Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork of Ashburn VA provides a variety of specialized services incl Hi, I'm Felicia Hayes.
I'm a Licensed Massage Therapist and Bodyworker. I've been practicing massage since 2002. I started Hayes Bodywork, LLC in 2012. I felt there was a need for a skilled manual therapist who specializes in using massage for pain management and recovery in Ashburn, VA.
Operating as usual
10/18/2022
I think innately we have always known this. This is one more way to reduce stress and improve mental health in our hectic lives.
1-hour walk through nature lowers stress, new research shows A new study found that a 60-minute walk in nature decreases activity in brain regions involved in stress processing. Brain activity in those regions remained stable after a 60-minute walk in an urban environment.
10/17/2022
Added a resource page to my website. The page highlights other practitioners I refer to in the area. https://buff.ly/3CVirje
10/14/2022
Worth a try. Maybe a good way to start the weekend mornings. Check them out in Ashburn.
Bilstad's Beignets from our kitchen to your table
01/03/2021
Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork updated their information in their About section.
09/09/2020
Putting in work before going to work! Wishing all educators, parents and students luck with the school year.
05/16/2020
The Myofascial Releaser Review 2020 This is my personal opinion of the Myofascial Releaser tool after 2 years of use. Myofascial Releaser Tool - https://amzn.to/2Z99ejH Camera Gear Canon M50 - ...
05/09/2020
The future of massage. This is just funny.
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04/29/2020
Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork updated their website address.
Due to Covid-19, Hayes Bodywork is Closed until June 10th, 2020.
04/05/2020
Stickon, Best Myofascial Tool Here is my favorite myofascial tool. I bust out this tool when I need a little extra help. I use it for lymphedema and myofascial work. It's fantastic for ei...
Foam Rolling Is Not Massage -
Foam Rolling Is Not Massage Ask anyone who foam rolls and gets massage if they are the same thing. I bet they’ll say no. The most obvious reason is one is performed by a person and the other well it’s a piece of foam (hard foam). And, they don’t feel the same. There simply is no replacement for the human…
How to tell if you dislocated a rib and how to put it back in place -
How to tell if you dislocated a rib and how to put it back in place Take a deep breath. Does it hurt? When you inhale does it feel like something around your shoulder blade is catching? Can’t take the full breath? If all of these are true then it’s highly likely you’ve either slightly or fully dislocated a rib. My most recent dislocated rib adventure I’ve do...
11/01/2019
How To End A Massage Session Early -
Hayes Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Blog A massage blog that clients and therapists can enjoy. Talking about down to earth massage topics.
10/24/2019
5 Ways To Get Over Your Fear Of Massage -
Hayes Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Blog A massage blog that clients and therapists can enjoy. Talking about down to earth massage topics.
08/20/2019
Organic Aromas Nebulizing Diffuser Review -
Hayes Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Blog A massage blog that clients and therapists can enjoy. Talking about down to earth massage topics.
06/04/2019
What is TMJ and how it affects you? -
Hayes Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Blog A massage blog that clients and therapists can enjoy. Talking about down to earth massage topics.
03/04/2019
What is Scar Tissue and How Does It Affect You? -
Hayes Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Blog A massage blog that clients and therapists can enjoy. Talking about down to earth massage topics.
03/01/2019
Few people get through life without experiencing some type of scarring. The good news is that the condition may not be permanent. There are a number of ways to minimize the appearance and presence of scar tissue. Here are some basics that you should know, including what treatment options are currently available. One or more of them may be ideal for you. [ 824 more words ]
https://www.hayesbodywork.com/scar-tissue/
What is Scar Tissue and How Does It Affect You? - Hayes Bodywork Scar tissue does not have to be something you live with the rest of your life. It can be successfully treated. Myofasical and Gua Sha massage can help.
01/10/2019
Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork updated their business hours.
12/06/2018
2 months ago I cut carbs from my diet and I've been seeing great results with keeping the weight off and increased energy levels. I decided to do this because i hate how carbs and sugar make me feel. Then weeks later, I came across this article in the Times. 'Tis the season where many people evaluate their weight-loss goals. This may be an article worth reading.
How a Low-Carb Diet Might Help You Maintain a Healthy Weight Adults who cut carbohydrates from their diets and replaced them with fat sharply increased their metabolisms.
12/05/2018
If you can find a nice warmer night to check this out, it's well worth the visit. Don't forget to stick around for the acrobatic shows you'll be amazed! Good for families and awesome photo ops. Thanks mom for taking me!
12/05/2018
Is a 60 minute massage enough time? -
Hayes Therapeutic Massage & Bodywork Blog A massage blog that clients and therapists can enjoy. Talking about down to earth massage topics.
