Katrina Carter, DPT, FNS, is a licensed travel physical therapist. She specializes in orthopedics and has a passion for providing education on nutrition for healing and overall health and wellness.
CLEVELAND — When I think of massages, I usually think of something you experience on a vacation or on a beach. But could it actually help with your wellness? According to Cleveland Clinic Licensed ...
What are the benefits of a hot stone massage? A hot stone massage is a type of thermal therapy. It’s done by applying hot stones to the body within the context of a therapeutic massage. Not only does ...
You may have heard about lymphatic drainage massages or come across videos of the massage technique on social media. While this technique was originally developed to treat lymphedema (swelling caused ...
Different types of massage therapy can have a positive effect on blood pressure. Swedish massage, aromatherapy, and hand and foot massage have proven benefits. Massage therapy is not a substitute for ...
Reflexology is a type of massage therapy that involves applying varying amounts of pressure to different parts of the feet, hands, and ears. The practice is purported to have a number of health ...
We all know how sore our bodies can be after a trip to the gym. Turns out, simple daily movements like smiling, frowning, and chewing can give your facial muscles a major workout too. So just like ...
Holistic therapy involves treating the “whole” person — mind, body, and spirit — rather than just a symptom or illness. This type of therapy can include traditional and nontraditional methods to ...
You've just given birth — congrats! — now it's time to take care of your new baby. Just don't forget about taking care of you, too. Your body has gone through many changes over your pregnancy and ...