It is quite common for massage therapists to incorporate mint oil into their treatment, whether during or to close. But what does mint oil do? And why are essential oils effective? Let’s explore this topic further.
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May 3, 2017
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There seems to be much confusion about the differences between a strain and a sprain. Both have to do with soft tissues, which makes it easy to see how they can sometimes get mixed up. Properly identifying what (and how severe) the injury is will ultimately set yourself up for success when rehabilitating that injury. While improperly doing so can be detrimental to both your short- and long-term health.
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April 26, 2017
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There are quite a few misconceptions on what makes pain a migraine versus a headache. Neither are what a sane person would choose to go through, that much is clear. Maybe it will surprise you that there are many different forms of headaches, each with a different root cause. Because of this variation, there are also quite a few things you can do to improve each situation. No one way will be effective for all of the types, but there are some guidelines that you can use to live a limited headache life. Click through to find out more!
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April 25, 2017
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In regards to rehabilitation, we generally view inflammation as a negative process of our body; something to get rid of or prevent. However, it is important to know that inflammation within your body is a normal response. In most cases you could even say that it is imperative that your body has this response take place.
So how can there be both positive and negative inflammation, and how do you differentiate between them? Read on to find out more.