Category: Flagstaff

PUBLISHED 6.17.16

Emotions Can Become Trapped in Our Body Tissue?

We all know how emotions impact our lives. Whether we feel sad, angry, frustrated, or anxious…feelings can affect our whole day, and worse yet, they can affect our health. Fortunately, massage therapists trained in CranioSacral Therapy can locate and release those emotions. Continue reading to find out more about CranioSacral Therapy, different methods for releasing emotions trapped in the body’s tissues, and SomatoEmotional Release (SER), an approach developed by John Upledger, DO, OMM; and Dr. Zvi Karni.

PUBLISHED 6.11.16

Massage Therapists on the Front Lines of the Battle Against Skin Cancer

Massage therapists cannot diagnose skin cancer, but they can serve to help detect issues early. Because massage therapists come in direct contact with the skin, and most people do not check their own skin for signs of cancer, therapists may be able to detect these signs early. If a massage therapist does notice something, a spot for example, they can then inform the client and suggest that the client follows up with a dermatologist. Early detection of skin cancer is the best precursor to more successful treatment.