Joy Snipes Integrative Bodywork and Massage Therapy

01/13/2024

“The study aims to evaluate the efficacy of [Manual Lymphatic Drainage] in reducing knee edema, pain, and improving range of motion (ROM) in patients after…

01/08/2024

Lymphedema is a serious health issue that many patients live with, yet it is often misunderstood. Dr. Gregory Piazza Presents at NATF’s 2017 Thrombosis Summit “Lymphedema is a disorder that unfortunately many providers don’t have a lot of experience taking care of,” said Dr. Gregory Piazza, ...

01/02/2024

Sabine Foster-Garn, PT, DO, CVMP investigated osteopathic treatment (including Visceral Manipulation, Neural Manipulation & CranioSacral Therapy) with prolonged symptoms in post-COVID-19 patients. This article provides an overview of the results and the assessment. Read more: http://ow.ly/2Ln850OqUPz or Barralinstitute.com Searchable Article Database tab

08/20/2023

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In this video, I demonstrate how to perform Self Lymphatic Drainage Massage if you have Lymphoedema as a side effect of Breast Cancer treatment. Lymphoedema ...

08/04/2023

According to a statement from the Concussion Alliance, “Craniosacral Therapy (CST) [is] … one of the most effective treatments that we’ve found for persistent post-concussion symptoms.”

This MASSAGE Mag article agrees CST is "the missing piece" in the evaluation and treatment approach for symptoms related to traumatic brain injury and post-concussion syndrome. Read about the supporting evidence and insights provided in this article: http://bit.ly/38y7h1g or Upledger.com Searchable Article Database

07/28/2023

Good article on chronic depletion.

The Idea Crucible is a web-based magazine supporting the emergence of the next generation of practices for the body, mind, and spirit.

07/12/2023

Have you had surgery involving your lymphatic system? Even if you don't have swelling, you are at risk of developing it. Here is an article from the American Cancer Society with very good information for individuals who are at risk for
https://www.cancer.org/treatment/treatments-and-side-effects/physical-side-effects/lymphedema/for-people-at-risk-of-lymphedema.html

07/12/2023

This is an excellent article on Craniosacral Therapy.

CranioSacral Therapy is a light-touch approach that has a direct impact on the overall nervous system. The nervous system registers and sends signals when the body is in dysfunction, causing the pe…

06/24/2023

How often do you have clients that ask for help with anxiety?

This article chronicles the very first CranioSacral Therapy (CST) experience of a long-time anxiety sufferer and how undergoing CST treatment allowed her to approach events that triggered anxiety with a much healthier mindset.

Read the full article to gain more perspective on how CST can have a positive effect on your patients'/clients' anxiety levels, here: http://bit.ly/2up51vj or Upledger.com Searchable Article database

03/11/2023

02/26/2023

As manual therapists, we know the depth in which we can communicate with the body is a true reflection of the healing powers our hands are capable of giving to our clients/patients.

To learn or share more about CST, visit our website. http://bit.ly/2XDJlc5 or Upledger.com Therapies Tab.

01/16/2023

Although craniosacral therapy is among the gentlest of modalities, anecdotal evidence of its effectiveness abounds, and a growing body of scientific research supports its efficacy. MASSAGE Magazine…

01/16/2023

CST an effective modality for headaches, head injuries and post concussion syndrome. Informative article:
https://www.massagemag.com/craniosacral-therapy-to-address-post-concussion-syndrome-125160/

12/31/2022

Happy New Year! 🥂

12/27/2022

All cosmetic surgeries will produce swelling as a normal healing response. In surgeries such as liposuction, BBL, tummy tucks, breast augmentation or reduction, mastectomy, face lifts, the result is traumatic to the soft tissue. As a result, fluid retention, swelling and fluid pockets around incision sites can occur. The volume of fluid post-surgery varies based on the level of trauma upon the body and the lymphatic system. Manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) is an essential element for an enhanced recovery and to help prevent the formation of fibrotic tissue.

12/25/2022

Many research articles showing the importance of the lymphatic system in the brain.


https://neurosciencenews.com/brain-fluid-drainage-22110/

12/25/2022

Study on the effectiveness and safety of Manual Lymph Drainage (MLD) for patients with breast cancer treatment related (BCRL). MLD is safe and may offer additional benefit to compression bandaging for swelling reduction.

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12/07/2022

I ❤️ working with the fascial system!!

From the Life 360 Health and Wellness Summit 2018by Dana Sterling Founder of Sterling Structural TherapyTo learn more click https://sterlingstructuraltherapy...

12/05/2022

Over 5 million Americans are diagnosed with Alzheimer’s disease and the majority of them are 65 years and older. Alzheimer’s is the most typical type of dementia that negatively impacts a person’s cognitive and behavioral processes. Symptoms can be spotted as early as 40-50 years old and it is...

12/05/2022

Here is a recent study about the positive effects of Manual Lymphatic Drainage.

https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/abs/pii/S1360859221000693?fbclid=IwAR2KZtvjC6_bd6sgZY9wW644G75DL291FG7lptSpr_ukHnEKGhlblnN9Aa8&mibextid=Zxz2cZ

10/27/2022

Last April I went outside my comfort zone and enrolled in a 500 hour massage therapy program. It turned out to be one of the best decisions I’ve made! It wasn’t easy to kick start this dusty brain of mine to learn all the anatomy and techniques, but I loved every minute. I have learned from many fabulous teachers and shared this journey with the greatest of classmates! The journey continues…. 😄!
Thank you to Georgia and Jean for all your guidance and patience!

06/22/2022

Wise advise from Anita Moorjani 💖

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04/15/2022

💙 Sometimes we need a reminder!!

02/27/2022

01/07/2022

I will be offering sessions all day this Saturday in Sacramento. Please feel free to message me for an appointment.

12/12/2021

Interesting article.

The lightest touch can make the biggest difference

11/29/2021

I will also be offering session in my Davis office. Feel free to email me if you have any questions.

11/14/2021

I am now offering Craniosacral Therapy sessions.

CranioSacral Therapy (CST) is often referred to as a simple approach to profound work that will help you to normalize the craniosacral system and allow the body to self-correct to restore function within the body's systems.

Discover CranioSacral Therapy: http://bit.ly/2XDJlc5 or Upledger.com