12/04/2018
60, 90 or 12-Minute Massage Session? This is a question I get often. I'll answer this from a professional massage therapist's perspective. By that I mean, how much time I like spending on working on things. In the ideal world, I would love to have people come in and I work on them for an unspecified amount of time as doctors do. [ 620 more words ]
https://www.hayesbodywork.com/60-minute-massage-enough-time/
60 minute massage enough time? - Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork As a professional massage therapist, I believe choosing the appropriate amount of time really helps in achieving massage objectives.
11/15/2018
Here's a great article written by a fellow massage therapist about massage being a good option for postoperative care.
Massage Therapy and Postoperative Care The use of massage therapy has been shown to improve outcomes in post-op patients. One recent paper published in the journal PM&R, looked at the use of fascial manipulation following total hip arthroplasty. Another recent study published in The Journal of Knee Surgery looked at the effect th
11/14/2018
Impact of total knee replacement practice: cost effectiveness analysis of data from the Osteoarthritis Initiative. - PubMed - NCBI BMJ. 2017 Mar 28;356:j1131. doi: 10.1136/bmj.j1131.
11/13/2018
I don't accept nor bill health insurance companies. I do give insurance receipts that you can submit to your health insurance companies. Just ask for one after your session and I will email it to you.
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The reason health insurance won't cover massage - Hayes Bodywork Insurance companies make it difficult for massage therapists to file and get paid for claims. They are more willing to work with their customers directly.
11/12/2018
11/09/2018
How long will my hip or knee replacement last? - Harvard Health Blog Many factors affects how long a knee replacement or hip replacement will last. New data may help inform what a person can expect.
11/08/2018
Question: Can I pay with my FSA card? It has a Visa/MC symbol on it.
Answer: We can try. Some cards are accepted and others are not. Just depends how your insurance classifies massage therapy.
Massage Therapy: FSA Eligibility
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11/06/2018
Research Roundup: Massage Therapy for Surgical Pain | American Massage Therapy Association Massage therapy can help reduce pain intensity/severity and anxiety in post-operative patients.
11/05/2018
Massage, post-surgery = YES! - Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Look at forums on the topic, post-surgery recovery, and you’ll see people boasting about massage helping them recover faster.
11/03/2018
Myth: Massage while sick is beneficial People hate being sick and will do anything to feel better. Often times getting a massage comes to mind because their body feels achy and the thought of a massage just sounds relaxing to them. However, if you have a cold, flu, or other contagious viral or bacterial infection, your massage therapist may decline to work with you because to risk passing the infection to other clients or catching a cold themselves. [ 172 more words ]
https://www.hayesbodywork.com/massage-sick/
Don't get a massage while sick - Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork People hate being sick. Often times getting a massage comes to mind because their body feels achy and the thought of a massage just sounds pleasing to them.
I’ll Use My Own Oil, Thank You. -
I’ll Use My Own Oil, Thank You. Can I bring and have you use my own oil? Occasionally I’ll have a person come into my office requesting to use their own oil. The request is followed by an explanation. I listen to all explanations with an open mind. More specifically, I’m listening to figure out how I can help them solve their ...
10/30/2018
Here's why I decline to use my clients oils.
https://www.hayesbodywork.com/use-my-massage-oil/
I'll Use My Own Oil, Thank You. - Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork I go out of my way not to offend anyone with overpowering fragrances or oils that might contain ingredients that people are allergic to.
10/29/2018
I did a 5 day fast at the beginning of October (2018). It was great! Granted days 1, 2, & 3 were hard but by day 4, I was feeling awesome. I had a ton of energy. My brain fog had gone away. I didn't feel full or bloated. Things just fit better. I say try it! It'll be a good way to kickstart the crazy holiday season. https://buff.ly/2Rf1qFI
10/26/2018
FYI: Electronics Recycling Event this Saturday. It only happens once a year!
Loudoun County Electronics Recycling Event Scheduled Oct. 27 - The Loudoun Tribune The next Electronics Recycling Event sponsored by Loudoun County is scheduled from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 27, at 751 Miller Drive SE in Leesburg. Loudoun County residents can recycle televisions, computers, hard drives (on-site destruction available), computer monitors, servers, modem...
10/25/2018
In this article, the American Massage Therapy Association offers up America's most common surgeries and how massage can help.
Helping Patients After Surgery How massage therapy can help people recovering from surgical procedures, including abdominal surgery, hip replacement and heart surgery.
| Monday | 11am - 6pm |
| Tuesday | 11am - 6pm |
| Wednesday | 11am - 6pm |
| Thursday | 11am - 6pm |
| Friday | 11am - 6pm |
| Saturday | 9am - 4pm |
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