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Grinding or clenching your teeth

April 28, 2023 Craniosacral is very effective in the jaw, it helps release the jaw, tension and pain that is associated with clenching or grinding. Causes Stress Anxiety Alcohol which can intensify the grinding or clenching Sleep apnea Foods and drink that contain caffeine consumed before going to bed Treatment Craniosacral can not only reduce and rectify the...
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Sports Massage

March 25, 2023 Sports massage is geared towards athletes of all levels elite or amateur preparing their bodies for peak performance, it can be done pre event, during training or to help post event. Benefits of sports massage: Techniques to eliminate pain, spasms, cramps, prevent spreading of edemas and bruises. Treatment protocols for acute and repetitive strain injuries....
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Benefits of lymphatic massage to help with constipation

February 19, 2023 Massage is an amazing tool to help move fluid, blood, oxygen and lymph fluid through the body. Massage in the stomach can help and assist with the movement of waste through the intestines and colon. Water helps to move the waste through the stomach so it is important to drink lots of water before and...
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Ice versus heat

January 6, 2023 Ice Treatment Ice treatment is most commonly used for acute injuries, if you have had an injury within the last 48 hrs where swelling appears you should use ice. Ice packs can help minimise swelling around the injury, reduce bleeding into the tissues and reduce muscle spasm and pain. Applying an ice pack early and...
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Lymphatic Drainage to treat Ross River Virus

November 21, 2022 Ross river virus occurs throughout most parts of Australia. Epidemics occur from time to time and is caused by an alpha virus spread by mosquitoes, conditions that encourage mosquito breeding are heavy rainfall, floods and temperature. It can cause joint inflammation and pain, fatigue and muscle aches. It can also cause enlargement of the lymph...
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5 Ways to reduce burnout

October 30, 2022 Surfcoast massage deals with people who are stressed with work, family and life, here are some ways to take time out for yourself and enjoy Christmas as it aproaches. Take time out for yourself that could be a bath, a walk, dinner out or meditate. Take breaks for lunch and make sure you get up...
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Headaches and the studies carried out in Australia

September 28, 2022 Headaches not only impact your ability to function mentally but health wise it takes a toll, days off work and unable to produce the volume of work you would normally. 4.9 million people in Australia experience migraines, 71% of migraine sufferers are women and 86% are of working age 7.6% of migraine sufferers experience chronic...
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5 reasons to have pregnancy massage

August 18, 2022 As women move through the 3 trimesters of pregnancy the pelvis needs to open to prepare for birth. It is important to have regular treatment during this time so that the pelvis can open with the growth of the baby. When the pelvis, lower back and glutes are released it helps the body cope so...
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How sports massage helps athletes in training and competition

July 31, 2022 Some athletes use massage as part of their mental preparation as it can help reduce anxiety. Massage after an event helps an athlete to recover from physical exertion by helping muscles relax, reducing swelling and increasing blood flow and movement of the lymphatic fluids. Sports massage also helps athletes to recover for their next session...
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Mental health and the benefits of massage

June 18, 2022 Medical research have found massage therapy can provide benefits to those who experience mental health issues such as depression and anxiety. Experts have shown certain massage therapy can be a great help to psychotherapy for treating certain conditions. Depression and anxiety are two of the most common mental health issues we face today.  The Miami...
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