Hands Down Massage Therapy

Doing a pamper session at the chamber of commerce.

Hey everyone, I know I have been struggling a bit with pain in my lower back. Nothing serious, just some muscle strain from yard work. But I've been working on finding some good stretches that will work. I found this one to be particularly helpful for my situation. Hope it helps you, but of course a visit to your massage therapist will do a world of good.

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For those of you who suffer with sciatica, check this out.

https://youtube.com/shorts/XnKrYHF1L_g?si=cUnqwnXbB4JtyisV

It's a perfect day for a refreshing mint scrub

Happy Friday everyone

Sciatic pain can be intense, and unfortunately, it is so common. With caution, some exercises can be done to alleviate symptoms. Check out this video to learn a simple and easy way to address sciatic pain at home.

https://youtu.be/l5dCvfbnqqA?si=Yhnp7tsp0F1bimwJ

Many of us spend a lot of time hunched over our phones or computer screen. Or we do things like crocheting or sewing, or for me, basket making.

This can leave our shoulders and neck healing tense and sore. And it can be bad for our posture.

A lot of people complain of neck and shoulder tension. Of course massage therapy is great for that, and it's nice to have a session with a professional massage therapist, but did you know that you can work on your own shoulders and neck?

Check out this YouTube video where a professional massage therapist shares her routine for neck and shoulder self massage. I tried it and felt a difference. And it's really easy to follow.

Self Massage for Neck and Shoulders Self Massage for Neck and ShouldersLearn how to give yourself a neck massage! Try this reflexology massage at home for an upper trap stretch, upper trapezius...

Massage is not just for pampering yourself, and while it can definitely help soothe aching muscles, it's physiological benefits go beyond relief from muscle tension.

In fact, according to the Mayo Clinic, massage helps reduce levels of cortisol, a hormone released during stressful situations. In addition, it increases serotonin levels, which can sometimes be referred to as the "happy chemical,". It also inhibits brain functions related to the fight or flight response.

Check out the other benefits this article mentions.

https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/massage-for-depression-anxiety-and-stress #:~:text=Massage%20therapy%20is%20one%20of,manage%20anxiety%2C%20depression%20and%20insomnia.

Massage helps anxiety, depression It's impossible to avoid stress. Find out why massage therapy isn't just for pampering and can help your body and mind find relief.