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Prostate massage reduces cancer risk

8/10/2013 - While one in six men in the U.S. is diagnosed with prostate cancer, studies show that prostate massage helps to reduce the risks. In addition, men who have tried it show an increase in libido, sexual performance and satisfaction. Prostate massage is also helpful in treating prostatitis (inflammation...

Naturally slow aging, increase mental awareness and eliminate impurities with Ayurvedic massage

7/18/2013 - Giving yourself a daily self-massage with aromatherapy massage oils is a deeply healing and deeply enjoyable practice that activates the body's inner pharmacy and slows the aging process. This ancient holistic tradition from India is known as Abhyanga or Ayurvedic massage. Ayurvedic massage enhances...

Lymphatic drainage massage: Take your health into your own hands

12/1/2012 - The lymphatic system is a vital bodily defense against infection and disease. Lymphatic drainage massage is one of the best things you can do to help your body help itself. Here, we'll look at what the lymphatic system does and how targeted massage can keep you healthy. The lymphatic systemThe human...

Massage outperforms meds for low back pain, study finds

7/25/2011 - Is it conceivable that massage can provide more effective relief from low back pain than medication? A new study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine suggests this therapy might indeed alleviate back pain better in the short term than traditional interventions of medicine, bed rest or exercise:...

Relieve aches and pains with essential oils

7/15/2011 - There are many essential oils extracted from plants, trees and flowers that contain powerful anti-inflammatory, analgesic and detoxifying properties. These can bring pain relief to the muscle spasms and inflammation which result from sports injuries. Joint and muscle pain and menstrual pains can also...

Massage heals the tissues of the body

4/9/2011 - Brush aside any thoughts that massage is only a luxury splurge that has no real health benefits. To the contrary, hands-on healing helps you unwind, lowers blood pressure, promotes muscle relaxation and boosts your immune system. During a massage session, massage therapists use their hands and fingers...

Massage therapy has many benefits

3/18/2011 - Ancient Western and Eastern civilizations dating back as far as 3000 years discovered that massage and touch therapy have many health benefits. From being rendered a disreputable form of indulgence, massage is now seen as a holistic method of healing, which is practiced all over the world today. Benefits...

A simple massage could keep you from getting sick

9/11/2010 - Massages are a great way to release tension and stress and promote relaxation. But a new study published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine has revealed for the first time that massages also provide a measurable, therapeutic benefit to the immune system as well. Dr. Mark Rapaport...

Scalp Massages Relax and Stimulate

9/6/2010 - In many cultures, head massage has been practiced for hundreds of years as a therapy to reduce stress and tension. Massaging the scalp can relieve migraine headache pain and even encourage hair growth by stimulating blood supply to the scalp. It rejuvenates the spirits, improves mental alertness and...

Discover the Therapeutic Benefits of Massage

8/20/2010 - The health and wellness benefits that massage offers are more abundant than once thought. Emerging research points to a growing list of advantages that range far wider than simple anxiety, tension, and pain relief. One of the most interesting benefits uncovered is a possible link to improved immunity....

Foot Reflexology Massage Relieves Stress and Back Pain

12/4/2009 - Reflexology is the exerting of pressure on targeted areas of the feet (or hands) using the acupressure points found on a reflexology foot chart. The art is said to have originated in the lands of China, Egypt and India and has its basis in the belief that reflex points on the soles of the feet correspond...

Massage Brings More than Just Relaxation

10/16/2009 - The tremendous benefits of regular massage are irreplaceable to the human body. Massage is a variety of sometimes ancient techniques that manipulate the soft tissues of the body. It can definitely relax you, but there are some benefits of massage that go far beyond relaxation. Pain and anxiety are...

A Review of Recent Research Touting the Benefits of Therapeutic Massage

6/9/2008 - The myriad health benefits of massage therapy are being validated by a number of fascinating scientific research studies. In the past, massage has been associated largely with exclusive, exotic, luxury spas and upscale health clubs. With more affordable opportunities -- along with increasing support...

Health freedom action alert: FDA attempting to regulate supplements, herbs and juices as "drugs"

4/11/2007 - When it comes to health freedom, this is the FDA's end game. A new FDA "guidance" document, published on the FDA's website, reveals plans to reclassify virtually all vitamins, supplements, herbs and even vegetable juices as FDA-regulated drugs. Massage oils and massage rocks will be classified as "medical...

Parents urged to massage babies to promote sleep quality, stress reduction

11/9/2006 - Parents of newborns can help their children sleep through the night and cry less by giving them a gentle massage, according to new research from Warwick Medical School and the Institute of Education at the University of Warwick. The researchers, led by Dr. Angela Underdown, examined nine previous...

Acupuncture Reduces Chronic Neck Pain; Massage Benefits Still Unclear (press release)

10/11/2006 - Acupuncture offers relief from chronic neck pain, while there is little reliable evidence on the effectiveness of massage, according to two new systematic reviews. Acupuncture does not “cure” neck pain, and relief appears to last only a few weeks or months. Patients may thus need periodic booster...

Massage for childbirth prep may reduce episiotomy rate (press release)

8/31/2006 - Low-tech, at-home preparation in the last month before childbirth could help pregnant mothers avoid one of the more common surgeries performed on women in the United States, a new review suggests. The review looked at studies in which women used a massage technique...

More workers get massage and yoga on company time (press release)

8/4/2006 - One U.S. West Coast marketing agency encourages employees to stop work and duck out for massages, while at one New York hedge fund, workers break during the day for yoga classes. More companies are offering employees the on-site pleasures of massage and yoga, not just to make their staff happy but...

What conventional medicine won't dare tell you about gall bladder removal surgery

5/22/2005 - A reader asks, "After having gall bladder surgery three weeks ago, I am having a lot of discomfort, bloating, nausea, and in general, not feeling well. My doctor says it will pass, but it seems to be getting worse. I am a 65-year-old woman. Do you have any advice?" The first piece of advice I have...

Massage therapy, healing touch are good medicine for the treatment and prevention of chronic disease

7/28/2004 - As more and more people are discovering, massage therapy and healing touch therapies are proving to be extremely good medicine for treating those with chronic diseases such as cancer, osteoporosis, depression, and even circulatory disorders. There are several good reasons for this, such as the fact...

Massage therapy is good medicine, not merely relaxation

5/25/2004 10:15:25 AM - If doctors knew the true causes of health and healing, they'd be prescribing massage therapy to most of their patients rather than prescription drugs. Massage therapy is good medicine, and it's a far more potent healing therapy than most people realize. In fact, I believe that every person,...

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