Michigan Massage and Wellness

Most people have never heard of lymphatic drainage until a doctor mentions it (or more accurately, a Tik Tok influencer). Then they start Googling why they're always tired, swollen, or run down.

Your lymphatic system is your body's internal filtration network, and when it gets sluggish or overworked, you feel it. And because it's superficial to your skin, the correct way to work it is with LIGHT work (like so light you'll wonder if it's even doing anything).

Here are 5 signs it might need some help:
Persistent puffiness or swelling
🫩 Feeling tired no matter how much you sleep
Getting sick frequently
Slow recovery after illness or surgery,
A general feeling of heaviness in your limbs.

Sound familiar? We can help.

Looking for lymphatic drainage to get that 'snatched' look, sculpted abs and detox before a big event? Sorry, we can't help. We don't do sculpting or contouring-we're more about what's happening internally and fixing that.

We are thrilled to welcome back Ksenia to the Michigan Massage and Wellness team! Some of you may remember her from the student intern days when she was with us in 2023 and when she reached out recently we were so excited to hear from her!

Ksenia comes to us all the way from Greece, where she lived until 2021 when she moved to the United States. In Greece she worked as both a massage therapist and a physical therapy assistant so she is no stranger to the human body and all of its aches and pains. And guess what? She LOVES deep tissue and she's fantastic at it!

To help welcome Ksenia to the team, we're offering 20% off your visit with her through July 6. Ksenia will be in the office on Mondays from 11am-5pm so book now before she books up!

www.michiganmassageandwellness.com

PTSD Awareness Month feels like the right time to talk about something we take seriously in our practice: trauma-informed care. For clients with PTSD, anxiety, or a history of trauma, massage can be deeply healing, or deeply uncomfortable, depending on the approach. We prioritize consent, communication, and control at every session. If this resonates with you or someone you know, we'd love to connect. And if you're someone who is uncomfortable disrobing for a massage, we have several options for fully clothed sessions to still deliver results. https://buff.ly/jk3ued0

Massage for Individuals with PTSD and Trauma | Massage Therapy Journal Massage therapy has shown promise in helping to alleviate some of the symptoms associated with PTSD.

June is Pride Month, and we want to say clearly: you are welcome here. Our practice is a safe, affirming, judgment-free space for every person who walks through our doors. Massage is for every body, no matter who you are or who you love and you're treating people with kindness and respect. 🏳️‍🌈

I always feel better then I've got a trip planned, however these airline fares are out of control so here are some easier ways to get some serotonin into your system!

Once upon a time, in November 2003, I saw my very first client that wasn't at the spa I worked at for a hot second. She came in for relief from an old whiplash injury from a car accident. And over time, gradually, we got her to a point where she had forgotten that there even was a whiplash injury.

If you have whiplash or another neck injury, take a look at some treatment options that may be beneficial to you. https://www.spine-health.com/conditions/neck-pain/whiplash-treatments-and-recovery

Premier pricing for Thai massage/stretching with Sarah has been extended until May 30. She has some afternoon appointment times available later this week, so snap one up for $30 off! If Manual Lymphatic Drainage sounds like what you need this week, Melissa has some openings as well. Go to https://booking.mangomint.com/michiganmassageandwellness to book!

Great read from two amazing, smart women, Jill Miller and Katy Bowman.

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