Prehabilitation, or prehab for short, is a proactive approach to injury prevention. It is a system of exercises and activities designed to improve strength, mobility, and stability before an injury occurs. Prehab programs focus on improving the overall health of the athlete by focusing on the musculoskeletal system. This includes
Recently I attended a weekend workshop focused on self-care. It was such a treat after years of Covid isolation to be able to participate in a workshop in person. The leader did an excellent job of providing guidance for breathwork, meditation, and restorative yoga. I left the weekend feeling nurtured,
One of the fundamental principles I use in my work is called “tensegrity”. It is a term coined by Buckminster Fuller, an architect, to explain the inherent tension and integrity of structures in the universe. One simple definition is:” a concept in architecture and biology where a balance of tension
In Deane Juhan’s book, Job’s Body, he talks about how the body adopts habitual patterns of holding and movement based on our jobs, social situations, general dispositions, injuries and repetitive motions. He says, on pages 220 and 221: Over the years, it is the habitual repetition of these preferred fixations
During this stressful time, it is my hope to continue seeing clients, but with certain precautionary measures in place. 1) I will request that clients immediately wash their hands and/or use hand sanitizer when they arrive for their session. 2) I will provide lens wipes for clients to clean their phone
Since 2006 the only oil I have used in my practice is Jojoba Oil. It technically is not an oil, but a wax derived from the jojoba seed. Its chemical composition is very similar to human sebum, so it leaves no oily residue, is hypoallergenic and never goes rancid. It
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) the most talented, intuitive, AMAZING massage therapist you will ever encounter in your life. I came to her many (20?)years ago a non- believer in massage in terms of “therapeutic value” . I am a registered nurse from the 70’s….. skeptical by nature and training.Fast forward to 2022: I”m 65 years old, still playing sports , and Melissa keeps me happy in those and in so many other aspects of my life. I can’t recommend Melissa highly enough to anyone who wants a taste of true release. I”m not sure how she does what she does, but I no longer care, or am trying to figure it out : When I see on my calendar that I have an appointment with Melissa, I smile inwardly , give thanks, and promise , “ I”ll be there”. 
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