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How To Create A Diy

Christian — Sat, 11 Feb 2012 04:38:22 +0000

How to Create a Diy Hot Stone Massage

These are the things which you will need for your hot stone massage:

? 2 large flat oval stones
? 7 pairs of medium sized rocks which are easy to grip
? 8 tiny stones the size of chicken eggs

If you have a river near you it will be easy to collect these stones or you can buy them at a reasonable cost at a large garden center.

Use a Six Quart Crock-pot

Performance Health Announces Scientific Advisory

Christian — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 15:06:00 +0000

Akron, OH (PRWEB) February 10, 2012

The fifteen individuals appointed to the Thera-Band Academy?s 2012 Scientific Advisory Board, known as TRAC, exemplify diversity in both disciplines and cultures representing six countries and expertise in physical therapy, chiropractic, medicine, occupational therapy, athletic training and massage therapy.

Phil Page, PhD, PT, ATC, Director of Thera-Band Academy, said, ?I?m very proud of the distinguished group we?ve built with TRAC. This is our fourteenth year of collaborative research projects that help clinicians make evidence-informed decisions when using Thera-Band and Biofreeze products. It?s amazing to have such as diverse group make this one-year commitment to work together to contribute to this body of knowledge.?

2012 Scientific Advisory Board Members –

Lars L. Andersen, PhD, National Research Centre for the Working Environment, Copenhagen, Denmark
Ashish Babhulkar, MD, Deenanath Mangeshkar Hospital, Pune, India
David Behm, PhD, Memorial University of Newfoundland, St. Johns, Newfoundland, Canada
Barton N. Bishop, DPT, Sport & Spine Rehab / Sport & Spine Athletics, Rockville, MD, USA
Juan Carlos Colado, PhD, University of Valencia, Valencia, Spain
Todd S. Ellenbecker, DPT, Physiotherapy Associates, Scottsdale, AZ, USA
Jeff Forman, PhD, NCTMB, De Anza College, Cupertino, CA, USA
Jay Greenstein, DC, Sport & Spine Rehab / Sport & Spine Athletics, Fort Washington, MD, USA
Andre Labbe, PT, A&K Physical Therapy, New Orleans, LA, USA
Michael Rogers, PhD, Wichita State University, Wichita, KS, USA
Mary Sanders, PhD, University of Nevada School of Medicine, Reno, NV, USA
Robert Topp, PhD, RN, Marquette University, College of Nursing, Milwaukee, WI, USA
Pamela E. Toto, PhD, OTR/L, Occupational Therapy Consultant, Pittsburgh, PA, USA
Timothy Tyler, PT, MS, ATC, Pro Sports PT, Scarsdale, NY, USA
Leo Y.L. Wang, PT, MPH, PhDc, Dept. of Rehabilitation Medicine of First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Guangzhou, China

Dr. Page added, ?I believe our research gets better each year and this year is no exception. We?re going to have research presented on the mechanism and effectiveness of Biofreeze as well as clinical outcomes using Thera-Band products.?

The 2012 TRAC agenda includes:

EMG and biomechanical analysis of Thera-Band exercises
Effectiveness of therapeutic techniques using Thera-Band and Biofreeze products
Effectiveness of Biofreeze pain reliever on low back pain, neck/shoulder pain, muscle soreness
Outcomes of chronic disease exercise programs using Thera-Band products

?It has been a privilege to be a part of TRAC over the past 12 years,? stated Todd S. Ellenbecker, DPT, MS, SCS, OCS, CSCS, Clinic Director, Physiotherapy Associates Scottsdale Sports Clinic and Director of Sports Medicine ATP World Tour. ?The opportunity to meet and work with leading experts in the field of rehabilitation and exercise science has led to an enhanced understanding of resistive exercise worldwide. The ability to perform and share rehabilitative research with leaders internationally has been an exciting and wonderful experience. The Performance Health team has a unique desire to ensure that research and an evidence basis underlies their products. I am very happy to be part of the team and look forward to our continued success.?

Robert Topp, PhD, RN, Professor and Associate Dean for Research at Marquette University, College of Nursing added, ?I am a founding member of TRAC and I appreciate the collaborative opportunity it provides. My work with TRAC has resulted in numerous research projects involving interdisciplinary and international teams of researchers developing evidence-based clinical protocols that improve the health and functioning of individuals experiencing pain and or functional limitations. These research projects have resulted in a significant number of peer-reviewed manuscripts and presentations at national and international scientific meetings.?

