1st 03-2010 | no comment » Shiatsu is an oriental therapy from 5000 years of evolution of the tradition of healing arts.
Shiatsu combines the application of pressure and stretching, techniques common with other therapeutic techniques such as massage, physiotherapy, acupuncture, osteopathy, lymphatic drainage and Do in among others. The Shiatsu stimulates blood circulation and lymph, removes toxins and deep muscle tension. It also stimulates the hormonal and immune system and acts on the autonomic nervous system, which allows the patient to relax deeply and get in touch with his own healing power.
Benefits of Shiatsu
• Reduce stress and fatigue (tsubos) accumulated throughout the body
• Stimulating blood circulation and lymphatic
• Reduction in blood pressure and body aches
• Increased vitality, stamina and energy (Qi)
26th 02-2010 | no comment » Therapeutic massage is the manipulation of soft tissue that relieves and prevents pain and muscle spasms. The massage also encourages good health and well being. The AMTA (American Association of Massage Therapy) Massage defined as "the manual manipulation of soft tissue which is tightened, applying pressure and it causes the body".
Massage therapy is "a practice where the masseur applies manual techniques and complementary therapies which aim to improve health and well being of the patient" (AMTA)
Therapy Massage improves the functioning of the circulatory, lymphatic, muscular, skeletal and nervous as reduced recovery time the body for injury or illness. The massage stimulates soft tissue through the application of pressure, movement and clamps.
Types of massage:
• Swedish massage, gentle massage and relaxing.
• The acupressure, which treats certain illnesses and injuries and
• The sports massage that targets muscle groups in a specific sport
Safety Tips and cons indications
Some diseases or dysfunctions require caution in the hour of receiving or giving a massage. Seek medical advice before beginning a massage therapy if you have any doubts, or if you or your partner massage after medical treatment. This advice applies particularly to persons with cases of cardiovascular problems especially thrombosis, phlebitis and edema.
Never apply pressure on varicose veins. Do not massage areas where the skin is infected, or there are warts, herpes, or boils, or on inflamed areas, with bumps that you do not know the cause, or with open wounds. If you give the massage make sure you cover any cuts on your hands with bandages. To not cause a miscarriage avoid massage on the stomach during the first three months of pregnancy.
The causes of acute back pain should first be diagnosed by a physician before starting a massage treatment. Ask the advice of a doctor for fever, infections or contagious diseases.
• Seek medical advice before beginning a massage therapy if you have phlebitis, thrombosis, varicose veins, or if you have acute lower back pain or fever.
• Do not massage the inflamed areas, with fractures, infections or bruising. If you have any bumps or inflammations, consult your doctor.
• massage on the abdomen, legs and feet is not recommended during the first three months of pregnancy.
• For cancer patients, it is advisable to choose a professional masseur who knows what body parts are massaged and which to avoid.
24th 02-2010 | no comment » Relaxing Massage:
The massage is a relaxing massage and gentle fluid that relaxes and relieves muscle tension, stimulates circulation and improves the mobility of faculty members.
Massage patch:
This is a paramedical treatment that promotes healing of wounds in soft tissues (muscles, tendons and ligaments). This therapy uses several types of massage and other physical treatments to promote healing of patients. On the other hand, the patient must do some exercises at home to end accelerate healing.
Sports massage
The sports massage combines techniques of athletic performance and recovery techniques. The sports massage is an effective tool in anyone what the training program.
Aromatic massage
It combines the properties of essential oils with specific massage techniques to promote health and well being.
Reflexology
Is applying pressure on reflex points of feet (each corresponding to a specific part of the body) with the fingers and thumbs.
Therapies massage oriental
Oriental massage applying pressure to combat the pain and balance the body's energy. In Eastern therapies found acupuncture and Shiatsu.
22nd 02-2010 | no comment » The massage Indian system based on the curation Indian Ayurveda is a type of massage performed on the scalp, head, face, neck, shoulders and upper arms.
History of Indian head massage
Massage or Indian crane Champissage (the Indian word "champi" meaning head massage) is an old technique and traditional Indian. In India, Champissage is a family practice: all family members learn to massage the other head with oil, especially women. The Champissage is also used for special occasions such as weddings and births. In barbers Indian head massage is a service offered to customers.
The Champissage was brought to the West and specifically the United Kingdom in 1970 by Narendra Metha. Metha went to England for training in physiotherapy. He was surprised that the massage of the skull was not part of any Western therapy. Accordingly, Narendra Metha returned to India to train in this massage millennium. With the Metha Champissage was no longer a massage applied exclusively on the hair and scalp but also on the neck, face, shoulders and upper arms. He also incorporated elements Ayurvedic massage in the work on the three upper chakras and balance the body's energy.
