Muscles enable us to move, contribute to our shape, maintain posture and produce heat as well as helping us to breathe, digest food, circulate blood and perform invariable other body functions.  Approximately 40-50% of body mass is made up of muscle tissue. Posture is the bearing in which you hold your body plumb when you are… continue reading »

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The Lymphatic or “Lymph” System is the garbage disposal system of the body. It is often referred to as the “second circulatory system” and flows throughout the entire body. The Lymphatic System is a major part of the immune system. It is through the Lymphatic System that toxic substances are expelled from the body through the bloodstream. Unlike… continue reading »

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Deep Tissue Massage When muscles feel knotted, tense or damaged a Deep Tissue can provided a soothing treatment either applying it shallow or deep.  It can be gentle or harder. Deep Tissue (Remedial) Massage concentrates on the deeper layers of muscle tissue releasing the persistent forms of tension in the body through purposeful strokes and deep pressure… continue reading »

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Stress has been shown to cause or even exacerbate problems as heart disease, gastrointestinal disorders, memory loss, headaches and decreased immune function, and continuing stress will affect many systems of the body. Stress can make your life miserable, cause seemingly unexplainable fatigue, and strains your relationships and deminishes your leisure activities. Friends and family can be unfortunate… continue reading »

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Benefits of Massage Therapy Massage is the manipulation of muscle and connective tissue to enhance the function of those tissues, improving relaxation and well-being. There are many benefits that can be obtained through massage therapy. Relaxation, stress and pain relief are just some of them, but there are also many added benefits that can be achieved through… continue reading »

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