The findings from these research projects will be presented at the 14th annual TRAC meeting being held July 23-25, 2012 in St. Johns, Newfoundland, Canada.

About the Academy

The Thera-Band Academy was formed to scientifically document the benefits of resistance exercise and pain relief, guide the company in its development of new product and exercise programs, and to promote therapeutic exercise and pain management through professional and consumer education. The Academy web site, Thera-BandAcademy.com, is a unique resource that connects healthcare professionals and consumers to the ever growing body of knowledge on exercise. Registration is free and provides access to the largest database of rehab exercises, protocols, research and education in the world.

About Performance Health

Featuring leading brands like Thera-Band, Biofreeze and the new Pedigenix? Foot Care System, Performance Health offers a broad portfolio of products for the therapy, rehabilitation, wellness, massage, podiatric and performance markets. In addition to market-leading products, Performance Health provides practice building support, evidence-based protocols, clinical and product education, turn-key dispensing and pain management solutions.

The Magic Touch, Volume 2

R to L (Japanese Style)The star of her high school’s Massage Research Society club, Chiaki Togu is otherwise a normal, quiet girl until she falls in love at first sight with a gorgeous back–a back that happens to belong to Yosuke, the hottest guy at her school! Unfortunately, Chiaki’s attraction to Yosuke is thwarted by her own insecurity and the scheming of other girls–especially her twin sister Saya!Chiaki and Yosuke are just beginning to heat up as a couple. But what will happen when Yosuke starts to feel jealous of Chiaki’s handsome massage mentor… or when Chiaki is abducted during a Massage Club trip? One thing’s for sure: this relationship is in for a rubdown that’s anything but smooth!

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Five Ways To Make Your

Christian — Fri, 10 Feb 2012 06:00:49 +0000

by Cam Pervan

Five Ways to Make Your Boyfriend Happy

1. Cook for Him

If you have cooking talent, then use it to your advantage.

Palm Springs Agua Serena Spa

Christian — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 14:46:31 +0000

Indian Wells, CA (PRWEB) February 09, 2012

Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa is pleased to name Karina Chung as Spa Director of Agua Serena Spa. Celebrating its 10th year, Agua Serena Spa commemorates this notable addition by also introducing an entirely new spa menu, created by Chung. Utilizing all areas of the 30,000 sq. ft. wellness facility, indigenous plants and local health and wellness products, the California desert native has created an entirely new streamlined menu highlighting the four components of a well-rounded Palm Springs spa journey: a calm mind, treatment experiences, movement and wellness.

After living all over the world, Chung felt it was time to come back to her hometown. Joining Agua Serena Spa at Hyatt Grand Champions on its 10-year anniversary, she saw this as an opportunity to celebrate the abundance of indigenous products with healing properties, local health and wellness businesses and a remarkable 30,000 sq. ft. wellness facility to essentially re-launch the spa.

?This is not your ordinary spa with just massages and facials,? said General Manager Allan Farwell. ?Karina has done a supreme job of reinventing Agua Serena to provide a spa experience that not only incorporates elements of the local area, but also targets what our guests want to achieve. We?re beyond thrilled to celebrate the introduction of this new spa menu and the addition of Karina on our 10-year anniversary.?

Chung has created a well-round spa experience, focusing on the four areas of a well-rounded spa journey, including: a calm mind, treatment experiences, movement and wellness. Highlights from the new Palm Springs spa menu include:

A Calm Mind ? The experienced staff at Agua Serena Spa will prepare guests for a memorable and personalized spa journey through a brief discussion regarding the treatment and tips for an optimal spa experience. Agua Serena Spa offers a full-service spa experience including a steam room, sauna, and fitness center at the guest?s disposal. A new ?Spa Bites? menu provides a healthy extension to any treatment and contributes to the spa?s mission to create an overall healthy lifestyle, featuring locally-sourced ingredients in a serene setting.

Treatment Experiences ? Agua Serena has partnered with Palm Desert-based The Body Deli, a pioneer for fresh, raw, organic skin and body care, to create an exclusive product line utilizing native plants found in the California desert: cactus and dates. Featuring local Nopal Cactus and Medjool Dates, this new product line only available at Agua Serena Spa includes a lotion, shampoo, conditioner and body wash. In addition, Chung has created a series of new spa treatments utilizing these new products, including a Cactus and Date Scrub, Cactus and Date Soak and Cactus Sun Repair Wrap. Also, new on the menu are treatments for children. As the resort attracts families from all over the world, Agua Serena offers a new line-up for ?Little Spa Goer? treatments that cater to the young and fabulous.

