Massage Therapy and Hip Pain

Osteoarthritis of the hip is common in the general population, this may contribute to substantial social and financial burdens. Non-pharmacological therapeutic interventions are being embraced by the medical community because they are often simple to carry out, economical, and have relatively minor side effects. Treatments for hip pain may include but are not limited to: low-impact exercise, acupuncture and manual therapy.

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Does Acupuncture Work by Re-Mapping The Brain?

Does Acupuncture Work by Re-Mapping The Brain?

"Acupuncture is a form of traditional medical therapy that originated in China several thousand years ago. It was developed at a time bereft of tools such as genetic testing or even a modern understanding of anatomy, so medical philosophers did the best they could with what was available – herbs, animal products and rudimentary needles. In the process, perhaps, they stumbled on an effective medical approach."

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October 2017 - monthly list of noteworthy finds

October 2017 - monthly list of noteworthy finds

A monthly list of recent noteworthy finds applicable to massage therapy. Posts are designed to be short and will go out the first friday of every month. As always, please let me know your requests and suggestions through email or social media.

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