The Indian head massage practice
The Champissage practiced on a massage chair. The patient is fully clothed. The use of oil is not necessary unless the patient's request. To begin, the masseur applies compression movements and deep kneading along the neck, shoulders and scalp. The massager also stimulates the acupuncture points of the face. The duration of a meeting of Indian massage is 20 to 45 minutes.
The benefits of Indian head massage
The Champissage used to eliminate the psychological stress and muscle tension. It cleans toxins from muscle tissue, promotes mobility and flexibility of the neck and shoulders and stimulates blood circulation and lymphatic. Finally, massage Indian head combat insomnia, migraine, sinusitis and relieves eyestrain.
19th 02-2010 | no comment » If you suffer from a disease below you can benefit from massage therapy:
• Chronic pain in muscles or joints
• A kind of pain you know the cause, for example, whenever your neck is tense, you have a headache.
• Any recurring symptoms that accompanies or is accelerating due to muscle tension.
• Muscle tension that restricts the mobility of a joint.
• Chronic muscle fatigue.
• Lack of energy, accompanied by muscle pain.
• If you had a muscle injury that generates pain or dysfunction in parts of the body apparently unrelated to the injury.
• Any visceral dysfunction that conventional tests do not diagnose.
• Muscle pain recurring part of the body without apparent cause.
• Muscle pain in parts that do not suffer a sprain or injury.
Some people find that massage therapy may be beneficial for diseases below:
• Allergies
• Anxiety
• Arthritis (osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis)
• Asthma and bronchitis
• Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
• Acute and Chronic Pain
• Problems with blood circulation
• Depression
• Digestive disorders such as spastic colon, constipation and diarrhea
• Headaches due to muscle tension.
• Gastro-intestinal (spastic colon and constipation)
• Migraines
• Dysfunction of the immune system
• Insomnia
• myofascial pain (disease of connective tissue of muscles)
• Premature Babies
• Reduced mobility
• Sinusitis
• Sports Injuries (contracted muscles, sprained ligaments)
• Stress
• Temporo-mandibular syndrome
17th 02-2010 | no comment » The massage is more a method to be just fun and it is more associated with bad neighborhoods frequented. Today massage is a holistic therapy known for its ability to reduce heart rate, stimulate blood and lymphatic circulation, relax muscles, improve mobility and finally to increase production of endorphins, natural painkillers body.
Massage therapy enriched medical treatment. Through massage reduces stress and anxiety by staying active and alert. It is often said that "massage for the body is equivalent to a development engine for a car."
Encouraged by the growing popularity of alternative therapies, consumers demand more services of massage:
• A study by the Medical Center Beth Israel Deaconess (Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center) and the School of Medicine, Harvard (Harvard Medical School) published in the Journal of Medicine New England (New England Journal of Medicine) in 1993, consumers have spent 2 to 4 billion euros in massage therapy.
• Based on current studies, interest in massage increases substantially among people of all ages, young adults to seniors. People are becoming interested in massage and its relaxing and soothing abilities.
• A national survey conducted by the University of New York at Syracuse found that 54% of general practitioners and family physicians encourage their patients to use massage therapy as a treatment. One third of these doctors also say they are ready to send his patients to a masseur.
• The number of members of the AMTA (American Association of Massage Therapy) has increased four times over last ten years. Today the association has over 28,000 members.
More and more employees receive a massage at the office during break times. Employers have realized that the massages are not just an additional benefit for employees, but also that massage increases productivity and improves mood. For example, according to a survey conducted in 1996 among the employees who received regular massage in-situ at Reebok International Ltd., 98% said that massage significantly reduces the stress of work, 92% said to be more alert, motivated and productive, 83% said that massage has avoided a visit to the doctor, and 66% said that massage has avoided taking sick leave.
15th 02-2010 | no comment » What is aromatherapy?
Aromatherapy, or the therapy essential oils, benefits from oil-producing crops aromas to treat diseases. Essential oils are extracted from flowers, leaves, twigs, bark and roots. The oils are mixed with other substances (oil, alcohol or lotion) and applied to the skin, sprayed in the air or inhaled. You can also make massage using oils or directly pour into a warm bath. Aromatherapy as we know has been created in Europe in the early 20th century.
The "aromatherapists" believe perfume oils stimulate the nervous system through the nose. The brain is then assigned, including the area that controls memory and emotions. According to oil, the results on the body can be stimulating or relaxing.
The oils interact with hormones and enzymes to cause changes in blood pressure, pulse and other functions. Another theory is that the scent of certain oils stimulates the body to secrete substances analgesics.
What is aromatherapy?
Aromatherapy helps to relax and eliminate stress. It also handles a large number of physical and mental problems such as burns, infections, depression, insomnia and hypertension. But it is not scientifically proven that aromatherapy effectively prevents lice cure diseases.