Movement ? A firm believer that physical fitness is essential to overall wellness, but also doesn?t take herself too seriously, Chung introduces new group movement journeys, including Scotch and Stretch and Vino & Vinyasa, both incorporating libations with stretching.

Wellness ? Agua Serena Spa has enlisted health expert Dr. Bruce Underwood to offer a variety of new wellness consultations, including a Nutritional Assessment, Lifestyle Assessment and Healthy Transformations, a comprehensive session of personal fitness, lifestyle and nutritional components for total wellness.

Hyatt Grand Champions also offers the award-winning the Medical and Skin Spa, located in Agua Serena Spa. Founded by Richard M. Foxx, MD, the Medical and Skin Spa has been providing its patients with the most effective no-downtime, non-invasive aesthetic and laser medicine treatments since 2003.

For more information regarding Agua Serena Spa or to make a reservation please call (760) 674.4100 or visit http://www.aguaserenaspa.com.

About Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa

Nestled among 45 acres of lush gardens, Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa is a newly renovated destination resort located in exclusive Indian Wells featuring warm hospitality, unmatched service and easy access to a myriad of activities. Offering a cool oasis in an iconic desert setting, Hyatt Grand Champions is a resort where guests can create their own relaxing, reinvigorating or rejuvenating retreat. The only resort in the Palm Springs area offering 43 private one- and two-bedroom villas with butler service, this 530-guestroom resort?s spacious modern design and warm Hyatt service seamlessly integrates relaxation, indulgence and endless outdoor activities against the natural beauty of the desert. Featuring the award-winning Agua Serena Spa and the Medical and Skin Spa, delectable dining options, seven pools, and more than 88,000 square feet of flexible function space, the resort offers both leisure and business travelers the quintessential Palm Springs experience. Hyatt Grand Champions Resort, Villas and Spa has received numerous notable awards, including the prestigious AAA Four Diamond Award for more than 20 consecutive years and was voted by Cond Nast Traveler readers as one of the ?Top 125 Golf Resorts in the U.S.? in 2011. For more information, visit http://www.hyattgrandchampions.com.

Back Massage By Wave Splashing

Christian — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 08:43:41 +0000

A few nice Back Massage images I found:

Back massage by wave splashing in! Pacific Ocean pool with kids and adults, South Mazatlan, Sinaloa, Mexico 9021

Image by Wonderlane

Back massage by wave splashing in! Pacific Ocean saltwater pool, South Mazatlan, Sinaloa, Mexico 9019

Image by Wonderlane

Ron and Mark

Image by Joel Boonstra
i’m told I give good back massages

This Is Romance With Kenny

Christian — Thu, 09 Feb 2012 01:10:26 +0000

This Is Romance with Kenny Loggins
Event on 2012-02-10 20:00:00
Music superstar Kenny Loggins joins Matt Catingub and the Glendale Pops Orchestra for an evening of music inspired by love in This is Romance

Hit maker and performer Kenny Loggins, backed by the Glendale Pops Orchestra, will perform favorites like 'Forever', 'Love Will Follow', 'This is It', 'Heart to Heart', 'Footloose' 'Danny’s Song.'

Matt and the orchestra’s lively and innovative take on romantic classics is the perfect backdrop for a memorial evening love and romance.

Glendale Arts wishes to thank the following for their generous support of the Glendale Pops Orchestra:

The Americana at Brand, Forest Lawn, Glendale Galleria, Lexus of
Glendale, Walt Disney Company, Glendale Adventist Medical Center,
Hutchinson & Bloodgood, Stone Beck Group / Smith Barney, Massage
Envy Spa, Pacific BMW, History for Hire, Addora Beall at Prudential,
Albert Alvarez at Ameriprise Financial, Bache Capital Management, Bill
and Susan Boyd, Community Bank, Datastream, Hull Homes Realty, De
Crescent & Rotter Music Contracting, Shirley Ann Hill, Stephen A.
Kanter MD, Sadd-Velazquez-Higashi-Shammaa, CPAs & Advisors, Simpson
& Associates, Zaven Kazazian, Kazazian Consulting Group, Tommy
Ewasko Photography, Pacific BMW, KJAZZ & K-Mozart

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Season Ticket Prices:

Orchestra: 0.00 / 9.00 / 5.00
Terrace: 5.00 / 6.50
Balcony: .50 / .00

Patrons purchasing Glendale Pops Orchestra 11/12 Season Subscriptions will also receive complimentary tickets (one ticket per subscription seat) to the Glendale Pops Orchestra's Free Concerts at The Americana At Brand Series, which will take place on 06/30/11 and on 09/22/11. Tickets for the Americana venue events entitle you to access to VIP seating on the green.

