4 Hidden Benefits of Massage Therapy

Regardless of what you hope to get out of your massage, the truth is that you are probably getting much more. Here are four benefits of massage therapy that you may not be aware of.

Timing is Everything: Get the Most Out of Your Neck Massages

A new study shows that certain “doses” of massage therapy work better on neck pain. Karen Sherman, senior scientific investigator at Group Health Research Institute in Seattle, say that 60-minute sessions, two to three times per week, seem to reap the best rewards.

5 Things You Should Know Before Getting A Massage

Maybe you’ve received over a thousand massages in your lifetime; maybe you’re currently looking into getting your first. Whichever of these two categories you fit into, or even if you’re somewhere in the middle, these five tips are worth knowing.

Massage Benefits for Seniors and Those With Arthritis

The most simple definition of arthritis is “inflammation of a joint or joints,” but those suffering from the condition know that living with arthritis is not at all simple. In the United States alone, tens of millions of people, including infants, children, teens, and adults, deal with the pain and discomfort of arthritis every single day. Studies show that there is a higher rate of arthritis among white Americans, but symptoms tend to be worse for minorities such as Hispanics, Asians, and African-Americans. Massage therapy can help ease pain and discomfort for those who prefer holistic healing methods. Read on to find out more.