Archive for the 'Massage Research News' Category

Anti-age with massage!

Thursday, April 3rd, 2008

Shoulder stand for yogis has been dubbed “natural yogi botox” …well here is more news…massage and facials are a little secret weapon to looking younger!
Proof positive.
Today I received a phone call from a client, “D” who works with a regular clientèle. On two separate occasions a client of D’s complimented D on her skin complexion […]

Massage and bursitis

Sunday, February 3rd, 2008

I thought this info I passed along to one client regarding bursitis and if massage could help would be useful/informative for others too!
As long as bursitis is not caused by an infection massage can be especially beneficial if using myofascial release—that is deep tissue techniques I can employ in the surrounding muscle tissue, forearm, tricep, […]

Bra increases breast and overall health

Sunday, January 21st, 2007

While reading my Alternative Medicine Feb 2007 Issue I read on page 29 - Natural Radiance Slip into something soft (and Sustainable): When eco-friendly meets sexy
Check out this new bra that features L.E.T Flow technology http://www.letflow.com/
LET - Lymphatic Enhancement Technology
Intimate Health developed by Christina Erteszek, features a bra with Brassage; a raised foam bubble panel […]

About Medical Massages

Tuesday, January 16th, 2007

Enduring a hospital stay? Request massage therapy! Ask for massage and it will become more mainstream where it is needed!
From Prevention November 2006 issue–sourced from the American Hospital Association survey of 1400 hospitals!
Pain relief at your hospital might come in a needle-free form. Massage therapy is up 30% in hospitals since 2004, and for good […]

Studies: Surgery No Better for Sciatica

Saturday, November 25th, 2006

Once again another reason to seek TaoMassage therapeutic massage services.
Sciatica CAN be worked with. TaoMassage integrates Active Isolated Stretching, Ashiatsu Oriental Bar Therapy and Myofascial Release to help maintain and prevent sciatic flare ups!
Recent study shoes that “Surgery No Better for Sciatica“. Just another reason to first try safe, gentle, non-invasive and EFFECTIVE massage therapy.

“BlackBerry Thumb” sparks new form of hand massage

Saturday, November 25th, 2006

Whatever kind of “thumbs” you have we’re “all thumbs and toes” for you here at TaoMassage to help prevent and heal “BlackBerry Thumb”.
The American Physical Therapy Association recently recognized BlackBerry Thumb as an official work place malady — a stress-related injury due to over-use of any PDA or smartphone.
Professor Alan Hedge, an ergonomics specialist […]

Back Pain Relief Doctor addresses MUSCLES!

Saturday, November 25th, 2006

Please keep the following in mind while you read about this “new” technique: Massage therapists are specialists in working with MUSCLES. Most Massage therapists are extensively trained in working with MUSCLES and their trigger points/pain referral areas.
Therefore see a massage therapist for low back pain, muscle pain and the like!
Massage therapy is a gentle, safe, […]

Upcoming sprint triathlon 9/24/06

Monday, August 14th, 2006

TaoMassage has decided to form a triTEAM for the upcoming sprint triathlon on Sunday September 24, 2006.
Each triTEAM participant will receive a complimentary half hour massage in the week following the “race”.
I have made this offer because each participants body will be “In knead of recovery” –this article from active.com says it best:
…feeling fatigued and […]

The Power of Touch for Pain Relief: Basic Facts

Monday, May 1st, 2006

The Power of Touch for Pain Relief: Basic Facts
Massage is well known for reducing stress and promoting relaxation. And, a growing body of research also shows that massage therapy is effective for relieving and managing chronic and acute pain, a significant national health problem. According to the National Institute for Health, more than one-third of […]

Massage therapy in the recreation center is useful on many levels

Monday, February 13th, 2006

While massage is considered complimentary medicines—which is meant to accompany but not replace standard medical practices—research has shown that it can be more effective for chronic back pain than other complimentary therapies, according to the American Massage Therapy Association.
Read on..The South End Newspaper - Massage therapy in the recreation center is useful on many levels […]