Additional Performances:
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Friday, December 9, 2011
**Friday, February 10, 2012
Friday, May 11, 2012

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at Alex Theatre
216 N Brand Boulevard
Glendale, United States

The Back Pain Show
Event on 2012-02-24 10:00:00
The Back Pain Show 2012: new dates, new ideas; better than ever!

Taking place on 24-25 February at London Olympia, The Back Pain Show 2012 is the UK’s only one-stop-shop for back pain suffers and the health professionals that treat them.

Bringing together new products, new top experts and the very latest techniques and innovations, this year is going to be the biggest and best edition ever.

What is at the show?
If you suffer from back pain, or care for someone that does, and you are looking for pain solutions, you will find:
• Shopping – try and buy innovative products, therapies and services
• Seminar Theatre – free-to-attend seminars lead by experts, speaking on everything from sciatica self help guides, to the latest surgical approach to back pain solutions
• Expert Consultations – health professionals and leading consultants will be on hand to give expert advice and help you find what you need
• Interactive Demonstrations & Classes in the Therapy & Exercise Zone – join in the FREE Pilates, Yoga, Alexander Technique classes, plus much more
• Treatments in the Relaxation Zone – enjoy FREE Indian Head Massages, Oxygen Therapy, KI Energy and more…

Furthermore, you can even attend the show for FREE. By visiting the URL below, you will be able to access free tickets for you, your friends, family and colleagues.

at Olympia London
Hammersmith Road
City of London, United Kingdom

Massage Therapy Success
How Massage Therapists Can Get More Clients & Keep Them Coming Back For The Rest Of Their Massage Careers
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Full Back Massage

Christian — Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:47:20 +0000

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Body Back Buddy

Christian — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 07:11:40 +0000

Body Back Buddy

Can be used effectively over the entire body to treat aches, pains, and sore muscles
Alleviates pain and stress due to fibromyalgia and other chronic muscle conditions
Apply pressure to trigger points, and along the spine
Deep, powerful and strong pressure, that you control
Comes with a free 12 page instruction booklet

This popular design reflects years of feedback from massage therapists, chiropractors, and physical therapists. With 11 therapy knobs, the Body Back Buddy stimulates in between muscles and pinpoints trigger points for a more finely-tuned treatment. Engineered to be lightweight, strong and easy to use. Combines the best of the Body Back Buddy features for those who want the ultimate self massage tool. Overall length is 25 . Comes with a free 12 page instruction booklet. Directions: Hook the Body

List Price: $ 39.95

Price: $ 34.95

Homedics VC-150 Back Revitalizer Heated Massage Cushion and Mat

Provides supreme comfort with quilted baffle box construction
Provides soothing relief for your back
Provides soothing infra red heat
Provides an invigorating massage
Portable for ease of use

Homedics VC-150 Back Revitalizer Heated Massage Cushion and Mat with massage and infra red heat. Black

List Price: $ 39.99

Price: $ 39.99

Therapeutic Back Massage May Lower

Christian — Tue, 07 Feb 2012 02:48:39 +0000

by theloushe

Therapeutic Back Massage May Lower the Blood Pressure of Hypertensive Persons in Charlotte NC

Article by Massage Envy Arboretum

Research has shown that therapeutic back massage may lower the blood pressure of hypertensive persons. Even other types of massage have been proven by studies to have beneficial effects in lowering blood pressure. People with hypertension could try therapeutic body massage services, including back massage therapy, foot massage therapy, reflexology massage therapy, Swedish massage therapy, deep tissue massage therapy and sports massage therapy from professional massage therapists in Charlotte NC.

A study done by Christine M. Olney, MSN, RN for the University of South Florida in Tampa, titled “The Effect of Therapeutic Back Massage in Hypertensive Persons: A Preliminary Study” was published in Biological Research For Nursing, Vol. 7, No. 2. According to the study, hypertension is one of the most prevalent diseases in the United States and it is also very dangerous since it can cause damage to vital organs. No single primary cause has been identified for hypertension but one of the main factors is long term or chronic stress response that goes unchecked. Since massage therapists have long maintained that massage therapy can decrease blood pressure and mitigate hypertension by producing the relaxation response in patients, the study tested the effects of applying regular back massage on patients who have clinically diagnosed hypertension.

