by Bill and Susan Jacques — Are you looking for a specialized form of hands-on manual treatment to reclaim postural balance, stretch out tight muscles, and facilitate the healing of many acute and chronic pain conditions? These conditions may include, but are not limited to, fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue syndrome, TMJ, neck and back pain; adhesions […]
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Myofascial release helps hyperactivity
March 1, 2012
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by Maria Troia – A recent article in The New York Times reported that hyperactivity in children is caused by a “particular portion of the body being too active.” Hyperactive behavior may present in a child who is constantly active, talks excessively, fidgets, is easily distracted, has difficulty concentrating or following directions, and behaves aggressively. […]
Healing low back pain after trauma
February 27, 2012
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by Maria Troia — It would be logical to think that low back pain should be addressed by focusing on the back muscles. However, particularly in the cases of women who have had caesarean sections and hysterectomies, it is vital to treat the front of the body to release the scar tissue causing the low […]
Treating fibromyalgia with Myofascial Release
February 26, 2012
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by Maria Troia — Those who are faced with the diagnosis of fibromyalgia often find themselves confused as to what the diagnosis really means and what has caused it. Modern medicine offers little in the way of an explanation beyond a faulty immune system or inflammation. Patients are almost always handed prescriptions, which often cause […]
Learn self breast massage for breast health
February 25, 2012
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by Maria G. Troia — The human female breast is a collection of glandular and adipose tissue connected by a network of connective tissue, also known as fascia. While monthly self breast exams are important to maintaining breast health, also important (but not discussed as often), is regular self breast care. Why do self breast […]
Are you experiencing the effects of PTSD?
February 24, 2012
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by Maria Troia — You need not have directly experienced a traumatic event in order to exhibit signs of post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). However, it is more common for those who have suffered PTSD in the past to develop the condition more easily after hearing disturbing news, such as 9/11 and the January shootings in […]
Sinus relief in the desert
February 23, 2012
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by Maria G. Troia — Living in the dry heat of the Arizona desert can be a serious challenge for your sinuses. While most people are apt to seek over-the-counter medications or supplements for their sinus pain and pressure, addressing the connective tissue surrounding the sinuses is an important consideration for those suffering from sinusitis. […]
November 27, 2012
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