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5 of the Best Massage Techniques used for lower Back Pain

April 27th, 2019 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink

One of the most common issues I hear about is lower back pain. Luckily, there are numerous massage techniques that can help relieve it.  Here are just 5.

1. Swedish Massage

Swedish massage is a barebones, no frills massage that involves long strokes and some tapping More...


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CBD Infused Massage Therapy: Should You Try It?

April 24th, 2019 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink

 

 

The hottest buzz in the spa world is the benefits of CBD infused products and massages. CBD is Non-Psychoactive and Anti-inflammatory. Massage creams and oils infused with CBD, are inherently therapeutic for the mind and the body. Massage therapist and patients alike can reap these soul soothing benefits of an infused massage More...


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Does Your Pet Have Allergies?

April 20th, 2019 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink

Does your pet have allergies?  Yes, just like people, pets can suffer from allergies. There are three main types of allergies that can affect cats and dogs: food allergies, allergies to flea bites, and environmental allergies.

If your pet seems especially itchy, you may wonder whether (s)he’s suffering from allergies. There are additional signs to watch for, but scratching is the most common More...


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What is the difference between Deep Tissue and Deep Swedish?

April 20th, 2019 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink

Deep Tissue massage differs from Swedish in that Deep Tissue Massage is specific, anatomically accurate, addresses trigger points, Myofascial restrictions and muscle restrictions, while Swedish massage primarily works by increasing blood flow and retraining the nervous system, and is more general in nature More...


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How to Spot & Treat Dental Pain in Pets

April 19th, 2019 • Posted by Terry Lawvor Miller • Permalink

 

 

As a pet owner, the safety and well-being of your pet is a huge priority. Sadly, our pets can’t tell us when they’re suffering from a toothache or any other type of oral issue. Untreated oral pain in pets can result in more severe health problems such as infections, loss of teeth, and other issues More...


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