Movement: The Neglected Need (3)
By: J Emanuel Hodge MSAOM, HHP Integrative Medicine Physician Movement: The Neglected Need (3) Taking charge of your health is not a quick process, but if you do it, you will notice the benefits of it. Through consistency of proper breath and hydration, as explained in the previous articles, and applied to Movement with Integrative-therapies, […]
Massage Therapy and Depression
Massage Therapy and Depression By: Jessi Wiley 9/17/2019 What is depression? Depression is both a brain disorder and a state of mind. It is a common, serious illness that leads to a persistent sad, anxious or “empty mood.” Affecting almost 300 million people worldwide, it can happen to anyone, at any age, and to people […]
How Ayurveda Can Help Balance Your Health
Connect the mind, body, and spirit. Conventional medical practices aren’t for everyone — let’s face it. Fortunately, for those who would like to opt for alternative solutions, there are many holistic practices available in our budding world. Ayurveda constitutes as an alternative medicine practice with roots in ancient India. Considered one of the world’s oldest […]
What Is a Lymphatic Drainage Massage? [Info & Benefits]
A cleansing experience that promotes wellness and relaxation Although massage therapy is a familiar practice amongst most individuals, in particular, those interested in more holistic ways of living, the term lymphatic drainage massage may not seem as intuitive. This immensely cleansing form of massage therapy is commended for its plethora of voiced benefits which help […]
Hot Stone Therapy: Understanding This Massage Practice
A Quintessential Complement to a Relaxing Massage There are many known benefits of massage therapy, from improved circulation and reduced stress to stimulation of the lymphatic system and increased joint flexibility. Many medical resources encourage readers to get massages, including Mayo Clinic and WebMD, and the major reason why is because people seem to be […]
Massage Treatment for Arthritis – by Lailanee Person
Arthritis is the inflammation of one or more of your joints. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, 54.4 million adults in the United States have been diagnosed with some form of arthritis and is usually found in adults over the age of 65 but can still affect people of all ages including […]
Epigenetics, Meditation and Massage – by Norriah Mease
For one moment, close your eyes. Go into the dream space, allow yourself an opportunity to imagine. What does your perfect life look like? What does vibrant health feel like to you? Invite yourself a few moments to simply bask in this radiance pouring out from within. Now, I invite you to come back into […]
The Natural Healing Properties of Thalassotherapy for Veterans – by Alicia Leos
In 2011, I was spending my days on a hill in Khowst, Afghanistan. Thanks to the training, I was always ready, “To deploy, engage, and destroy, the enemies of the United States of America in close combat,” (The Soldier’s Creed of the United States Army). Whether I was inside or outside the Concertina wire that […]
The Effects of Complimentary Alternative Medicine for the Poor – by Lindsey R. Hyde
By definition, ‘accessible’ means being reached or is within reach, as well as the capability of being used, seen, understood, or appreciated. A few common examples of this applied in society include ramps for individuals that navigate the world in a wheelchair, iPhone’s VoiceOver screen reader for people that have a vision impairment or color […]
Optimize Your Life with Meditation and Mindfulness – When doing less is really doing more
Head filled with brain fog. Productivity slowing to a minimum no matter how hard you try. Difficulty grasping an actual breath of air. Mind overwhelmed with thoughts of a million to-do lists and endless plans for the future that may or may not even become possibilities. We’ve all been there. The mind likes to chat, […]