March 6, 2022
TMJ or Temporomandibular joint pain can be painful and debilitating, this is more common than most people realise. Symptoms Limited movement of the jaw Jaw tenderness Difficulty opening the jaw (locking of the jaw) Pain in both sides of the jaw or just one side, this can spread to the face and neck. Muscles of...
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January 30, 2022
Surfcoast massage not only has a diploma in remedial massage but has extended knowledge in the feet and the following benefits are just some of the reasons not to neglect your feet. Foot massage has been practiced in many cultures for centuries as a way to promote health and well being. Promotes sleep Improves blood...
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November 28, 2021
Studies have shown that massage is effective in treating a range of symptoms related to a variety of conditions. Massage may be used to treat or prevent a range of physical and psychological conditions. Massage is perhaps one of the oldest healing traditions. Many ancient people including the Greeks, Egyptians, Chinese and Indians were convinced...
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October 31, 2021
There is plenty of research showing that inflammation can increase during menopause due to declining estrogen. Estrogen is anti-inflammatory, so it makes sense that as it decreases, inflammation increases. This change can occur during any stage of menopause. The primary female hormone, estrogen protects joints and reduces inflammation, but when estrogen levels drop during menopause,...
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September 22, 2021
Tendonitis is a condition where the connective tissue between your muscles and bones (tendons) become inflamed, often caused by repetitive activities tendonitis can be painful. Tendonitis is a fairly common problem according to the Bureau of Labor statistics, tendonitis causes more than 70,000 people to miss work per year. It is important to understand its...
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August 25, 2021
Craniosacral therapists see the cranial system of plates, sutures and membranes in the skull as having mobility, the capacity to breathe. Head injuries and concussion can adversely this mobility and affect the free flow and stable pressure of cerebrospinal fluid and blood flow. The gentle manipulations can restore plate, suture and membrane mobility and promote...
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July 24, 2021
The majority of your lymphatic system surrounds your gut, your gut health and the health of the intestinal villi is essential for lymph flow, detoxification and immunity. The intestinal lymphatics also play a key role in delivering absorbed dietary fats to the liver for processing. When the intestines become inflamed or irritated from chemical additives...
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February 14, 2021
Symptoms of Ross River Virus Rash appearing on the trunk and limbs Lymph nodes enlarged especially in the groin and armpits Fatigue and lethargy Muscle aches and pains Headaches Fever Lymphatic Massage benefits: Improves lymph circulation Calms the nervous system Encourages the immune system Removes toxins from the tissue Reduces inflammation Restores the lymph system...
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November 1, 2020
During pregnancy hormones change and influence the elasticity of the ligaments, the pelvic ligaments are stretched around the 20th week of pregnancy and in some cases the ligaments can be stretched beyond the usual degree, this can lead to instability of the pelvic girdle which can affect the birth. Pain is usually felt low down...
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