Be Well Bodyworks is planning on re-opening Monday, June 1, 2020 and we are committed to providing a safe space for clients to come in and receive services, and also a safe space for our staff and practitioners to provide these services. For us to continue providing massage therapy to clients in the midst of COVID-19, we must drastically change
During the busy summer months we often find ourselves with subtle tension creeping into our neck and settling into our shoulders. Some days we feel like we are carrying added weight. Busy summer schedules filled with our favorite activities, family BBQ’s and various lessons for the kids can add to our enjoyment but also to our stress levels. There is
Determining the right fit for you Are you looking for a massage therapist? Not just anyone, but one who is right for you and your needs? Finding the right massage therapist for your health needs will make a big difference in your healing and recovery. Here are some useful tips to help you find the right massage therapist: Define Your
Explore the benefits of prenatal massage Pregnancy can be exciting and intimidating at the same time.You’re excited about the life growing inside you and you want to do everything possible to make sure your baby is healthy inside the womb and when they’re finally born. Doctor’s visits chart their growth and the doctor monitors your health closely. You’re well taken care of
Easing pain with massage therapy Technology has done some amazing things for humanity, but it has also unintentionally set us up for chronic pain by encouraging us to live a sedentary lifestyle. Some studies show that sitting for long periods of time has a direct link to chronic back pain, leg pain, anxiety and many other ailments. According
Exercise and massage have one important element in common: they both get your body in motion. And as a general rule, more motion means improved health. Much of the media coverage on exercise seems to focus on looking better and losing weight. These are great goals, but apparently not good enough to inspire most people to exercise often. More important
Neck and shoulder problems are among the most common complaints presented for massage therapists to address. It’s really no surprise when you look at this area of your body. The most obvious condition we all tend to experience is stress—that carrying “the weight of the world” on our shoulders. This tension we assign to our neck and shoulders may be
Heat from stones can enhance the benefits of massage therapy No one needs an excuse to get a massage. A massage is such a relaxing treat that a lot of people enjoy the benefits of massage on a regular basis. However, massage can also be used therapeutically to alleviate muscle soreness and provide relief from persistent aches and pains.
Five ways to take better care of yourself every day Despite the fact that we know more today about health than ever before, we are not necessarily healthier. In fact, in some ways, we are less healthy. The structure of contemporary life makes maintaining great health hard work. Some aspects of contemporary life make staying healthy more challenging, but
Many health conditions can be treated with massage as a form of complementary medicine In addition to helping people feel fantastic, massage is known to have many therapeutic benefits. You may want to consider massage as a specialized form of health care if you suffer from chronic pain or other conditions. According to the National Institute of Health
