Maria Chang

The Benefits of Massages For Athletes

Athletes are the ones who are completely dedicated to keeping their bodies at peak performance .  They need to be bigger, stronger, faster, more agile and etc . than the next person if they’re going to compete at the level they’d like to. Although breaking your body down and building it back up is a rather key component to the athletic world, not many people take into account how important massages are. Whenever you see a football player getting stretched before the game or even worked on after the game has finished, the massage therapist (or sports trainer) working on them knows exactly what they’re doing. They don’t get massages just for the fun of getting a massage.   Athletes take massage very serious as some even keep a professional massage therapist on their payroll.  Some people tend to think that massages have no positive effect on athletes, but those people couldn’t be further from the truth. These days anybody who is a sports fanatic will know that athletes need massages […] Continue reading

What are the Benefits of Thai Yoga Massage?

Benefits of Thai Massage
You might be wondering what Thai Yoga Massage is. This type of massage combines a massage with yoga and deep stretching. It has become one of the more popular forms of massage around the world today because of its excellent benefits for those who have it performed. The person receiving the massage will be put into various yoga poses during the massage. This type of massage is particularly good for athletes who run or swim because of the repetitive motion involved. Physical Benefits of a Thai Yoga Massage There are various benefits of Thai Yoga Massage, specifically the one that helps boost the immune system and detoxify the body. Other benefits include relieving back pain and pain associated with arthritis. The massage will also help with blood circulation and lower the blood pressure of the person receiving the massage. Some added physical benefits include the improvement of posture, balance, body alignments and gets rid of blockages to energy. This type of massage will also help  your immune system, strengthen the […] Continue reading

Trigger Point Therapy

Trigger Point Therapy Massage
Trigger points are small lumps or knots in your muscles that cause pain at that point and refer pain to other areas around the body.  Trigger points are caused when a muscle is overworked or injured through exercise, car accidents, improper posture, moving furniture, and other activities that can push your muscles beyond their capacity. Trigger points can be treated through a variety of invasive procedures. Treatment procedures in a doctor’s office consist of injections from a selection of options: saline, anesthetic, steroids, and botulism toxin. While injections may provide immediate relief they carry high risks of soft tissue and organ damage. A better short and long term solution is trigger point massage and exercises that target strengthening your joints, which may prevent recurring trigger points. Continue reading

Role of Massage in Medicine

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Massage does play an all important part in medicine. But there are a number of medical professionals who doesn’t agree with this. Having all the kinks and knots worked out is much more than just mere pampering. It is all about improving the general health and assisting one to feel better, both physically and emotionally. One cannot term relaxation to be a form of luxury. As far as emotional health is concerned, massage-inducing relaxation is actually quite good. It helps in reducing the stress and improving one’s well-being. Also, while one is letting go of their troubles to melt away, they are experiencing pain relief simultaneously. Therapy sessions on a regular basis can be of great help to those who are suffering from neck pain, back pain and muscle tension that one generally associates with a desk job. Over the last few decades, numerous studies have exhibited that certain health benefits can be a direct result of massage therapy. Massage helps in reducing the symptoms such as asthma and carpal […] Continue reading

Professional Massage Treatment for relieve from stress

Mental tension has become of modern lifestyle by default. Mental stress initially causes discomfort and gradually develops into frustration. Over a prolonged period, it may lead to chronic pain and muscular issues. All these conditions can be relieved by Maria’s professional massage service, which provides relaxation and induces higher spirit. The best advantage of massage can be obtained only when people let their minds loose off consciousness and attain comfort with their self-presence. Some people find mental liberation when completely undressed while others are comfortable with minimal clothes on them. The key to feel the benefits of massage is to think of masseuse as a service provider and not a stranger touching the body. Masseuses are trained to massage the body such that it relieves mental stress. Thus, she is obliged to put her expertise at service when a client books a session for professional massage. Maria’s Professional Massage is carried out in a comfortable and warm room with pleasant ambience and inviting atmosphere. The table is padded to offer comfort and […] Continue reading

