Massage is a traditional way to reduce psychological and physical stress. Various kinds of massages have been used for several years to overcome pain, anxiety, and stress. Research shows that massage therapy is an effective way to treat these conditions when used alone or combined with medicines. Here we are going to discuss deep tissue massage technique that treats musculoskeletal issues. This technique involves slow sustained pressure and deep strokes that target the inner layers of connective tissues and muscles. It minimizes muscle tension and increases blood flow that promotes fast healing. How Deep Tissue Massage is different from Swedish Massage? Deep tissue massage is good for people who have chronic muscle problems like injury or soreness. It uses more pressure to relieve tight muscles, pain, and anxiety. During deep tissue massage sessions, the therapist uses deep finger pressure and slow strokes, which help in relieving tension from muscles. The session takes 60-90 minutes. A Swedish massage is a good option for those who have never tried any type of […] Continue reading
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The lavender essential oil can be termed as one of the more versatile and popular methods used for aromatherapy. The lavender oil is distilled from the plant called Lavandula Angustifolia. This kind of aromatherapy is responsible for promoting relaxations and is believed to be useful in the treatment of fungal infections, anxiety, depression, eczema, insomnia, nausea, allergies, and menstrual cramps. It is multi-purpose oil in terms of essential oil practices. The oil also has antispasmodic, analgesic, and sedative properties similar to massage therapy. Lavender aromatherapy for the treatment of anxiety Although there aren’t many clinical trials to support this, there were positive effects of aromatherapy on many people suffering from anxiety. Several studies conducted have indicated that the lavender oil might have anti-anxiety benefits. Some studies were conducted in specific populations as well to test the anxiety-decreasing effects of lavender. There was a study published in 2005 that concentrated on two hundred people waiting for dental treatment. By breathing in the lavender aroma there was an improvement in both mood […] Continue reading
Recent researches have indicated that massage therapy is useful in building a healthy immune system. Keep in mind that a healthy immune system is significant to humans at all times. It helps in reducing pain, anxiety, depression, and stress along with improving immunity. All these things have a good effect on our physical and mental wellbeing. Massage is also known to be effective in reducing pain by improving blood flow and easing off the inflammation and it also decreases tightness in the muscles. Massage therapy for improving our capability to fight diseases Clinical research has indicated that a regular massage can naturally raise the capability of the immune system to kill certain harmful cells and decreasing the number of T-cells. It results in the improvement of the overall immune system of your body. In one of the recent studies, 20 men infected with HIV received 45-minute massages every week for a month. There was an increase in serotonin levels and also in the cells that are responsible for the initial […] Continue reading
The coronavirus pandemic situation has resulted in many of us staying home and performing lesser social interactions and exercise. It can have a detrimental effect on your mental and physical health. The main question is how to protect yourself daily against coronavirus and other such viruses. The key lies in working on the immune system. The immune system needs several nutrients to recognize the invading viruses properly and develop the system needed to fight off these viruses. Stay physically active During these times take a break from sitting by performing 3 to 4 minutes of light physical exercise such as stretching or walking. It will help in relaxing the muscles and will improve your blood circulation. Regular exercise is beneficial to the mind and body. It reduces blood pressure and stabilizes the weight thereby reducing the risk of stroke, diabetes, heart diseases, and some cancers. All these conditions are responsible for raising susceptibility to coronavirus. Maintain a healthy diet Consuming a healthy diet is significant at the time of coronavirus […] Continue reading
DOMS (delayed onset muscle soreness) is significantly decreased if you’re able to receive a massage after engaging in strenuous exercise. You’ll also notice that your creatinine level will drop, and your muscles will be enabled to perform better. These are all things that have been proven by a recent research study entitled “Massage Alleviates Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness After Strenuous Exercise: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.” In this study 11 previously published research studies on this topic were reviewed. In doing so, over 500 participants were included within this research. Getting a Massage After a Workout vs. Your Usual Care Each of the studies that was included within this meta-analysis consisted of a randomized controlled trial. In each of these trials the comparison between receiving this treatment modality and receiving no care or any type of intervention after exercising was looked at. Some of the other things that were considered here include outcome measures. For this it was important that participants reported a primary feeling of muscle soreness or pain. […] Continue reading
