February 18th, 2014 • Posted by The Pampering Place Day Spa • Permalink
Alone, the healing power of touch has been shown to increase
a person’s well-being, but massage can have a myriad of further health benefits.
Even a short massage has been shown to reduce inflammation, relieving sore
muscles.
Who hasn't experienced back pain at one time or another? Proven
research, as reported in the Huffington Post, has discovered that massaging
sore muscles after a workout has regenerative effects. A massage can help
result in better range of motion and release the body's natural painkillers,
those wonderful endorphins.
Many clients report the melting away of negative thoughts,
fears, and stresses when they receive expert rubdowns. Along with a feeling of
calm and relaxation after a therapeutic massage session, you may also
experience increased alertness, a feeling of being relaxed, but at the same
time on your toes. As professional athletes know, this is when we perform at
our best. When we're alert but relaxed we can make better, quicker decisions.
Therapeutic touch in the form of a professional massage uses
different smooth gliding or kneading strokes. Since our brains crave sensory
input, this can improve our outlook. An improved outlook can lead to better
functioning of the immune system because of lowered stress levels.
Lower blood pressure is another achievable outcome with
massage. Not only does massage lower blood pressure, but it can also make
clients feel better looking, because massage also increases blood flow,
bringing oxygen to cells and making skin and hair appear more vibrant.
What if you feel nervous about getting a massage? You worry
that it might hurt or that you might feel uncomfortable. These concerns are
important, and should be discussed with your therapist before beginning treatment.
Our therapists will tailor pressure and methods to each person's needs, putting
your mind and body at ease.
Whatever the reason you're considering massage therapy, the
health benefits of massage are endless. Our therapeutic training has given us
the tools to help improve health with the knowledge of body systems, anatomy
and physiology as well as massage assessment and application. We work in a
hands-on, healing profession, where your comfort and wellness are the ultimate
goals. Call us at to make an appointment with us today.
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January 23rd, 2014 • Posted by The Pampering Place Day Spa • Permalink
With few exceptions, everyone enjoys a massage. Since the beginnings of Eastern medicine thousands of years ago, care givers recognized the benefits of using touch and rubbing to generate feelings of wellbeing. The warmth of human touch can help to relax and comfort us, but there are deeper reasons that massage is good for the body, mind and soul.
Massage has become much more sophisticated, even in the past decade, than it was during its origins. Today our clients have many options in massage according to their medical needs and health goals. Some clients receive massage for its stress relief benefits -- which plays an enormous role in our health, as stress is related to an estimated 90 percent of all health ailments. In addition to alleviating stress, massage helps the musculoskeletal system and other internal systems to function at their best and heal in countless ways.
Massage stimulates lymph flow which enhances the body's natural immune system. It also helps to release endorphins, or amino acids that work as natural painkillers. Massage manipulates skin -- the body's largest organ, as well as muscle, tendons and ligaments, to help promote tissue regeneration and reduce scar tissue. Overall, massage improves circulation by pumping oxygen and nutrients into vital organs and tissues.
In general, massage therapy is used to exercise and stretch weak, injured, tight or atrophied muscles to help promote better movement and to alleviate pain. For athletes, massage can help muscles recover from strenuous training and help repair muscle damage and injury so that the body can achieve peak performance.
While massage is often associated with pampering and a luxury spa experience or alternative medicine, it is a tool often used by traditional medical practitioners as a complementary treatment for a wide range of conditions. While the physical benefits are more obvious, massage is also prescribed frequently for depression and anxiety.
Techniques and styles vary from the long, gentle and kneading strokes of Swedish massage to more forceful and slower strokes of deep-tissue massage. Other popular forms of massage include sports massage, trigger point massage and pre- and post-natal massage. All forms of massage have in common the objective of healing. This may take the form of a quicker recovery after pregnancy, a surgery or injury, or as an enhanced sense of wellbeing as experienced by lessened anxiety, better quality of sleep, improved energy and concentration.
Massage is one form of care that affects the entire human organism and can have immediate and long-term results with regular use. It should be considered a necessary part of every person's self-care plan and as an investment in the maintenance and enhancement and of your general health and wellness to keep the body and mind functioning and feeling its best.
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January 16th, 2014 • Posted by The Pampering Place Day Spa • Permalink
You have all seen the long list of skin care treatments at the spa. From facials to chemical peels and even light therapy, there are so
many choices when it comes to keeping our skin healthy. The benefits of proper
care are not only skin deep, however. In addition to providing our epidermis
with a radiant glow, various treatments can also help relieve stress and muscle
tension and even increase circulation throughout our bodies.
The Facial
When we think of skin care the first place we go to is the face. We have an array of facial treatments aimed at the specific needs for our customers. The facial is a common option. This massage-centered treatment
stimulates the production of collagen and elastin, which help us keep our
youthful appearance. In addition, oils or lotions used during facials can be
targeted at problem areas and different skin types to achieve desired results.
A facial on someone with oily skin, for example, may be given with a
water-based lotion. For older customers, an anti-aging cream may be used.
Facials can work to relax tense muscles in the head and neck and help rid your
body of toxins.
Allover Skin Treatments
While the face is often the targeted area for many skin treatments, most can be
applied to our entire body. Mud masks, wraps and chemical peels are an example.
These help the body rid itself of toxins while at the same time tightening the
skin. Mud masks in particular also provide nutrients to our skin that we
wouldn't otherwise get.
Microdermabrasion is a fancy term for exfoliation, and the treatment works to
slough off dead skin cells to reveal a clean, revitalized appearance.
Light therapy (or Photo Rejuvenation Light Therapy) is another option for skin
care. Blue light is most commonly used here, but The Mayo Clinic says red light
may be effective as well. Light therapy can be used for a variety of reasons.
This treatment can help reduce swelling in acne patients by killing bacteria on
the skin, for example. Light therapy can also help patients with skin lesions
from sun exposure and other elements.
Before and After Your Treatment
When you book any spa treatment, including a skin treatment, be sure to drink
plenty of water before and after your appointment. This will help your body rid
itself of the toxins stirred up during a procedure, and keep you (and your
skin) hydrated for the duration.
With the right treatment and skin care regimen, there's no reason you can't have beautifully radiant skin this season. Call us at to schedule a treatment today.
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