Mother & Baby Massage Team

As my regular clients know, I have had the good fortune of being able to continue massage during my entire pregnancy, up until the day I gave birth to a baby girl, Isis, on March 29, 2013. My original plan was to have a friend’s mom babysit her or place into an infant care facility, but the babysitting fell through and the thought of placing her with a stranger in a facility this young didn’t seem as appealing after looking into it more.  Plus, I feel it’s important as a parent to get  bonding time  in with Isis as much as possible because she’s only a baby for a brief amount of time and I don’t want to miss out on it. Now Isis is 2 months old, and has been my massage sidekick for 1.5 months now.  I appreciate both the loyalty and patience of my clients who continued to come to me for massages despite Isis’s crying and fussing at times during a session.  Now she and I […] Continue reading

Different Massages with Different Benefits

There is hardly any doubt about the fact that people like massage as it offers them the perfect relaxation and rejuvenation. Massages are part of different cultures and considered as universal practice.  Presently, there are several massage forms available each catering to the specific needs of people to help them relax and relieve the pain they suffer from. Here are a few of the most common massage forms that have earned huge popularity among people from all over the world: Californian – In this procedure, essential oil is first applied on the body and smooth long strokes offer the ultimate relaxation. Too much pressure is not involved and this massage is best for people who want to spend some relaxing time on their own. Esalen – Reflex points within the hand and feet are stimulated by targeting on specific points. With the assistance of this massage muscular function is increased along with flow of blood within the body. Watsu – This massage form uses warm water where the client is floated […] Continue reading

Various Types of Massage: Part II

In our last discussion, we talked regarding different massage varieties and the way they benefit the overall health of a person. Trained masseuse sessions alleviate muscle tension and assist a person to feel calm, relaxed and less stressed out. This is a great way to maintain healthy body and mind. Swedish Swedish massage is quite frequent where light strokes are applied on the muscles of the human body. Too much pressure on tissue is avoided and while it’s occurring, the recipient feels absolute comfort and relaxation. Scar tissues are broken down easily and generally help in relieving aches, pain and tension. Neuromuscular Therapy This massage focuses on relieving pain that mainly results from muscles sprains and nervous system. Posture difficulties, nerve compression and circulation concerns are treated with ease as focus lies mainly on trigger points. Deep Tissue Particular body parts affected with pain can get huge relief from this procedure. Sometimes, the recipient might experience pain while undergoing deep tissue procedure because pressure is specifically applied on affected areas […] Continue reading

Varieties of Body Massages

There are more than one hundred unique massage types available. Massages help in relaxation and reduction of stress which can only be performed by trained professionals. Here is a list of the most popular massage types: Swedish massage Therapy Among several massage types, this is most prevalent also known as massage therapy or Swedish massage. The massage therapists make use of kneading, smooth strokes and circular movements on muscle layers using massage oil or lotion. Aromatherapy Massage This is one extremely relaxing procedure where the massage therapists use essential oils from different plants that offer various advantages. These oils are balancing, stress-reducing, energizing and relaxing. It helps the person to feel absolute calmness by creating a soothing and charming atmosphere. Hot Stone Massage Smooth heated stones are kept on specific parts to warm the muscles and loosen them up. It might also happen that the person offering the massage might apply minute pressure with the stones. This is light massage and perfect for people suffering from muscle tension. Shiatsu This […] Continue reading

Massage Therapy of Different Types

Massages are preferred by many people on a daily basis but most regard it as a luxury for the rich ones. However, massage therapy has some unique health benefits perfect for treating different health related conditions. Massages of different kinds are available which can be effective in treating muscle soreness. But sometimes, choosing the right massage technique for different conditions can prove to be difficult for a person. With so many types of massages available, some people might think that a few of them are just for showing. This is not at all true as every massage comes with some unique benefits. Therapies of different types are offered by these massages. Some massages make use of long strokes whereas others make use of short strokes. There are massages that employ light touch techniques while others are based on applying extreme pressure. Continue reading