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Sunday, January 11, 2015

Massage in Natick

Happy New Year! Well, it's January and for many of us it's time to make changes in our lives for better health. And who hasn't heard that one way to better health is through exercise? So, we resolve to walk more (get those steps in!) run more, get on the bike, do yoga, dance, or lift our way to better health. And that's all fine and good. But what if it starts to hurt to do your choice of activity? What if it leaves you aching or limping, or without the ability to turn your head or reach your arm behind you to put on your coat? Many people stop the activity, stop all activity that might trigger the pain. In fact, all your good, positive attempts for better health and fitness are derailed before you've really started and you might as well sit down and eat those left-over holiday sweets!

Well, I have a suggestion. 
Before you get discouraged and give up...
Before you plop back down on the couch and eat that left over cookie... 
Before you throw all your good intentions for a healthful 2015 right out the window...

... ready for it? 

 Seek out a Massage Therapist!

Did you know in Natick, where I work, at least 51 of the residents are licensed massage therapists?  And I personally know of at least 30 Massage Therapists that work in Natick. I am certain there are many more as well, as there are many establishments that have more than one therapist working.

That is a lot of caring, compassionate people with the certification and license, knowledge and desire to help you deal with aches and pain, stress and anxiety, right here in this one town! And that doesn't include the many more working in all the neighboring towns. 


Research has been shown that massage can help you let go of stress and anxiety, and for those who are beginning or increasing their fitness activity, it can support you in healing injuries and reducing aches and pain. People also receive massage to contribute to better sleep, to learn to relax or to just feel pampered! (which I think is therapeutic actually.)

Many people, 44% according to a survey conducted by AMTA in 2011, first come to get massage to deal with an injury or health issue.  Most of the clients I have, and I would think this true for others, get massage to help prevent injury and other issues that then may require medications and surgery.  I have clients who prefer to receive massage weekly. What they tell me is that regular massage allows them to function in the way they must to continue to do their jobs, to continue to think clearly and be productive. They also benefit from becoming more aware of their bodies, how they use their bodies both in good ways and in dysfunctional ways. They learn to stop doing things that result in injury and pain. Their bodies feel what it is like to be in balance and know how to achieve that more quickly.

There are many faces of massage. Every MT (Massage Therapist) has their own style, their own way of working. I don't know one massage therapist who has not received continuing education and continually work to fine tune their skills and increase their knowledge of the body. Many expand on the basic Swedish Massage and deep tissue massage by learning and becoming certified in new modalities or bodywork.  When searching for a MT, you will find many options available including: myofascial release, trigger point therapy, neuromuscular therapy, shiatsu, thai massage, hot stone and cupping. The varieties are endless! Some MT's combine degrees or certification in fitness or movement therapy into their massage practice, others may be certified in energy work or aromatherapy. Some offer 2 hour massages and others may offer short 15-30 minute sessions. Chair massage is another very effective and quick option offered by many MT's.
chair massage

core stones





So, have you ever had a massage? Have you thought about it but just haven't gotten around to it yet? Take a look at my website http://www.mybodyworksnatick.com for more information about the  bodywork I offer, or you could call 508 397-4184 to ask questions or make an appointment!

If you are either not in the Natick area or are interested in what other options are available, read on here and go here as a start to looking for a Massage Therapist near you. Better yet, ask around, ask your massage loving friends. They generally love the work of their therapist and will give you a recommendation. There are many Massage Therapists around, and we all do massage differently.  There is bound to be someone who you will click with, will support you in your goals and help you continue your good intentions for a healthy future.







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