Main Menu

Blog

Oncology Massage

Oncology Massage is bodywork that is designed specifically to the needs of people who are dealing with cancer and/or its treatments. The main focus is to enhance healing while “doing no harm” to people whose bodies are dealing with lowered immune systems, are at risk for developing lymphedema, stressed by radiation and/or chemotherapy treatments, or recovering from surgery.

Ion Detox Foot Spa

Why Detox? We are exposed to toxins every day in the air we breathe, the food we eat and the water we drink. Many people also engage in harmful behaviors such as smoking and excessive alcohol consumption that put them at further risk of toxin build up. The Ion Detox Foot Spa The Ion Detox Foot Spa creates a naturally stimulating and relaxing detoxification session. The process of water ionization and osmosis of energy ions helps the body release toxins.

What To Expect After A Massage

Most people feel relaxed and/or refreshed after a massage. Occasionally, some people experience post massage soreness the day after their massage. This is nothing to worry about. Most people feel a great reduction of their original muscle tightness and/or pain after the delayed soreness resolves itself.

Proper Breathing For Stress Reduction

Oxygen is the first and most basic necessity of life. Stress is the first and most basic causative factor of muscle tension and pain.

Ice -vs- Heat For Injuries

The application of ice or heat on an aching muscle depends on the stage of the injury. All muscle pain is not created equal.

Ice and Movement for Injuries

In an acute muscle injury (the first 24-48 hours) ice is the best treatment. It reduces swelling and inflammation, reduces pain and decreases metabolism of cells so they don’t need more oxygen then is available to them thereby creating less damaged tissue for the body to repair. In this stage of an injury it is often crucial that the injured area be immobilized, even after icing.