Facial Exercises

Doing facial exercises is a natural way to keep your face beautiful, young looking and feeling fresh. When you first start practising facial exercises, it is advisable to do them every day to till you get used to them, after which you can do them thrice a week. Here’s a look at some facial exercises that will help to keep you facial muscles very supple.

The Basics of Aromatherapy and Aromatherapy Massage

As the name suggests, aromatherapy is the art of healing someone using smell, mostly that of plants and its various parts. But aromatherapy is not just limited to healing but is also used in relaxing and energizing the body. It is one of the oldest forms of therapy and is still one of the most sought after alternative therapies worldwide.

You Thought Thai Massage Originates From Thailand?

Thai Massage originates in India, Thai massage techniques is a combination of guided stretching and Meridian pressure techniques with Pranayama breathing. This form of massage was brought to Thailand by Dr Shivago K., in Buddah's time about some 2500 years ago. Pranayama breathing technique is meant for cleansing the body and strengthening ones nervous system. Pranayama breathing is also said to help in boosting the immune system, focusing, concentration, and more efficient oxidation of the blood. Massage is done on a mat or firm mattress on the floor. The recipient is made to practice yoga-like positions during the massage. At the end of the massage, most recipients find Thai massage very relaxing and refreshing.

Giving Yourself a Foot Massage

There is nothing worse at the end of a long day than to have tired aching feet. You spent all day running around the office in your best 3-inch heels and your feet are screaming about the way you abused them. Why not treat yourself to a relaxing foot massage at the end of your busy day-it will help you relax and you will feel much better.

Is Massage Therapy School For You?

Is massage therapy school training for you? Well, there are many career paths in holistic health and alternative medicine. Which one you choose depends largely on your own interests. Learn more about what to look for when choosing a training program.

TENSION 101

Find out what causes tension and the negative effects it can have on your body. Learn how to identify tension and become aware of the muscles where you're most likely to feel it. Understand an easy way to relieve tension and come away with two simple exercises (with illustrations) to prevent muscle tension where almost everyone traps it.

Your Personal Massage Chair

The massage chair is usually about the size of a normal recliner and will fit into most rooms. Their upholstery can be leather, vinyl or cloth. It does require electric to operate and usually has a batter backup-just in case the power goes out when you are in the 'up' position. They all carry warranties, but these vary by manufacturer and you should check into this closely.

Reflexology - Reaching the Heart Through Your Feet

This article is about Reaching your heart through the feet - and reaching the brain, sinus cavities, glands, stomach, spinal column, reproductive system, etc... The human body is an amazing work, it never ceases to amaze me, as a Massage therapist I learn new and wonderful things about it almost daily it seams.

The Basics of Japanese Massage

Over the years many different schools of massage have developed, each one displaying a variety of techniques to help people to relax, feel better, and live healthier. At the same time, an interest in medical techniques and theories from Asia has developed in the United States. Because of this, people are giving Chinese and Japanese massage techniques a try. Japanese massage incorporates theories about pressure points and the way energy flows through the body, and uses these ideas along with massage techniques in a philosophy of preventative medicine.

Massage Therapy and a Healthy Heart

In today's high stress environment, how can massage therapy help? Benefits of massage as well as tips to get the most out of your massage session.

Clary Sage Oil Stress Reliever

Clary Sage (Salvia sclarea) - Actions And Effects For Radiant Health! An especially inviting, softly floral and sweet oil! Clary Sage can have a deeply soothing effect on stress and nervous tension in both men and women. Well known for having a natural affinity with the female reproductive organs Clary Sage is strongly Yang and thus helpful for balancing excessive Yin states.

Shiatsu Massage Techniques

Shiatsu is a healing art, originating in Japan, which uses the power of touch and pressure to enable each of us to contact our own self-healing abilities.

Bowen Therapy - Conditions That Benefit From Bowen Treatments

Most acute conditions (90%) respond to Bowen treatments within 2-3 sessions (you begin to feel results) and resolve in 3-5 sessions (relief of your symptoms). Most results are long-lasting or permanent. Periodic follow-up treatments are recommended for general health maintenance. Chronic, long standing conditions respond to Bowen treatments within 2-3 sessions, but may take longer to resolve for long-lasting relief of symptoms! Below is a list of conditions I’ve treated successfully using the Bowen technique.

Energy Medicine - Balance and Restore Your Health

The types of conditions that you can balance through Energy Medicine techniques like those presented from the BodyTalk System are truly vast! The possibilities are only limited by your willingness to imagine new potentials for yourself and humanity. Vibrational science and medicine is in its early stages of development, an infant needing special attention and care during its formative years. Energy Medicine is at the frontier of humankind's evolving consciousness. Areas of health being successfully balanced and restored with BodyTalk include-