This is a topic of great discussion in the Massage Therapy field. I found during my research one particular individual that seemed to be forcing me to address this issue. I realized that the issue of what is offered during a massage therapy session and what is requested goes beyond the massage room. What I [...]
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Friday, August 14th, 2009
In July the Boston Globe reported ‘ a group of influential senators ‘ were seeking to have alternative therapies included in health care reform.
The two main sponsors of the senate amendment are, Senator Tom Harkin (D) Iowa, a long time proponent of alternative medicine and Senator Barbara Mikulski (D) Maryland.
This measure would prohibit insurance companies [...]
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Friday, July 24th, 2009
Ayurveda is the traditional medicine of India, which originated there over 5,000 years ago.
Ayurveda emphasizes re-establishing balance in the body through diet, lifestyle, exercise, body cleansing and a balance with nature.
The body, mind, and spirit are all part of this process.
Ayurveda is a ‘whole’ medical system meaning it is based on theories of health and [...]
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