Tag: Self-massage
Oww! My Splitting Shins
January 27, 2012
By Ross Ashcraft At some point in most people’s lives they have that burning or aching sensation in the lower legs that we call Shin Splints. The medical condition is called Tibial …
A Study in Lubricants Part 2
December 30, 2011
By Laura Gordon In my last blog we explored Gels and Lotions. I hope you learned something new that will help you in your work as a Massage Therapist. In this blog …
Scalp Massage That Will Make You Purr!
December 9, 2011
By Sharon Truelove Are you dazed and doe-eyed Monday mornings? Do you get that "Can I make it through the rest of the week?" Wednesday feeling? Have you made it to Friday, …
The Notorious Sartorius
November 11, 2011
By Sharon Truelove Have you experienced a tingling or burning sensation anywhere along the inner thigh or groin? The longest muscle in the body, Sartorius, may be the cause. It is also known …
Winter Moisturizing and Reflexology Hand Care
October 21, 2011
By Laura Gordon With the cold winds and fringed temperatures of winter coming soon it can mean chapped, cracked, stiff, painful hands for many. This is a good time to learn …
Drain My Face, Please
September 9, 2011
By Ross Ashcraft Sometimes we wake up feeling puffy. Sometimes we feel bloated. Sometimes we just feel… icky. We don’t think we are sick but we just don’t “feel right.” What …
No Arm Wrestling Please
August 26, 2011
By Laura Gordon The following is a scenario for you to put yourself into and work through with me: You have just opened up your own massage therapy business and are building …
Are You a Hippy or a Superhero?
August 11, 2011
By Ross Ashcraft Are you a hippy? You may be one and not know it! Your hips may be the cause of your pain. You don't know it, because you think the problem …
Doing Away with Morning Puffiness
July 29, 2011
By Laura Gordon Do you ever wake up in the morning, look in the mirror and see “puffy face” staring back at you? For excessive puffiness you will need to see your …
Soft As A Baby’s Behind!
July 22, 2011
By Sharon Truelove Last week we discussed body brushing and its’ benefit of exfoliation and detoxification. After exfoliating, the circulation has been improved and the skin is now better able to fully …
