Is Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) safe for those with breast cancer?
In a previous post, I discussed MLD and CDT, and their differences. Once question I received was regarding breast cancer, and the potential for increased risk of recurrence after all cancer treatments have been completed.
Complete Decongestive Therapy and Manual Lymphatic Drainage
I recently earned certification as a Certified Lymphatic Therapist (CLT), as an extension of my Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) certificate. There’s some confusion over what these are. Read on…
Why Massage Therapy Is Good For Your Heart
Cardiovascular disease is the leading killer of men and women in the United States, according to the American Heart Association and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. So since February is American Heart month, let’s explore the ways in which massage can protect and improve your cardiovascular health.
Breathing Technique to Reduce Stress
Here is a quick breathing exercise you can use anytime, anywhere to help you calm the nervous system, increase focus, and reduce stress.
Quick Posture Tip for Desk Workers
Sitting at a desk for 9 hours or more can wreak havoc on your posture sending your whole body out of whack!
Gift cards make the best gifts for the holidays.
Gift cards make the best gifts for the holidays!
Introducing The Youth Athlete Sports Massage with Angela
Using a combination of deep tissue, stretching, cupping and myofacial release, Angela will tailor a specific session to your young athletes needs.
Manual Lymphatic Drainage
Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) is a treatment that assists your lymphatic system in moving lymph throughout the body. Great for fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, sleep issues, anxiety, fatigue, swelling in the arms or legs, and those who are pregnant.
Taming the Hulk
This is from an old post from an old website I had when I first started doing massage. Now I have a new site and new name, but the message remains: Stress sucks. One day of stress is exhausting, so imagine what weeks or months of stress can do to you. While I'm clearly biased on the approach to managing stress (come get a massage!), I do feel it's important to manage it however you can.
My Experience: Driftaway Float Center
After my chronic pain journey, I realized that the key to my pain management was to reduce the impact to my central nervous system. I was already interested in trying a float, but I wasn’t sure if I would benefit. Just for convenience of location, and some online reviews, I decided to try Driftaway Float Center.
My Experience at Mayo Clinic's PRC Program
I recently went through a three-week program at Mayo’s Pain Rehabilitation Clinic. Years ago, I began experiencing low back and hip pain with no indication of where it came from. It grew from an annoyance to often debilitating, so I jumped on the pain treatment merry-go-round. Check out my experience.
Protocols for Appointments during COVID-19
We have a number of clients who are at-risk or who live with someone who is at-risk for COVID-19. For this reason, we are enforcing the following protocols for all clientele, without exception…
Drop Supplements
Another way Tallahassee is a town full of #localsupportinglocal. Drop Supplements @dropsupplement is offering dropship on behalf of Haven Spa. That Vitamin D3 might be just what your body needs right now for immune support…
Self-Care Inspiration During COVID-19 (or any time)
Look, how you handle your isolation time is completely your business. Get productive, or don’t. Organize all the closets in your house, or sit on the couch eating flaming hot cheetos while you binge-watch your favorite show.
Essential Oils: A Consumer Guide
A lot of you ask me about essential oils, specifically regarding their health benefits and usage. I love that ConsumerAdvocate.org put together some unbiased, in-depth info about the science and regulation regarding essential oils!
Guest Blogger Post: Changes in Your Lifestyle that Will Improve Overall Health
Many people wait till it's too late to start thinking of their mental and physical health. Indeed, some believe that it's a very daunting task. However, that's not the case. Here are five lifestyle changes that will improve your health.
Simple Hydrotherapy For the Hands and Feet
Welp. Here I sit pecking away at this post with a hurt right thumb (my own fault), so excuse any typos. For most people, a hurt hand or foot means major inconvenience. For me, even a hurt digit means no worky worky...