Simple physical therapy tools can heal minor injuries, ease muscle tightness and prevent injuries. But what do you need and how do you use them? Here’s the 411 for athletes and weekend warriors. Consult with a health care professional before trying one of these tools to make sure you’re using the proper technique, and that […]
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Massage—the very word includes “ahhh.” Americans love the bliss and benefits of massage. Each year, we dole out nearly $12 billion on massage and related therapies, according to the National Center for Complimentary and Alternative Medicine. With Mother’s Day just around the corner—as well as yard work and spring cleaning—we thought it was a good […]
“Integrative medicine” is a term everyone’s buzzing about these days. Think of it as a mind/body approach to well-being that combines Western medicine with alternative treatments like massage, yoga and acupuncture. IM, as it’s often called, isn’t just for reformed hippies. According to the American Hospital Association, the percentage of U.S. hospitals that offer alternative […]
