Deep tissue massage is the type of massage that many describe as slightly painful — but in a “hurts-so-good” kind of way. In a deep tissue session, massage therapists use firm strokes to work deeply into the fascia and muscle tissue. Sometimes, they might also use gentler, more sustained pressure to work through knots and other […]
The risk of second hand smoke to children Children are more at risk from secondhand smoke. This is because they breathe more rapidly, and their lungs, airways and immune system are still developing. Secondhand smoke can increase a child’s risk of: Babies exposed to secondhand smoke are also at increased risk of sudden infant death syndrome
Osteopathic treatment is rooted in the belief that the body is an interconnected unit, with its systems and structures working in harmony. And when it comes to stress and anxiety, this interconnectedness plays a pivotal role. Osteopathic treatment involves addressing the body’s overactive nervous system, tight muscles, headaches, digestive issues, as well as joint pains.
Compression stockings come in different lengths, including below the knee, knee-high, thigh-high, and all the way to the waist, depending on what they’re being used for. Instead of putting the same amount of pressure through their length, the socks apply graduated pressure to keep your blood moving. This compression helps tiny valves inside the vein
What Are the Signs of Upper Back Pain? While the pain that you can feel in the portion of your back covering your neck to the bottom of your rib cage is the most obvious sign of upper back pain, it can be difficult to diagnose exactly what is happening with your back. What’s interesting
Improve Mobility One of the major benefits of physiotherapy is that it helps in improving your body’s mobility. If a person is facing issues while standing, sitting, walking or moving, physiotherapy can help, regardless of age and gender. There are several stretching and strengthening exercises that help in bringing back the normal movement ability. Physiotherapists
Many of us don’t think twice about taking our car for a service to help prevent problems from surfacing and nipping any niggles in the bud before they become costly or irreversible. Yet we don’t always do the same for our bodies! Regular osteopathy treatments mean that any problems can be identified quickly and often
Massage is an excellent, non-invasive way to relieve back tension and its associated pain. Massage Therapy for back pain can also be a helpful relaxation technique because it releases endorphins (the happy hormone)! Many physicians in the medical community are promoting massage as a viable option for reducing back pain, or for the massage to
Smoking and neuropathy Because smoking narrows your arteries and blood vessels, it can restrict blood flow to your arms and legs, and cause nerve damage. Smoking is a major risk factor for both the development and progression of nerve damage in your legs and feet. This is called “diabetic neuropathy,” and it results in a
