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Nursing faculty member Fern Baudo has just released a book on advanced care planning and the importance of end of life planning, called “If I Only Knew: Making Educated Medical Decisions as we Navigate Through Life’s Journey”.
Congratulations, Fern!
Check it out on Amazon !
In most recent news, China has issued 18 medical protocols for acupuncture and moxibustion in an effort to make these ancient forms of therapy align with modern medicine.
Read more about it HERE!
If you are ready to experience the healing effects of East Asian medicine, give us a call and schedule an appointment with one of our clinics . We look forward to keeping you happy and healthy!
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What a fantastic discovery! Ancient Chinese medical texts (all bamboo!) were just discovered. What we wouldn’t give to get a glimpse of these bad boys!
Wouldn’t you guys love to see them?
This intriguing article from
The Epoch Times
states:
“ Last year, archaeologists unearthed 920 bamboo strips at a construction site in the south-western city of Chengdu in China, containing recipes for treating ailments that date back 2,000 years.” READ MORE…
We live in a hustle-bustle kind of world. Work is constantly on our minds and some of us can barely find the time to grab a bite to eat. We rush to take our kids to soccer practice and walk through our front doors after work only to begin the laundry.
The majority of us carry around significant amounts of stress that reside within our muscles. Stress is an inevitable part of life, but luckily there are remedies, such as massage, to bring some relaxation back into our lives.
Although massage is a truly wonderful way to achieve peace of mind, there are times when you should refrain from getting one. There are certain conditions that may negatively affect the massage. Check out these scenarios in which you may want to consider rescheduling your appointment:
1. Infections
Often times, a massage therapist will send a client home if they have the cold, flu, or other viral or bacterial infection. Working with a contagious patient could result in the therapist catching the infection and then passing it along to other patients. Clients are also advised to hold off on their massage appointment if they have a rash or skin infection.
2. Intoxication
Another reason for postponing a massage treatment is intoxication. If a client has had a couple of drinks, they become desensitized and are unable to provide reliable feedback to the therapist performing the massage. Knowing the correct amount of pressure to apply is an important component of massage and intoxication causes a lack of sensation. If you’re on vacation and want to get a massage, hold off on the Mai Tais until after your appointment!
3. Medical Conditions
If a patient has a specific medical condition, such as kidney failure, a massage may place excess demands on weakened organs. It is also suggested that massage be avoided after an acute injury as it can interfere with the healing process.
4. Medications
There are certain medications that may cancel or modify a massage. These medications include:
· Blood thinners—may result in bruising with heavy pressure or deep tissue massage.
If you are unable to receive a massage because of your current state of health, then the best thing to do is wait until you are feeling better. The wait will only make the massage that much better! Let us know when you are ready to schedule an appointment and make the most of your massage . We have clinic interns who are ready to alleviate your stress!