Aromatherapy is it safe?
In the United States, specialists in aromatherapy have no diploma. Many medical professionals recognized by a diploma (as masseurs or nurses) took courses in aromatherapy. It is important to talk with your doctor to determine whether aromatherapy can be helpful and safe for your health.
N'ingurgitez no oils used in aromatherapy. Many of these oils can be harmful if swallowed.
Children under 5 should not be used in aromatherapy because they can be very sensitive to oils. It is also strongly recommended to use oils near the eyes or mouth, because of potential irritation.
People with chronic diseases or being in a particular state should not use aromatherapy without first consulting a physician. These diseases and physical conditions include:
• Lung Problem: asthma, allergies, respiratory or chronic lung disease.
• Allergy skin. Some oils may irritate the skin particularly the membranes of the eyes, nose and mouth.
• Pregnancy. Pregnant women should not use aromatherapy. Some oils (rosemary, sage and juniper) may cause uterine contractions.
Always tell your doctor if you use an alternative therapy or if you think about combining an alternative therapy with your conventional treatment. It is dangerous not to take conventional treatment and not rely on the alternative treatment.
12th 02-2010 | no comment » Massage is an excellent way to treat soft tissue problems. You can apply pressure fixed or slid on the body, or perform specific exercises to work certain body parts. To achieve the massage, it does not only hands but also the forearms, elbows and feet.
The main purpose of massage is to speed the healing of body and promote good health and well being.
The massage is not only a question of touch, it is also an art and a science that requires specialized training. During their training, the masseurs are initiated in the application of massage techniques and enhance their sense of touch. With this they can identify parts of the body tense and the proper technique to be applied to relieve pain. Finally, the touch is a way to convey a sense of confidence, essential for the massage and the relationship between the patient and the masseur.
The accumulation of lactic acid causes muscle pain, aches, and even spasms.
• The massage stimulates blood circulation, blood flow and tissue oxygenation. It also promotes elimination of toxins, shortens the healing time in cases of injury and recovery time for illness.
Therapeutic massage promotes well being in general and self-esteem at the same time it stimulates the circulatory and immune system. Massage therapy is beneficial for circulation, muscle tone, digestion and skin tone. Massage has been incorporated in several medical programs. Thus, several massage techniques have been developed and integrated into complementary therapies.
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10th 02-2010 | no comment » A shower head massage uses powerful jets that massage you and relax you. To choose, it takes consider other jets, the head and the type of knob. Here are some tips to help:
The head
Some knobs are dual-head and can benefit both and at the same time of massage they provide. They are very practical and advise all those who like to shower for two.
Type
A knob can be wall mounted or a shower hose, they will be more convenient to reach all parts of the body, while the former is more resistant, because the hoses can crack or rot.
Jets
Some knobs do one type of jet, they prefer those that offer more in order to vary the pleasures.
The size
To get a massage the whole body, the ideal is to choose a knob which the jet is the widest. For massage targeting specific parts of the body, the smaller jets and more concentrated will be more effective.
Control
It is best to have a knob with the intensity of the jet is adjustable. The minimum is two different settings, high and soft.
You've experienced, so if you want it to be resistant, use a knob wall. Make sure he has several jets and different intensity settings.
8th 02-2010 | no comment » On top of massage at home
Dr. Scholl not only relieve our feet, it also deals with our backs. The DR8553 massage cushion is simply fantastic. It heats, vibrates, and s'emmène everywhere with you! I spend my days on the computer, so my back is stiff and makes me suffer. Since I have this massage cushion, I can work without penalty. I just select a program, and I left to act while working on my computer.
My mother's back is very sensitive because of an accident, she worked as a hairdresser, and then pass at least ten hours a day sitting with his arms in the air. Through massage cushion, heated function and its engines in separable top and bottom, it supports much better to sit too long, and it might increase over his old injury.
True, he does that weight back (unlike a wheelchair track), but it is very convenient to carry and can even fix his car seat. The long trips become a real pleasure. We liked it so much that we offered to our family!
What I like most is the ability to pinpoint the massage on the lower or upper back. This is very useful when working more hours and we need to alternate mechanisms.
Three different modes allow you to adjust the intensity of the vibration. When I use the strongest mode, vibrations travel all my bust. The heat brings more relaxation and relaxes muscles.
This massaging cushion is what is better after the massage chairs. And it is yours for the modest sum of 25 euros! My mother bought ours at a store cosmetics, but can also be found on Amazon or other shopping sites online. If I should note, I would give him 20 out of 20. And if you use it to relax after work, so try to combine it with a foot bath or foot massager Dr. Scholl, you see, it's divine!
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