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EATING BEFORE MASSAGE: WHEN AND WHAT TO EAT

Massage relieves pain, anxiety, and depression. Many studies have also shown its effectiveness in lowering blood pressure, improving sleep quality, relaxing muscles, etc. However, these benefits may be affected by eating or drinking before a massage.  The digestive system goes into action immediately once you

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THE IMPORTANCE OF TIBIALIS ANTERIOR MUSCLE

FUNCTION It’s responsible for extending the foot (lift the tip) and supine it (lift the inner edge), therefore it will be an important “anti-pronator”. CURIOSITIES It is a muscle that activates more than normal by climbing slopes so that we don’t hit the toes against

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THE BENEFITS OF YOGA IN PHYSIOTHERAPY

An overview of yoga What is yoga? Yoga means union in Sanskrit – the sacred language of Buddhism in Hinduism. It has been around for more than five thousand years. The aim of yoga practitioners is and has been, to create harmony between the body

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HEALTH PROPERTIES OF CARROT OIL

The carrot is a vegetable with beneficial properties for both beauty and health. In recent years it has become a popular ally for rapid and natural tanning. However, according to studies performed also improves the mood, avoids depression and anxiety. What are the properties of

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NUTRITION SPORTS INJURY AND PHYSIOTHERAPY

Nutrition plays an important role in healing after sports related or other injuries. In many treatment schedules after such injuries, it is common to prescribe medications and physiotherapy but not many clinicians remember to refer the patient to a dietician for nutritional advice. When used

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MASSAGE THERAPY & CANCER PATIENTS

A diagnosis of cancer is a frightening revelation to the patient, their family and friends. Cancer is a collective term for many conditions that present with malignant changes in certain body cells. Naturally cells are biologically programmed to die after a given period of time.

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MASSAGE THERAPY AND SLEEP DISORDERS – INSOMNIA

Insomnia is the persistent difficulty in falling asleep or staying asleep. The problem affects millions of people around the world. In the U.S alone, 50-70 million Americans suffer from this problem. The main symptoms include: Chronic fatigue Low energy Poor focusing Emotional issues including mood disturbance

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MASSAGE THERAPY & DIABETES

    Diabetes is a disease that affects glucose metabolism in the body. In this condition, sugar in the blood is not well regulated which usually lead to very high levels. This can happen because either there is no insulin produced in the pancreas; or

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MASSAGE AND CHRONIC PAIN OF FIBROMYALGIA

Fibromyalgia is one of the conditions that lead to chronic pain. It is a disease that is thought to be due to the body’s immune system going out of balance and acting on the body tissues instead of protecting them. The disease is characterized by

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WHY SHOULD WE RECEIVE LYMPHATIC DRAINAGE TREATMENT

The lymphatic drainage system is as important as the circulation system. This is the system tasked with removing toxins and other wastes that results from the body’s immune system fight against microorganisms and other types of invaders. When this system is not working optimally, lymph

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DEEP MASSAGE DEEP SLEEP!

  What is deep tissue massage? This is one of the many types of massages offered by trained therapists. The main difference with other types of massage is that here the aim is to reach the fibers of individual muscles deep down.  This is particularly

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PHYSIO-STYLE MASSAGE, MORE THAN A SIMPLE MASSAGE

Physio-style massage Physiotherapy is associated with medical professionals who are trained in rehabilitative techniques aimed at restoring functions after injury or other problems that affect muscles, bones and other connective tissues. Physiotherapists are also useful in dealing with some congenital posture and mobility issues. The

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SWEDISH MASSAGE, BASIC MANEUVERS AND ITS BENEFITS

Swedish massage What is Swedish massage? This is one of the most well-known massage therapy types. When many people talk about massage, they take it to be synonymous with Swedish massage. One outstanding feature of this massage technique is that it focuses on the whole

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THE IMPORTANCE OF SPORTS MASSAGE

¨Sports massage is a vital part of every athlete’s career. It not only determines the athlete’s effectiveness now but can also determine the duration he will last in that career.¨ The performance of top athletes depends on many factors. A successful career in any high-intensity

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