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Reflexology

Posted in Eliminate Your Back Pain, Neck Pain & Headache Relief, Stress Relief & Relaxation Secrets on 11/11/2009 10:00 am by David

What is Reflexology?

Reflexology is a unique method of using the thumb and fingers to stimulate more that 7,200 nerve endings in each foot.  These nerve endings correspond to all parts of the body, including organs and glands.

Origins of Reflexology

Reflexology is no new age trend.  Dr. William Fitzgerald, in his book Zone Therapy, states that “a form of treatment by means of pressure points was known in India and China 5,000 years ago.”  There also appears to be evidence of reflexology being used in Egyptian art around 2330 BC.

What are the Benefits of Reflexology?

Reflexology can relieve stress and tension within the body.  It improves circulation and lymphatic flow, and works to unblock nerve impulse pathways.  These benefits all work toward helping the body to heal itself by restoring balance to the vital energies.

According to Shelly Hess, author of The Professional’s Reflexology Handbook, “Reflexology works to discover how the soft tissue organs and the entire skeletal system are functioning.  Through trained fingers, the Reflexologist can detect early warning signs that the body is struggling and can then help restore the internal system to better balance.”

 What Are Some Specific Conditions Where Reflexology Might Be Helpful?

-Headaches, including migraines
- Arthritis
- High blood pressure
- Backache and sciatica
- Stress
- Allergies and sinus problems
- Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
- Constipation
- Insomnia
- Pre-menstrual syndrome
- Menstrual cramps

Who Can Benefit from Reflexology?

People of all ages can benefit from reflexology treatments.  We all suffer from stress at one time or another, and aches and pains are a part of daily life.  Reflexology has a long history of promoting relaxation and healing. Reflexology can be a great treatment by itself or combined with another treatment. Schedule a Soothing a Soothing Foot Massage for 30 or 60 minutes today! 

 

 

Headaches - The Side Effect You Never Think About!

Posted in Neck Pain & Headache Relief on 08/12/2009 09:39 am by David

Headaches - The Side Effect You Never Think About! 

You’re probably already know what causes headaches - stress, poor diet, allergies, lack of sleep, etc, etc… 

And whether it’s the numbing pain of a sinus headache or the piercing throb of a migraine who hasn’t experienced the direct effects of a bad headache?   

Most obviously, a killer headache automatically diminishes your ability to enjoy whatever it is life has for you at the moment. You could be at your favorite restaurant face to face with a freshly baked plate of lasagna, or nestled into your cozy couch with your favorite Blockbuster rental, and a bad headache will still guarantee a miserable time. 

You could probably even think back to some special occasions, birthdays or holidays you haven’t been able to fully enjoy because of an ache in your noggin. How about at work? Have ever considered the toll a bad headache takes on your job performance? You can be sure once the pain comes, your productivity, concentration and the accuracy of your work goes right down the toilet. In fact, if you own your own business, you can pretty much bet a bad headache will cost you dollars. 

Lastly, though we hate to admit it, headaches don’t bring out the best in anyone, especially when around friends and family. When your head is pounding, it’s easy to be cranky, sluggish, irritable, and sometimes down right nasty to the people around you. Most of the time, they’ll put up with you if they know you’re in pain, but that doesn’t change the hurt feelings or arguments you may be causing. So, why talk about all these “non-physical” side effects you probably never thought about? 

Well unfortunately most people ignore the necessary steps to prevent new headaches and choose to just tough it out when they do come. But that doesn’t change the effect they’ll have on your work, your family, and your general enjoyment of life. Massage is one of the safest and most effective ways to naturally relieve your headaches and prevent new ones from coming. There’s no reason to sit back and wait to suffer from the next killer headache and ruin another perfectly good day. 

Remember, it’s not just about how your headaches affect you, but how they affect your friends and responsibilities as well. Be sure to schedule a visit with Touch of Asia and ask how you can rid yourself of those nasty side effects of headaches!

We can help! Call us at (703) 430-8660 or you can schedule your appointment online.

 

Welcome to Touch of Asia!

Posted in Share Your Thoughts on 03/07/2009 06:00 pm by David

Welcome to Our Blog!

Touch of Asia is proud to present our new Blog! We are very excited to offer our new and existing guests the opportunity to be a part of our weekly updates.

We will bring you the most up to date information about health, wellness and how you can take charge of your well-being to move towards a more relaxed, pain-free lifestyle.

We are looking forward to connecting with you through our Blog which will include health tips, news, events and special promotions.  Please be sure to register as our valued guest to receive the most current updates!

Thank you for your interest and for being a part of Touch of Asia!