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There isn't scientific proof yet that massage can help with depression but how can it not? When was the last time you got a massage and felt worse?
We're not in this profession to help our clients not just to relax but to feel like themselves. We believe that massage can help in so many ways and depression is one of them.
Massage + Depression is a great piece written by Michelle Vallet with the American Massage Therapy Association. Check it out and see what you think about massage and how it can help with depression.
During allergy season some people can be annoyed and some can be crippled by the symptoms.
For many a pill is the first and last resort, but have you ever thought of finding relief through massage?
At Soothing Sessions Massage we have some regular clients who swear by massage to help relieve several ailments and one of those is to help with allergy relief. A Deep Tissue Massage or a Cupping Massage can help in ways that you never thought possible. These types of massages can help diminish some of the stress brought on by allergies, but it can help release muscle tension to allow drainage of nagging mucus passages.
Here is a link to an article from the Americam Massage Therapy Association titled How Massage Can Help Relieve Allergy Symptoms. Check it out.
We are in the business to help you relax, but more importantly we want to help you live a full life. Give us a call so we can help you during allergy season 803.808.2989.
By ~ Linda C. Wilson, NCBTBM CE Provider
Cellulite is a bit misunderstood. How it's defined is cellulite is actually fat stored in the top layer of the skin. There are many factors that help in the development of cellulite such as poor circulation, diet, lack of exercise, genetics, hormone imbalance and stress.
The fat cells that make up cellulite are called adipocytes and their function is to reserve energy for the body in the form of lipids when the body needs energy. If the fat cells store more than the body needs, they become engorged and begin to bulge due to pressure caused not only inside the cell but also between them causing less and less circulation in the area.
Although this is a controversial topic in the medical community, I have seen tremedous results working with different techniques and products to reduce the appearance of cellulite. The concept behind "The Skinny Massage" is that by massaging the cellulite affected areas of the body in a certain way, the circulation is improved and the cellulite gets softened and released over time out of the body. Using products to cause microcirulation, tonification, and moisturization also help to improve results.
How does it work?
There are various stages of cellulite that range from no to little appearance to extreme dimpling and unevenness. The earlier that cellulite formation is treated, the easier it will be to smooth out the appearance of the skin. When the skin is in a more immovable stage, extended treatments will be required to improve the appearance of the skin. Therefore, milking muscles of waste (via using the Cupping Massage technique) helps to free adhesions and various restrictions of tissues must be used to help change the uneven appearance.
How is it most effective?
"The Skinny Massage" is a session done with a group of massage strokes done in a systematic fashion to assist the client in experiencing healthier skin tone and smoother appearances of cellulite. Manually, you will be aiding to help reduce saggy muscle tone and increase the metabolic rate to move fluids between the cells and interstitial fluids.
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We're going to be bringing you helpful hints and information to help you be the best you!
We've been open since December 2000, and boy do we have some stories. But let's just start out with some simple facts.
For some, a massage is simply a way to relax, but we all know that stress in the number one contributor to poor health. At least, we hope you know that by now. Stress can suppress the immune system. But a massage has been found to lower the level of cortisol, the stress hormone, and stimulate the release of endorphins (the good brain chemicals).
Massage can alleviate pain through the stimulation of pressure points, which blocks the pain signals to the brain. Relief from pain allows our muscles to relax long enough to increase blood flow, which helps to push away built up waste such as lactic acid, allowing the increase of vital nutrients to the troubled area.
As you may already know, massage can help eliminate the pain of headaches, sciatica, or injured overcontracted muscles from head to toe. Not to forget that massage is known to improve circulation and lower blood pressure.
We're glad you found us because at Soothing Sessions Massage we provide so much more than just a massage. We know your time is precisous and that's why we make sure that your 60 minute massage actually lasts 60 minutes (if not a few minutes more).
This one hour service begins with a Mini Face Lift using Ace Cupping Techniques. You will then indulge in the cold and hot therapy as we use cold stones to massage the face then wrap your face with hot towels. ...