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Massage Tips and Trivia: There are over 80 different modalities of massage therapy
There are over 80 different modalities of massage therapy. Some therapists specialize on specific ones, others use a blend of several...
Karen Stoner, LMT
Apr 14, 2022


What you need to give a baby a massage
Creating the proper environment for massage as well as having the right items on hand will help your baby’s massage go as easy as possible..
Karen Stoner, LMT
Apr 11, 2022


Massage Tips and Trivia: Massage while pregnant can help with both pregnancy and delivery
Receiving massage while pregnant can help a woman have a calmer, less painful pregnancy and may assist in an easier delivery.
Karen Stoner, LMT
Apr 7, 2022


Massage Tips and Trivia: Hands aren't the only thing that can be used to give a massage
Apart from the human hands, there are a number of items that can be used to give a massage - from fancy electronic devices, to items ...
Karen Stoner, LMT
Mar 31, 2022


Massage Tips and Trivia: Massage Therapy can lower blood pressure and cortisol
Massage Therapy can lower blood pressure and cortisol (the stress hormone)
Karen Stoner, LMT
Mar 24, 2022


Massage Tools You Probably Already Own
Massage tools are handy, but you may already have tools that can help laying around your house...
Karen Stoner, LMT
Mar 22, 2022


Massage Tips and Trivia: Massage Therapists work on "clients", not "patients"
In massage, the person being worked on is usually referred to as a 'client' rather than a 'patient' because a massage therapist can not...
Karen Stoner, LMT
Mar 17, 2022


What products should be used for an infant massage?
There is some debate about the best kind of product to allow hands to slide nicely while doing an infant massage. Some argue that ...
Karen Stoner, LMT
Mar 14, 2022


Massage Tips and Trivia: Massage can help mood & Sleep
"Massage can help improve your mood and help you sleep better"
Karen Stoner, LMT
Mar 10, 2022


Breathing for relaxation
Stress is all around us - but breathing can help - and it something we do all the time. Use your breath to help relieve stress.
Karen Stoner, LMT
Mar 8, 2022


Massage Tips and Trivia: Massage vs. Doctors
Massage has many medical benefits, but should never be used in place of medical advice from a doctor.
Karen Stoner, LMT
Mar 3, 2022


About My Aches: Plantar Fasciitis
Plantar Fasciitis: What is it? What does it feel like? What Causes it? Can Massage Help? What can I do on my own?
Karen Stoner, LMT
Mar 2, 2022


Massage Tips and Trivia: Luxury or For your health?
"Massage is often marketed as a luxury or a special treat, but it is actually beneficial to your basic health and wellbeing." Most ads...
Karen Stoner, LMT
Feb 24, 2022


What is a Hot Stone Massage?
Hot Stone Massage - what exactly is it and what is the point? About this unique massage modality...
Karen Stoner, LMT
Feb 22, 2022


Prenatal Problems: Morning Sickness & Hyperemesis Gravidarum
Morning Sickness & Hyperemesis Gravidarum: What is it? What can I do on my own? Can Massage Help?
Karen Stoner, LMT
Feb 21, 2022


Massage Tips and Trivia: Massage and the Olympics
"Athletes in the first Olympic Games received massages before and after each event. In the modern Olympics, massage wasn't introduced ...
Karen Stoner, LMT
Feb 17, 2022


Mini Massage Lesson: Wrist Stretches
Your wrists go through a lot, and they let you know it! Fortunately some simple stretches can keep them calm and happy.
Karen Stoner, LMT
Feb 16, 2022


My baby won’t lie still for a massage - they don’t like it.
How can I get my baby to lie still for massage? Try some of these tips.
Karen Stoner, LMT
Feb 14, 2022


Massage Tips and Trivia: Massage Positioning
You don't have to only lay on your back or face down on a table to receive a massage. Massage can be performed laying on your side or even..
Karen Stoner, LMT
Feb 10, 2022


Aren’t all massages the same? The benefits of massage specialization.
We all know that there are many benefits of massage and it can do different things for different people. Not everyone ...
Karen Stoner, LMT
Feb 8, 2022


Pregnancy and Massage: 2nd Trimester
Some info about the second trimester of pregnancy and how massage can help.
Karen Stoner, LMT
Feb 7, 2022


Massage Tips and Trivia: Drink Water
Did You Know? Massage Tips & Trivia #2
Karen Stoner, LMT
Feb 3, 2022


About My Aches: Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
Carpal Tunnel Syndrome - What is it? What Does it feel like? What causes it? Learn some basics about this common condition.
Karen Stoner, LMT
Feb 2, 2022


Massage Tips and Trivia: Touch is the First Sense
Did You Know these tips and trivia about massage?
Karen Stoner, LMT
Jan 27, 2022
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