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Stone
Medicine with White Bear Medicine Woman
by
Robert Noah Calvert
Using stones during a massage session is common practice in today's
spas, massage clinics and home practices. Stone Medicine takes this
a step further, by incorporating traditional ceremonial rites and
rituals. Join the author in a session with White Bear Medicine Woman,
whose training in Stone Medicine comes from Native American shamanism.
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Body
and Spa
The
Art of Massage Cupping
by
Anita J. Shannon |
A
Family Legacy Endures
by
Kelle Walsh
The Carlson family has worked in the massage field for more than 50
years and over three generations. Their story is one of perserverance
and dedication to the healing arts.
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SpaMassage
News
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The
Circulation Between Cerebrospinal Fluid, Cerebral Interstitial Fluid
and Lymph, Part Two
by
Bruno Chikly, M.D.
This article will inspire massage therapists interested in lymph and
cranial work, or those just seeking to deepen their knowledge of the
fascinating anatomy related to the connections between the central
nervous system and the periphery of the body.
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Spa
Talk
How
to Open a Day Spa
by
Melinda Minton
The
Body Politic
Changes
in Mississippi Registration
Alaska Explores Licensure
Practice
Building
Almost-Free
Ways to Boost Your Massage Business
by
Jessica Hatchigan
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Sheet
Massage, The Ultimate Cradle
by
Leslie Bruder
Sheet massage is a way of massaging without directly touching the
body with hands. The sheet cradles the body part being worked on,
allowing the client to let go, relax and stretch deeply; for the therapist;
using a sheet allows the performance of range-of-motion exercises
with greater ease and less strain.
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Research
Reports
Massage
Improves Mood, Reduces Stress in Spouses of Cancer Patients
Overall, Massage is Effective
Spa Therapy for Osteoarthritis
Pages
From History
Historic
Descriptions of Massage
by
Robert Noah Calvert
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Curiosity
Creates Connection
by
Kathy Pike
When a therapist empowers a client, the client naturally increases
her body awareness and responsibility for her own health and healing
processes. A great therapist realizes this, and learns how to use
communication techniques to create situations that empower clients
and build long-lasting partnerships. Curiosity is a powerful communication
technique that serves this purpose.
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Well: Therapist Self-Care
Unbroken
Circle
Women's groups provide connection and Healing
Taking the waters
Web Watch: Join a green community
Vitamin C for sun damage
Your Turn
Seasonal Foods
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Expression:
What is your favorite massage product,
and why? |
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