Archive for July 24th, 2007
Medieval Thinking Regarding Massage
24 July 2007I am a firm believer that you must experience a massage to know what it is all about. Many people who are unaware of the benefits and professional manor in which a massage is executed fear the idea. It also doesn’t help that even the news can mislead consumers by encompassing Massage Therapist into the ever-risky masseuses happy endings category.
Massage Therapist are for the most part licensed or certified and have had at least 500 hours under their belt from an accredited school. Not to be confused with a masseuse who needs no educational requirements and therefore shouldn’t be lumped under any regulations or laws that govern a Professional Massage Therapist. Educating the media in your local area whenever the need arises is a must if we are ever to shake any misconceptions.
Peanut Butter & Jelly as to Hot Stones and Massage
24 July 2007Now that I have researched a bit, I am sure that adding hot stone massage is a great enhancer for my clients massage hour. I have even heard that it is just better to book 90 minutes to allow time for movement and placement of the stones.
The stones may also be used as a tool in deeper work, saving your hand and forearms. Increasing circulation to the area and enhancing range of motion and tissue health. Even in the summertime people are asking for hot stone treatments? I haven’t found a therapist that does cold stone yet? Hummm. I love a good Ice massage, the stones would cut down on the melting mess.