Archive for the 'Bodywork' Category

Jun 28 2010

A Massage Therapist’s Guide for a Hyperextended Knee

If a client comes to a massage therapist with a hyperextended knee, there are a few things the therapist should be aware of in order to prevent injury or further instability. A hyperextended knee could be painful if left untreated – or, if treated incorrectly, could result in further injury. If left unattended, the hyperextension [...]

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Apr 14 2010

How Bodyworkers Can Identify a Pulled Hamstring

One of the common injuries seen in a massage therapist’s office is a pulled hamstring. It is often caused by activities such as running or jumping, or from participating in sports including tennis or volleyball. Located in the upper thigh, the hamstrings consist of a trio of muscles located in the posterior thigh, which originate [...]

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Apr 11 2010

Aiding Memory Bodywork and Beyond

Memory in human beings is a complex thing. Scientists explore and try to explain how it works, but the actual mechanism is somewhat elusive in nature. If our memory is functioning well, we may take it for granted, not thinking twice as to how it operates. It is when our memories fade, or fail, that [...]

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Apr 01 2010

Back Shu Points Can Escalate a Back Massage

The most enjoyable part of a massage for many people is when the massage therapist works on the back. The back muscles are the ones that seem to be the most reactive to stress, and having them massaged can feel nurturing and relaxing. Most massage therapists, in addition to the classic Swedish massage, also get [...]

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