Massage Therapy

Conversations On Massage Therapy

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  massage question

  
  

  • Posted On February 2, 2009 01:43:38 PM

    I want to give a massage gift certificate to my husband for Valentines day as he has a bad back and professional hands might be nice for him. Since his back is already bad I want to make sure he g... Read More

  • Posted On February 2, 2009 02:00:50 PM

    ... reputable spa, and make sure ALL their massage therapists are currently licensed to practice in your state. When he goes for his actuallyappt, a good therapist will talk with him first about an... Read More

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  Occupational Therapy?

  ...PCP sent a referral for an occupational therapist. I don't really know what to expect. Has anyone been to an OT? Did it help? What did they do for you?
  

  • Posted On December 6, 2008 12:34:26 PM

    ...ey treat my back pain, acupuncture, and massages for my feet (I also have foot pain), and my shoulder upper back area. The massage hurts while it is being done as they really push on the muscle... Read More

  • Posted On December 6, 2008 12:34:26 PM

    ...ey treat my back pain, acupuncture, and massages for my feet (I also have foot pain), and my shoulder upper back area. The massage hurts while it is being done as they really push on the muscle... Read More

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  what do you think about Reiki therapy?

  
  

  • Posted On May 20, 2008 04:00:39 AM

    ... and you can feel good energy from your therapist, I much prefer having a "hands-on" massage! I wouldn't call it a hoax though. I had it done at the end of my pregnancy and enjoyed i... Read More

  • Posted On August 14, 2008 04:34:17 PM

    ... and pain clinics, and is used in psychotherapy. Although not a substitute for convential medical therapy, it can be an effective adjuvant therapy for many medical and psychological conditions,... Read More

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  Went to the physical therapy clinic

  ... now feels like I'm getting deep tissue massage. :) If I want to leave it on all day, I can; if I only want it 15 minutes, no biggie... In short, its all up to me. But its pretty cool! :)
  

  • Posted On August 6, 2008 10:41:24 AM

    That's wonderful! Glad you have some releif. Read More

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  Share your favorite tricep workout! :)

  
  

  • Posted On September 22, 2009 05:14:58 PM

    Title says it. Share what your favorite tricep exercise is and why. I'm curious because I'm thinking about changing one of my tricep exercises for something else. Anyways, personally, I love paral... Read More

  • Posted On September 22, 2009 07:51:02 PM

    I like doing tricep extensions over my head with a dumbbell. I always feel it the most when I do it like that Read More

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  Iliotibial band syndrome

  
  

  • Posted On December 26, 2008 08:14:39 AM

    ... went through a whole round of physical therapy during the summer for ITBS. My physical therapists are very doom and gloom about what I can and cannot do. They've practically left me with on... Read More

  • Posted On January 10, 2009 12:59:11 AM

    ...age therapy? By a neuromuscular massage therapist.. .they (we) specialize in issues that you have. with GREAT results Keep up the GREAT work, Dawn Read More

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  Another ? about shin splints

  
  

  • Posted On February 17, 2009 06:54:27 AM

    ... on your legs. --And do your physical therapy exercises. (I was always bad with that. ) Good luck. I know they're really frustrating. Read More

  • Posted On February 18, 2009 04:20:30 PM

    ...n for shin splints. I used a roller and massage on my shins, I stretched all the time, I iced them and I did not run a step. After the week and a half I could run without any pain. I picked righ... Read More

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  Here I Go Again.

  
  

  • Posted On July 24, 2007 08:45:57 PM

    ...eing top-heavy and overweight. Being a Massage Therapist, I have seen firsthand how chronic pain can cause depression; depression can worsen painful symptoms - a viscious cycle. Firstly, I'd... Read More

  • Posted On July 23, 2007 01:09:12 PM

    About 4 years ago, I lost 37 lbs in 3 months. I was just eating right and working out. I sort of counted calories and asked the Weight Watcher crew at work a few things about how many points thin... Read More

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  Anyone shatter their elbow into several pieces?

  
  

  • Posted On October 27, 2008 05:38:04 PM

    ... the "envelope" with physical therapy. The hardest part is getting past the hard and very painful end feel on the range of motion. I have tried several braces design to give slow sta... Read More

  • Posted On October 28, 2008 08:01:55 PM

    ...ot stuck. I decided not to use physical therapy and instead did 10 sessions or so about 15 minutes each time just trying to focus on moving my arm even more than before. Don't expect it to go fr... Read More

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  I am going to live in a bubble!

  
  

  • Posted On August 5, 2008 08:16:32 PM

    ...said I was going to be needing physical therapy 3 days a week. THIS HURT. Even when I threw my back out, it wasnt as painful as this. The muscle I tore/pulled was the trapejius in my back. S... Read More

  • Posted On August 6, 2008 05:04:12 AM

    ...Maybe I will even be able to get a back massage out of the deal? Everything I got from the ER and read online does say massage really helps. Tina p.s. As for the bubble protecting you from ... Read More

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  IT Band

  
  

  • Posted On February 28, 2009 03:58:44 PM

    ...be helpful, and may be able to tailor a therapy plan for him. Read More

  • Posted On March 2, 2009 04:40:51 AM

    ...es your school have degrees in Physical Therapy? If so, talk to the students in those courses and ask them. Go to the school's gym/rec center. I'm sure they have someone that could help with exe... Read More

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  Tennis Elbow

  
  

  • Posted On July 16, 2008 01:16:02 PM

    ...oo and it's taken 1.5 years of physical therapy and a wonderful chiropractor to get me back to where I can do things like yoga and weight lifting. One of the things that helped loosen up some m... Read More

  • Posted On July 18, 2008 12:08:08 PM

    ...bow" stretches. (Google) Ice cubes/massage directly on skin often. Aleve, not advil. Watch how you grip/rest your arms on things. A normal keyboard position where you look at the back of y... Read More

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  okay

  ...oto Light Therapy, Microderm, Cellulite Massage, Body Wraps, Body Detox so now what the hell am I gona have em do to me????
  

