Pregnancy is a wonderful thing but it also can come with its fair share of discomforts. One way to ease those pains is through massage. Prenatal massage is similar to regular massage therapy. However, a prenatal treatment focuses primarily on relaxing tense muscles, easing sore spots, improving circulation and mobility, and relieving mental and physical fatigue. As such, prenatal massage… Read more »
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The History of Massage Therapy
As long as there’s been civilization, there’s been massage therapy. Massage therapy has thought to be practiced for around 5000 years, as it is referenced in Ayurvedic, Chinese, Greek and Roman texts. One famous person who has been recorded to have had massage therapy is Julius Caesar, known for his neuralgia.
7 Things Doctors Don’t Tell New Moms
Vancouver Naturopath Article of the Week: 7 Things Doctors Don’t Tell New Moms. Dr. Krista Moyer, a Naturopathic Doctor practicing with us at Broadway Wellness, recently posted this great article by Dr. Julie Durnan, ND: “7 Things Doctors Don’t Tell New Moms.” If you or a friend / family member has recently had a baby,… Read more »
Treatment for Bladder Incontinence: Fascial Release
Vancouver Massage Therapy Article of the Week: Treatment for Bladder Incontinence: Fascial Release. Bladder incontinence (involuntary loss of urine when sneezing, coughing, or laughing) is something that as many as one in every four women suffer from, some would say this is an epidemic. Many women feel this is a natural part of aging or… Read more »
Massage for Expectant Mothers
Prenatal massage is much more than an opportunity to get off your feet. While this is a welcomed opportunity for most expectant mothers, here are some therapeutic advantages to seeking out massage therapy.