massage will vary according to the intent with which it is given, the selection of techniques used, and the condition of the client. Depending on the type and manner of manipulation, a sense of […]

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Massage Benefits Overview

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Massage has direct physiological and psychological benefits. Physically, massage increases metabolism, hastens healing, relaxes and refreshes the muscles, and improves the detoxifying function of the lymphatic system. Massage helps to prevent and relieve muscle cramps and spams and improves circulation of blood and lymph, thereby improving the delivery of oxygen and nutrients to the cells […]

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Massage 101 for Newbies

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MASSAGE PROCEDURE & WHAT TO EXPECT 1. First time clients need to arrive 10 minutes prior to appointment time to complete a Client Intake Form. 2. I will personally greet you and there will be a short pre-massage conversation to review the aforementioned form in the privacy of the massage room. 3. I will exit […]

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Feel. Eat. Choose One.

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One of the subjects that stopped me in my tracks while reading Dr. Douglas Graham’s 80/10/10 was Emotional Eating. Not so much the fact that often times we eat because we want to feel something different (numb, full, indulged, safe, comforted, happy, etc.) even when we’re not hungry, but rather the physiology behind this habit […]

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