20 Massage Tips for (the rest of) 2020 #13
Many people have those "always tight" spots. It could be the neck and shoulders where you typically hold stress, or an old knee injury...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Nov 12, 2020
20 Massage Tips for (the rest of) 2020 #12
Massage can be a tricky business. On one hand, it can be viewed as a luxury, a service that is provided to make you feel good...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Nov 3, 2020
20 Tips for (the rest of) 2020 #11
One of the biggest reasons why people don't return to a particular therapist is because the massage wasn't the pressure the client needed...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Nov 2, 2020
The Basics of Aromatherapy
Do certain smells remind you of things? Aromatherapy uses different scents and smells to create a change in the body by...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Oct 28, 2020
20 Massage Tips for (the rest of) 2020 #10
Your therapist wants to make sure your massage gives you both relaxation, and help with your problem areas. Despite the perspective of...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Oct 22, 2020
20 Massage Tips For (the rest of) 2020 #9
I have seen the following scenario play out many times: Client:"My [shoulder, neck, random other body part] hurts. It's been like that for..
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Oct 13, 2020
20 Massage Tips for (the rest of) 2020 #8
Many people never want their massage to end, but just because it is over, doesn't mean you have to immediately hop up and run. After...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Oct 12, 2020
When Should I NOT Get A Massage?
There are hundreds of articles, web pages, and experts who will tell you all the benefits of massage therapy and how often ...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Oct 7, 2020
20 Massage Tips for (the rest of) 2020 #7
Imagine the scene: You have had a long stressful day. You finally ...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Oct 1, 2020
20 Massage Tips for (the rest of) 2020 #6
How often do we have the best intentions to do something, but then days, weeks, months later you realize - "Wait, I had wanted to do that...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Sep 25, 2020
20 Tips for (the rest of) 2020 #5
Even though massage has lots of great benefits, there are a few times when it isn't a great idea. When you are sick...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Sep 16, 2020
20 Massage Tips For (the rest of) 2020 #4
Yes, it's true. I have had many people apologize for not shaving their legs or asking me not to work on their feet because...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Sep 10, 2020
20 Massage Tips For (the rest of) 2020 #3
Your massage therapist has likely told you to drink water after your massage. But have you ever wondered why they tell you this?
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Sep 1, 2020
20 Massage Tips For (the rest of) 2020 #2
Nothing like trying to relax when you're stressed out about running late. Plan to be at your massage appointment about 5 minutes early so...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Aug 31, 2020
Safety Stuff for COVID Times
Everything around us is a little different right now. Here in Pennsylvania, Massage Therapy has also been impacted by COVID-19...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Aug 26, 2020
20 Tips for (the rest of) 2020 #1
Communication is key between therapist and client. Your massage should never hurt but should also feel like something is happening...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- May 26, 2020
Be Smart About Being Educated
Our health and well-being is one area where we are usually look for and research information, and there is no shortage of sources to ...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Apr 23, 2020
Stuff I'm studying in Quarantine. Part 1: Acupressure Taping
Since I have been mandated by the government to shut down my practice due to the COVID-19 virus, while I'm stuck at home, I realized...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Oct 2, 2019
Find Your "Away"
Ok, I'll admit it: I love going to the grocery store. Yes, people are cringing at the thought of this chore. It can be frustrating to...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Sep 19, 2019
Massage Tips: How To Make A Hot Towel
A hot towel is a fast and easy way to get some moist heat relief for pain. Learn how to make one and how it can help your pain.
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Sep 4, 2019
How Long Should My Massage Be?
One of the first things people notice when they are scheduling a massage is that unless they are looking for a very specialized service,...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Jun 26, 2019
Giving Up Or Giving In? Who's Happiness Is Most Important?
Several posts ago, I wrote about the window in my massage room. I had taken down the blinds to put a window film on because I hated the...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Apr 10, 2019
How Often Should I Get A Massage?
We all know that massage is good for us. It benefits both our mental health by relieving stress and giving us a sense of calm, as well as...
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Karen Stoner, LMT
- Mar 25, 2019
You Can't Massage A Pregnant Woman's Feet - Myth Or Fact?
I was recently watching an evening tv drama in which a character and his pregnant wife were in a class and the instructor said, "Time for...
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