  • Posted On October 3, 2008 08:35:55 AM

    cellulite massage?? what about the rest of me?? all my cellulite is in my thighs, and butt. I'd go for the body wrap Read More

  • Posted On October 3, 2008 09:33:26 AM

    ...uch they cost. Wonder what phot light therapy is?? Read More

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  new to the group

  ...hem all when they want it. I work as a massage therapist down by I-Drive resorts and have a private clientele as well north of that. This weight loss thing has proven tough, and I know I'm...
  

  • Posted On April 3, 2008 07:13:07 PM

    .... It's funny you mention that you're a massage therapist. I work as a sales manager but I am thinking of changing careers. I am considering nursing, massage therapy, or nutrition. They seem ... Read More

  • Posted On April 2, 2008 10:51:39 AM

    Welcome to the group! It's not very active but it is nice to know there are others in your area that are going thru the same thing. Again, welcome and good luck on the weight lose! Read More

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  I did it anyway, but probably not the smartest idea...

  I had an hour long massage therapy appointment today.  Sounds fun? IT'S NOT.  Take note of the "therapy" at the end of "massage".  Basically it is an hour long torture session of pul...
  

  • Posted On April 17, 2009 06:20:10 AM

    ...go Cayse.. I can remember those Massage Therapies. Glad to hear your almost done. Read More

  • Posted On April 17, 2009 02:58:46 PM

    Okay--I'm really slow today.  I read your post earlier today and then again now so I could post.  And I just realized what you meant by the female dog comment.  I'm sitting here sayi... Read More

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  Newbie :)

  Hello, I have been interested in starting to run for awhile, I am currently not in the best of shape and I get shin splints terribly when I run. Do you guys have any recomendations on keeping mysel...
  

  • Posted On January 28, 2009 09:47:16 PM

    ...hing more serious. In the mean time ice therapy works well. Basically get a dixie cup fill it half or three quarters full with water. free is. peel the cup down to expose the ice..and massage th... Read More

  • Posted On January 29, 2009 06:03:40 AM

    ... but in my expierence i have found that massage helps shin splints heal a lot faster. but again...go visit a dr. to make sure that there isnt something more serious going on... Read More

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  Back from the Physio

  ...een my runs. Basically we're doing some massage, ultrasound and EMS therapy for a couple of weeks. When I go back to running I just have to be careful to stretch, hyrdrate and rest enough. ...
  

  • Posted On October 7, 2009 05:47:08 PM

    Glad you went to PT and don't despair. A few weeks will go by fast and you should ask your PT if there are any exercises you can do at home in the meantime to help you heal faster. You could also a... Read More

  • Posted On October 7, 2009 08:28:48 PM

    Yay, glad to hear you went to the PT! You're in good hands. :) As far as exercise, could you power walk or something? Not sure if that would aggravate the muscle. I agree to check if there's anythi... Read More

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  awkwardness running

  so this is weird - when i run my left arm and shoulder go very tense - it's always done that. even when i'm performing (i'm a singer) my left shoulder and arm are tense. i've tried shaking it out ...
  

  • Posted On April 17, 2008 09:36:57 AM

    ... tension and let me relax. The massage therapist also showed me some stretching exercises and self-massage that I can do, and it sounds as though this might be helpful both for your running and... Read More

  • Posted On April 17, 2008 09:58:51 AM

    ...in college and just stuck with it). the massage sounds like a good idea - i've had them before but i've never had them focus on one specific area - next time i go, i'll do that. thanks Read More

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  yoga and elliptical

  ... properly and am getting ultrasound and massage therapy.  massage is not exactly pleasant, but if it fixes me then i'm all for it.   i'll be gone for the next couple days which are r...
  

  • Posted On January 30, 2009 06:41:37 AM

    ... lasting results quickly...keep at that therapy, its going to do you good! Read More

  • Posted On January 30, 2009 04:33:52 AM

    Good luck Michelle - I can't wait to hear how you do Sunday.  Also hoping you heal quickly!! Read More

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  Painful 1/2 Marathon

  ... right.  I am also going to see my massage therapist this afternoon to help rub out some of the pain.  What I've learned from this lesson is that I should be willing to take my own adv...
  

  • Posted On April 21, 2009 07:28:30 AM

    ...as yesterday afternoon - went to see my massage therapist.  ohlala, I feel so MUCH better.  I think everyone should have their own personal massage person.  Read More

  • Posted On April 21, 2009 07:18:44 PM

    ... tried to talk my wife into taking some massage therapy classes but she just rolled her eyes at me.  I've never gotten a massage, maybe I should. Anyway I know how little comfort this will... Read More

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