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By Maureen Miranda
 As medicine becomes more advanced, some ancient forms of healing continue to stay with us. Massage therapy is a well proven technique to eliminate back pain.
What is Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy is a word used to denote bodywork techniques that promote relaxation and healing. Massage therapy was used by ancient peoples some 3,000 years ago. The first recorded massage therapy session was 3,000 years ago in China. Due to the well documented benefits of massage therapy, it is still in use today. Massage is no longer considered "quack" therapy, and is gaining in popularity by the day.
Massage refers to rubbing the body. It may include specific areas, such as the back, or the entire body.
The basic techniques employed in massage therapy include:
Rubbing of muscles, soft tissues, and joints
Manipulation of joints, muscles, and soft tissues
Touch therapies, re-patterning, and movement of body structures
Stroking
Kneading
Tapping/light thumping
Compression
Vibration
Applying pressure
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Wednesday, 12 December 2007 |
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By Rachel Lukasavige
 If you are anything like me, you always pack an appropriate meal and/or snack before you step foot on a plane. Okay, I realize that most people probably dont do this. Some eat before hand and others buy food in the airport or on the plane. Unfortunately, eating away from home leaves you with few healthy choices. This is why I want to share a website that is designed to help you make the best food choices just in time for your holiday travel!
Charles Stuart Platkin, JD, MPH, has been writing the nationally syndicated column Diet Detective for quite some time. His annual Food Survey with Health Ratings gives you insight into the best and worst choices in airline food and is updated on an ongoing basis as the airlines change what they offer.
Check out his website to read his comments, ratings, and calories for foods listed by airline. He will also tell you what the best bets are with detailed explanations of what is healthy about the snack or |
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