Articles

June 6, 2023

The Therapeutic Uses of Acupuncture
The cultural context of acupuncture is deeply rooted in traditional Chinese philosophy and holistic views of health.
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May 15, 2023

Benefits of Foot Massage
Foot massage can induce deep relaxation and help alleviate stress. By starting the treatment with a foot massage, therapists can help clients unwind and prepare their bodies and minds for a more comprehensive massage experience.
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May 3, 2023

The Rhythmic Therapeutic Healing of Tapotement
Tapotement is a massage technique that involves rhythmic tapping or percussive movements on the client's muscles. It is a popular technique used in Swedish massage and other forms of massage therapy. The history of tapotement dates back centuries, with evidence of similar techniques being used in ancient Chinese and Egyptian medicine.
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January 25, 2023

Aromatherapy in History and Culture
The word ‘aromatherapy’ first appears in René-Maurice Gattefossé’s book Aromatherapy: Essential Oils, Plant Hormones, in 1937. The therapy began seeing wider recognition in the 1960s and 70s, hand in hand with the exploration of New Age concepts and Eastern spirituality.
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January 9, 2023

New Spa Supplies
Most of our valued customers are Registered Massage Therapists and physiotherapists, but we also proudly serve salons and spas. These venues extend beyond the therapeutic into the realm of luxury body treatments. A visit to the spa might well involve a massage, but the client may also be treated to skin treatments, depilation, baths, and other spa supplies.
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December 28, 2022

Oils vs. Lotions for Dry Winter Skin
The question of whether to apply massage oil or massage lotion during treatment, is largely up to personal preference, both for the therapist and client. Massage oils may work a bit better after the client has washed, and the skin is still damp. It would help to seal in that moisture and produce glowing skin. But in terms of therapeutic treatment, lotions may have a more immediate effect treating skin that is already dry or inflamed.
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August 1, 2022

Qualities and Methods of Essential Oil Extraction in Aromatherapy
Did you know that essential oils have been used for almost 6,000 years? They are widely used in massage therapy and aromatherapy. But they also made their way into medicine, cooking, and perfumery. Historically, the most popular method of extraction...
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July 11, 2022

Cold Therapy: What Is It and How Does It Work?
Researchers have shown the positive therapeutic effects of cold therapy over and over again. The pain relief can increase the client's comfort while providing internal healing with anti-inflammatory effects.
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June 29, 2022

Shirodhara: An Ayurvedic Healing Technique
The word Shirodhara combines two Sanskrit words; 'Shiro' means head, and 'Dhara' means pouring. In this treatment, warm medicated oil is slowly poured onto the forehead of a person lying horizontally on their back. The oil flows into the scalp, which the practitioner gently massages.
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