The study covered 14 patients. Eight patients were in the massage group. They were given 10 sessions of 10 minute back massage done three times a week. Six patients were in the control group. They were given 10 sessions of 10 minute relaxation also done three times a week. By the end of the study, the systolic and diastolic blood pressure of patients in the massage group showed a significant decrease.

Another study of the Touch Research Institute in the University of Miami’s School of Medicine and the Nova Southeastern University in Florida, done in May 1999, showed similar findings. It involved a group of thirty adults with hypertension whose blood pressure levels were under control in the previous six months. The participants were divided randomly into two groups – a massage therapy group and a progressive relaxation group.

Patients in the massage therapy group were given massages for thirty minutes in the afternoon or early evening two times a week for five consecutive weeks. Patients in the progressive relaxation group were taught progressive muscle relaxation exercises thy could do by themselves and were instructed to perform these for thirty minutes in the afternoon or early evening two times a week for five consecutive weeks.

Assessments and evaluations on the patients were done before and after the treatment period. The State Anxiety Inventory (STAI) was used to measure their emotions. The Center for Epidemiological Studies Depression Scale (CES-D) questionnaire was used to rate any symptoms of depression. The Symptom Checklist-90-Revised (SCL-90-R) Self-report Symptom Inventory was used to check other symptoms of anxiety, depression and hostility. Saliva samples were taken to measure levels of cortisol, a stress hormone. Urine samples were taken to measure levels of cortisol and catecholamines which are biologically active amines that impact the cardiovascular and nervous systems. The patients’ blood pressures were also monitored.

By the end of the five week study, both the massage group patients and progressive relaxation patients showed lower levels of anxiety and depression. Only the patients in the massage group, however, showed lowered levels of sitting blood pressure, lowered levels of stress hormones in both urinary and salivary tests, and lowered scores in tests for anxiety, depression and hostility.

You can surprise your family and friends with hypertension with massage gift cards so that they could relax and enjoy various therapeutic body massage services, including back massage therapy, foot massage therapy, reflexology massage therapy, Swedish massage therapy, deep tissue massage therapy and sports massage therapy from professional massage therapists in Charlotte NC while lowering their blood pressure in the process.

Massage Envy ArboretumTorsten Schermer8020 Providence Road Suite 100Charlotte, NC 28277Phone: (704) 749-5000Fax: (704) 749-5005Email: clinic0168@massageenvy.comWebsite: www.massageenvy.com

Body Back Buddy

Christian — Mon, 06 Feb 2012 23:49:02 +0000

Body Back Buddy

Can be used effectively over the entire body to treat aches, pains, and sore muscles
Alleviates pain and stress due to fibromyalgia and other chronic muscle conditions
Apply pressure to trigger points, and along the spine
Deep, powerful and strong pressure, that you control
Comes with a free 12 page instruction booklet

List Price: $ 39.95

Price: $ 34.95

Homedics VC-150 Back Revitalizer Heated Massage Cushion and Mat

Provides supreme comfort with quilted baffle box construction
Provides soothing relief for your back
Provides soothing infra red heat
Provides an invigorating massage
Portable for ease of use

Homedics VC-150 Back Revitalizer Heated Massage Cushion and Mat with massage and infra red heat. Black

List Price: $ 39.99

Price: $ 39.99

Comfort Products 60-2910 Ten Motor Massage Cushion with Heat

10 motors massage neck, upper and mid-back, lumbar, thighs
Soothing heat treatment in lumbar area
Includes AC and DC adapters for use at home or on the road
Easy-to-use hand held controller let you choose massage zone, style, and intensity level
Adjustable straps

Great for the office, home, and automobile10 relaxing massage motorsEasy-to-use hand held controller let you choose massage zone, style, and intensity level Timer can be set at 10, 20, 30, 40, 50, or 60 minutesSoothing heat treatment in lumbar area AC adapter for home/office and DC for car useSimulated Black Suede3 Year limited warranty

By Comfort Products/FuelGreat for the office, home, and automobile, this large massage cushion has 10 motors that provide five different massage actions t

List Price: $ 93.99

Price: $ 47.97

The Back Rub Book

Teaches the fine art of giving and receiving great back rubs that offers a respite from life’s stresses and responsibilities. Hundreds of tailored backrubs to fit the mood and situation. Funky illustrations.

List Price: $ 14.00

Price: $ 5.39