Why Massage Therapists Ask You to Undress
Massage Therapists usually say "disrobe to your comfort level" but what does that mean, and why?
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Sep 10
Why "deep" massage isn't always better
Massage has to be painfully deep to be effective - right? Not so fast...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Aug 27
Massage and your mood, stress, and relaxation
We know massage can help you relax, but how exactly? This is what massage does to the stuff that makes you calm.
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Aug 13
How Massage Therapy Supports Healthy Aging
Massage Therapy is not just for the young. See how it can help with the older stage of life.
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Jul 16
Stuff I'm studying: Deluxe Cold Stone Face Massage Treatment
A facial with honey, cupping, plus warm and cold stone face massage - I learned a lot in one class!
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Jun 18
Massage Therapy and Workplace Wellness
Did you know massage can help you at work?
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Karen Stoner, LMT
May 21
Should I book a massage with a solo therapist or a spa?
Ready to schedule a massage but don't know if you should choose a solo therapist or a big spa? Here are some things to narrow it down.
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Apr 23
What's the difference between Massage Therapists, Physical Therapists, and Doctors?
If you are hurting, you want to see a specialist to stop your pain. But should you see a Massage Therapist, Physical Therapist, or Doctor?
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Mar 26
How can massage therapy help low back pain?
We know massage can help low back pain, but how exactly?
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Feb 27
What do I need to know before my first massage? (Part 2: The Don'ts)
What do you need to know before your first massage? Here are some things to avoid.
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Feb 13
What do I need to know before my first massage? (Part 1: The Dos)
Getting a massage shouldn't be intimidating. Here is a walk through of what you can expect in a typical session.
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Jan 16
Massage and Restless Leg Syndrome
Can Massage Therapy Help Restless Leg Syndrome?
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Nov 21, 2023
Popular aromatherapy scents and their benefits
A look at some more popular aromatherapy scents and their benefits
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Nov 7, 2023
How do I know what kind of massage I need?
There are lots of different types of massage out there. So which one do you need, and do you have to tell the therapist what you pick?
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Oct 10, 2023
What is a chair massage, and who can get one?
You've heard of a chair massage, but do you know what it is? Here's some info.
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Sep 26, 2023
Isn’t Reflexology Just A Foot Massage?
Reflexology vs foot massage - what's the difference?
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Sep 12, 2023
Why can't you fix me with one massage?
Massage is great, but for true long-lasting results, it may take more than one massage to work. Why? Find out.
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Karen Stoner, LMT
Aug 29, 2023
Who Should Receive a Swedish Massage?
You've heard of Swedish Massage, so who should get it?