Employers find that massage breaks are a cost-effective way to boost productivity and offer employees relief from stress. You’ve been hearing a lot from employees lately that they’re feeling stressed out and stretched thin. Managers in several departments note that morale is down, tension is up, and people are struggling to keep the smile in their voices when they talk to customers. And maybe the HR department is a bit stressed out, too. What can you do? Employee surveys or workload and staffing re-evaluations may come to mind, and those are good long-term approaches. But for a quicker solution, have you considered massage breaks?
On April 23, 2010, In Techniques, health, information and advice on relaxation, massage, By Relaxation Tunes
On March 17, 2010, In Techniques, information and advice on relaxation, massage, time management, By Relaxation Tunes
People go to a spa or a clinic or any place where massage is offered so they can have time to relax and flush out the stress and toxins that ail their bodies. As a receiver of the massage, a person will get his or her money’s worth if he or she focuses on the massage being given and enjoy it to its fullest.
To make the massage a truly worthwhile experience, here are some tips to bear in mind.
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GOOD MASSAGE is a potent tonic for mind and body. It can help relieve tension, stress and strain; temporarily aid blood circulation; make joints more supple, and act as a natural tranquilizer to induce pleasurable sedation. Medically, when performed by a physician or physical therapist, it can ease the pain of backaches, arthritis, bursitis, whiplash, sciatica and migraines. Massage, as a passive form of exercise, is also a valuable substitute for those who are incapable of activity.
Yet massage does not build muscle strength, burn up calories or break up fat cells. Unlike physical exercise, the effects are shortlived. And some people should not be massaged: those with infections, malignancies, blood clots, redness or contusions, impaired sensation, phlebitis or skin disease. In addition, skin that is thin due to injury or burn should not be massaged.
But if one can afford a massage -an hour usually ranges in price from $25 to $50 and up – it can play a useful role in a health program. Aside from the heightened sense of well-being it arouses, it relaxes muscles in preparation for physical activity – the reason massage is often used by athletes. After a vigorous workout, it may also help relieve muscle tightness and, with the temporary increase in blood circulation, aid the body in removing wastes – such as lactic acid – generated by physical exercise.
On March 8, 2010, In Techniques, information and advice on relaxation, By Relaxation Tunes
We all sometimes look to the quick fixes of mass produced medication / tablets to ease our stress or stress related problems. These methods are quick and easy but at what cost to our long term health? For this reason, more and more people are now turning to natural medicines that have been around for centuries.
Lavender oil is used as an antiseptic, to soothe minor cuts and burns, to calm and relax, for insomnia and to soothe headaches and migraines. Is it any wonder that Lavender is a popular natural remedy for stress and an aid to relaxation?
- Anti-Stress – Calming and soothing effects help counteract stress hormones
- Antidepressant – Lavender is a well-documented antidepressant essential oil.
- Refreshing and Uplifting – Can help balance mood swings and PMS symptoms
- Insomnia – A mild sedative effect for restless or anxious nights
You can can buy Lavender dried or as an oil, for example. For help sleeping, try a lavender pillow or room spray. Lavender oil is used in creams and combined with other essential oils in aromatherapy to help with various problems like insect bites or depression.
Text from Blog: Relaxation Sanctuary
We would like to acknowledge that music is another natural way to relax and to relief stress. Music can have a substantial effect on your mood and body. Like
On January 6, 2010, In Techniques, information and advice on relaxation, By Relaxation Tunes
We are launching a discussion here to see what you do when you can not sleep. Do you count from 0 to 1000, read a book, watch TV, go for a walk with your dog? Let us know.
On December 28, 2009, In Techniques, information and advice on relaxation, massage, By Relaxation Tunes
Environment: A few recommendations for creating a quality massage environment
- Provide soft lighting , Candles when the setting is appropriate
- Temperature is important, not too hot or too cold, warmer is better
- Massage surface, firm but soothing – preferably covered in non stain linen
- Assure privacy and eliminate sources of interpretations.
- Wear loose, comfortable clothing.
- Make sure you have clean hands and short nails and remove jewelery
- If you have long hair its is best to tie it or clip it up.
- Music – soothing and soft
Aim to complete a full-body massage in one to one-and-a-quarter hours.If you continue for much longer than this you risk tiring yourself, and your partner or client may start feeling chilly and uncomfortable.
Written by Massagers 101
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