Juvenile Arthritis: 5 things you probably didn’t know
Arthritis isn’t just one disorder. It’s a complicated set of musculoskeletal disorders made up from over 100 different diseases or conditions that destroy joints, bones, muscles, cartilage and other...
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House Bill 185 and the Future of Massage in Massachusetts
I know you appreciate massage. I’m confident you feel that massage is not a luxury, but part of your wellness plan, just like exercise and brushing your teeth. That’s why I want you to know about some...
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5 Tips for Active Aging
Everybody talks about active aging, but not everybody knows what it’s supposed to look like. Working to stay happy and healthy as we get older shouldn’t be a drag, something done to slow an inevitable...
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Hug (and massage!) Your Hound Day!
Did you know that September 14th is National Hug Your Hound Day? It is! And while I am all for a day dedicated to the greatness of dogs, the truth is these companion animals are so good to us, and...
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3 Ways to Improve Your Health and Happiness
It’s very, very easy to become over-scheduled nowadays. When life gets busy, it’s even more important to take care of yourself, so you can take care of everyone else, too. It’s not realistic to try to...
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Gratitude and Joy
In a world that sells dissatisfaction, it’s almost heretical to feel happy about your body. And on the rare occasion when body satisfaction is socially acceptable, it’s usually in the context of “Dang,...
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Massage and HIV
We’ve come such a long way since the early ‘80s, when AIDS crashed onto the scene, killing many and frightening more. There was so little known at that time. It was through the hard work and advocacy...
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5 tips for a happier holiday season
Happy holidays! Happy ‘getting stressed out, trying to do too many things and please everyone’ season. Oh, wait. That’s not promising. Maybe this is the year to mix it up a little and make the holidays...
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3 Things Massage Can Help You With Right Now
We know massage will make us move better and feel happier, but not everyone can make time for regular appointments. Luckily, massage is great preventive care and it can have some instantly-gratifying...
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Most people don’t know about massage
Really. Most people don’t know about massage. It feels weird to type those words, but it’s true. A 2014 survey reported that an average of 15 percent of adult Americans received at least one massage in...
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5 Ways to Celebrate National Women’s Health and Fitness Day
September 30th is National Women’s Health and Fitness Day. Hundreds of organizations countrywide will be hosting a variety of noncompetitive events covering everything from group walks to health...
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Should I cancel my massage if I’m sick?
Short answer: Yes. Long Answer: Yes, please. But there’s more. Massage is great. You know this. But it’s not always a great idea. As cold and flu season approaches again, it’s important that you know...
View Article5 Simple Ways to Honor Your Breasts (and Your Body)
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and while there may be some controversy around wearing pink, we are making this month about YOU, whether you have breast cancer or not. (Men, I’m looking at you...
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