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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 - ...

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The future of massage. This is just funny.
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[04/29/20]   Due to Covid-19, Hayes Bodywork is Closed until June 10th, 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 -

us15.campaign-archive.com 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 -

us15.campaign-archive.com 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...

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How To End A Massage Session Early -

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5 Ways To Get Over Your Fear Of Massage -

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What is TMJ and how it affects you? -

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What is Scar Tissue and How Does It Affect You? -

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What is Scar Tissue and How Does It Affect You? - Hayes Bodywork

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/

hayesbodywork.com 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.

How a Low-Carb Diet Might Help You Maintain a Healthy Weight

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.

nytimes.com Adults who cut carbohydrates from their diets and replaced them with fat sharply increased their metabolisms.

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!

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Is a 60 minute massage enough time? -

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60 minute massage enough time? - Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork

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/

hayesbodywork.com As a professional massage therapist, I believe choosing the appropriate amount of time really helps in achieving massage objectives.

Massage Therapy and Postoperative Care

Here's a great article written by a fellow massage therapist about massage being a good option for postoperative care.

rmtedu.com 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

Impact of total knee replacement practice: cost effectiveness analysis of data from the Osteoarthritis Initiative. - PubMed - NCBI

ncbi.nlm.nih.gov BMJ. 2017 Mar 28;356:j1131. doi: 10.1136/bmj.j1131.

The reason health insurance won't cover massage - Hayes Bodywork

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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hayesbodywork.com 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.

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How long will my hip or knee replacement last? - Harvard Health Blog

health.harvard.edu Many factors affects how long a knee replacement or hip replacement will last. New data may help inform what a person can expect.

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[11/07/18]   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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Research Roundup: Massage Therapy for Surgical Pain | American Massage Therapy Association

amtamassage.org Massage therapy can help reduce pain intensity/severity and anxiety in post-operative patients.

Massage, post-surgery = YES! - Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork

hayesbodywork.com Look at forums on the topic, post-surgery recovery, and you’ll see people boasting about massage helping them recover faster.

Don't get a massage while sick - Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork

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/

hayesbodywork.com 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. -

eepurl.com 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 ...

I'll Use My Own Oil, Thank You. - Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork

Here's why I decline to use my clients oils.
https://www.hayesbodywork.com/use-my-massage-oil/

hayesbodywork.com I go out of my way not to offend anyone with overpowering fragrances or oils that might contain ingredients that people are allergic to.

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

Loudoun County Electronics Recycling Event Scheduled Oct. 27 - The Loudoun Tribune

FYI: Electronics Recycling Event this Saturday. It only happens once a year!

loudountribune.com 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...

Helping Patients After Surgery

In this article, the American Massage Therapy Association offers up America's most common surgeries and how massage can help.

amtamassage.org How massage therapy can help people recovering from surgical procedures, including abdominal surgery, hip replacement and heart surgery.

[10/24/18]   Every year about this time, I get a number of questions around recovering after surgery because so many people like to have their surgeries either at the end of the year to use their insurance if they have met their deductibles or at the beginning of the year to meet their deductibles early. And, they usually like to add massage into their recovery plans either soon after surgery or physical therapy. So, I will be sharing food for thought around this whole surgery-recovery business.

Should You Have Knee Replacement Surgery?

How old is too young to get replacement surgery? Just one more thing to consider before committing to replacement surgeries at a younger age.

nytimes.com Some experts question whether the surgery is being done too often or too soon on patients who have not adequately explored less invasive approaches.

Murder mystery dinner anyone? Check this out tomorrow night in Ashburn.