I’m always nagging you to incorporate movement and stretching into your computer-filled day, here’s a visual for you! This is great for maintenance and prevention between massage appointments, but if the achy stiffness gets out of hand, schedule an appointment soon!
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You need a TEAM, not just one massage therapist.
Some people get massage simply to relax. Their goal is to unwind and get mellow and peaceful . Some people prefer really deep massage to treat pain and tension and soothe muscles that have been exerted during exercise or repetitive motion. Still others enjoy energy work, hot stones and fancy body scrubs and muds. And…
All I want for Christmas…
…is to advance the knowledge and practice of massage by supporting scientific research, education and community service. The Christmas when I was 4 years old I got a dollhouse made by my grandparents and the Barbie mobile home. It was a big year. I remember being so excited that I couldn’t decide which to play…
Siri, the Family BBQ, and your experience of Massage
Siri I found out today that if someone asks Siri, the personal assistant inside the iPhone 4S, “Where can I get a happy ending?” the response is a list of nearby massage therapists. Sigh. On one level, I think this is hilarious. I have a pretty solid sense of humor about life in general. On…
Lactic Acid is your friend. Really.
The first time I heard about lactic acid I was a kid, watching speed skating on the Winter Olympics. The commentators spoke of it like an arch enemy to the distance skater, a nemesis to endurance and success. I remember thinking that the skaters’ thighs were just enormous, and my knowledge of anatomy and…
CranioSacral Therapy
Have you met Christina yet? She’s the other massage therapist in the office. Actually, that’s an understatement. Christina is also a Reiki Master and CranioSacral practitioner, she’s a whiz with hot (and cold) stones and sometimes she surprises me with Del’s Lemonade in the summer. Yeah, she’s pretty great. What’s this CranioSacral thing? CranioSacral Therapy…
Posture and Mood
This article on posture and mood is fantastic. That is all. Go enjoy it. Nothing to see here.
Your first massage
What to expect When you arrive at the office, I’ll have a brief intake form for you to complete. We’ll talk about why you’re coming in for a massage and what you your goals are for the session. Are you having pain? Do you just need to relax? I’ll show you the massage room and…
Smartphone neck, stretching, and more
One of my professional organizations, the Association of Bodywork and Massage Professionals, puts out a great publication for massage clients (and everyone). The Summer 2011 edition has a great article about smartphones, and how to be, well, smart about using them. And you know how I’m always telling you to stretch? There’s an article about…
Cancellations, no-shows and late arrivals, oh my!
One of the more challenging parts of running a service business is deciding how to handle last-minute cancellations, missed appointments and late arrivals. I aim for a thoughtful fairness. The very strict policies are below. I’m usually happy to be flexible about the 24 hour notice when illness or emergencies strike. No doubt, if we’re…