Archive for the Alternative Medicine Category

08.23.2010

What causes bruising after a therapeutic massage?

Samantha asked: I am wondering if anyone can tell me what exactly causes bruising after a good therapeutic massage. I’ve tried to Google the answer, but I can’t seem to find any real explanation.
I do know that for some people it is a “normal” after affect. I am wondering WHAT exactly is the [...]

08.16.2010

Can some massage techniques or philosophies help people suffering from psychological disorders?

Laurent S asked: I’d love to talk with those who investigated this question. Do you think that shiatsu, craniosacral (or other massage technique, theory or philosophy, and if so which ones - including those implying energy work) can significantly help and treat depressed people, or people with psychological issues in general? Thks +++

08.6.2010

what should I be looking for in a good massage therapy school?

stardustsprite14 asked: I’m going to go to school to become a massage therapist, but I’m not sure what I should be looking for to find a good school. I know hours, but what kinds of classes would a good massage school have and things like that.

07.23.2010

How do you find a Adult massage place?

Jellybean asked: How do you find a Adult massage place? What do i look clues do i look for in the ad? Iam 21 year old.

06.14.2010

Do you think getting a massage is important?

Lady-bug asked: I am a massage therapist and i know how significant the benefit of massage is, but some people won’t seem to get it.

05.22.2010

How to give more pressure with a therapeutic massage?

Crystal asked: If there are any massage therapists out there can you tell me the trick to giving deeper massages? I want to help people, but I can’t fix this. What’s the trick?

03.19.2010

How can I find out who is the best shoulder massage therapist in NH or MA?

MRJS asked: I need some shoulder work done and I want a massage therapist who understands the shoulder muscles, how they’re attached, the origins, the insertions, and how they move.
I want the best.
Thank you.

03.14.2010

Does a massage benefit you in your everyday quality of life?

susan asked: What are your personal beliefs about massage therapy and would you spend time and money for it and why.

03.7.2010

What would you look for in a massage therapist?

amoebastar asked: I am beginning training to be a certified massage therapist. What would YOU look for in an excellent bodywork practitioner? What things would you like? What things would you dislike? (Serious replies only, please. We’re talking a profession and not a back alley massage.) Thanks!

03.2.2010

How to prepare to give a massage?

|anonymous| asked: Tonight I’m planning a romantic little surprise for my boyfriend. I want to give him a massage and I’ve researched how to go about doing so but I was wondering if theirs anything I need to do in preparation for myself, like to assure my hands don’t cramp up or something of that [...]