You’d probably do anything to help your sore muscles feel better. What you may not realize though is that there are some tools available that will help you get some relief. While a massage is great, these tools can help release any knots you have in your muscles. Shopping for the Right Tools When you go online to shop for these tools it’s easy to fall down a rabbit hole since there are a lot of gadgets that don’t only look weird but are also available in a wide array of shapes and sizes. While you can find a lot of high-tech tools here (e.g. solar-powered, heated, diffusing social oils) the low-tech ones are surprisingly effective including things like: Foam rollers are a simple tube-shaped cylinder that’s made from dense foam. It helps relieve back pain, but you must choose the right foam density first. If you’re in great shape, a very hard roller may be just what you need. However, there are also softer rollers that have a little […] Continue reading
More and more people are turning to various exercises as a way to get healthy. Many attend weekly yoga classes, others swim daily, and some find a combination of running and walking do the trick. However the more a person exercises, the more likely they are to develop an injury. But the good news is there are ways to relieve pain when one does get injured. One of the key elements in feeling better is to have a sports massage done. The best kind of sport massage will include the use of topical pain relief products. These products can help reduce inflammation and alleviate pain. Those that use sport massage can find great relief when incorporating topical pain products into their healing schedule. A therapist could use a topical spray to the affected area. It can then be wrapped or kinesiology tape can be placed over it. The therapist may also recommend a therapeutic balm to nourish the skin overnight. This balm can also increase the circulation to the painful […] Continue reading
Let’s say that you’re at work and, suddenly, you begin to feel a pain caused by having sore muscles. At least one of your colleagues will suggest some magnesium supplements, in order to avoid such problems in the future. And you know what? This is actually one great solution! Magnesium supplements, a must for an active life Technically speaking, the flow of magnesium and calcium through the muscle cells is the one that controls contraction and relaxation, so taking supplements makes total sense. Besides this, magnesium, along with minerals like sodium, potassium, and calcium, are lost through sweat, so a few magnesium supplements, after a workout, is very popular among athletes. But back to the initial question: can magnesium fix your sore back issues? Currently, there are no studies proving this, but this doesn’t mean that this solution should be ignored. “Scientists are now saying that cramping is related to neuromuscular fatigue in the exercising muscles so it’s not necessarily the low levels of a particular electrolyte that is directly […] Continue reading
You’ve probably seen a lot of people walking barefoot on the street and wondered what is the actual reason why they’re doing this. Surprisingly or not, they’re part of a bigger community, all of them doing this for its benefits on their health! Called “earthing” or “grounding”, walking barefoot has numerous benefits, but they are often overlooked by mainstream society, who actually promotes the importance of wearing shoes all the time. Dr. Mercola claims that walking with nothing on your feet and touching directly the soil allows your body to absorb a number of negative electrons through the Earth. This plays an important role in stabilizing daily cortisol rhythm, but also creates a balanced internal bioelectrical environment. Barefoot walking fans also say that this is a simple effort, which has way more benefits than one could actually think. Let’s go through a few of the most important and then decide if there’s actually worth it giving up shoes, at least from time to time. It reduces pain and inflammation According […] Continue reading
Warming up before and after an exercise, may it be a cardio workout or weight lifting can make a major difference in both physical, and mental preparedness. According to a trusted, professional and well known personal trainer in New York, Sayco Williams draws a strong focus on making sure his students always give warming up and cooling down their best efforts before working out. Suffering from a rotator cuff injury in the past himself, Williams makes sure he educates both his students and the public about the important, short-term and even long-term possible damage associated with not doing the necessary pre-workout and post-workout stretching. Let’s review 3 Scientifically Proven Reasons “Warm Ups” and “Cool Downs” For Workouts Work– read more BELOW! 1. A lot of people might overestimate what’s required in a pre-workout or post-workout stretching routine. But, scientific studies show that only keeping it ‘short and light’ really help the next time you perform your exercise routine – may it be running a marathon or bench-pressing 300lbs. Properly stretching […] Continue reading