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Fascia Article PLUS Yoga and Back Pain

Posted in: Blog, Dr. Gina, Fitness, Massage Therapy by chirocare on November 15, 2011 | No Comments

Do you have questions about your health? 

Do you have aches and pains or trouble moving freely? 

Here are two articles we would like to share.

The first is about FASCIA.  Follow the link for ExperinceLife.

Our Massage Therapist (MollieShea) is certified in MyoFascial Release and she would be happy to answer any questions you might have.   Email her at chirocare2009@hotmail.com and learn more about massage therapy.

The second is about Back Pain & Yoga, taken from the facebook page of CCPTS (certified chiropractic posture therapy specialist)

Dr. Gina offers a Posture Therapy Program as well as Posture Screenings.

Thank you and enjoy.

massage and low-back pain, new research and info. on Swedish massage

Posted in: Blog, Massage Therapy by chirocare on November 10, 2011 | No Comments

Low-back pain is one of the most common complaints of consumers, and now there’s research that suggests massage therapy may just be more effective in dealing with low-back pain that other more traditional medical interventions. 

The study comprised of 401 patients aged 20 to 65 years old with nonspecific chronic low-back pain and compared the effectiveness of either relaxation or structural massage versus usual care, including medication and physical therapy.  Participants were asked about their abilities to perform daily activities and then randomly assigned to receive one of three treatments.

One group received full-body relaxation massage…and another received focused deep tissue massage… The third group received therapies including painkillers, anti-inflammatory drugs, muscle relaxants… Those receiving massage were given a one-hour massage once a week for 10 weeks.

…After 10 weeks, the researchers surveyed the participants about their symptoms and mobility, and again at six months and one year.  The two groups of patients receiving massage therapy reported their back pain was significantly improved or gone altogether. 

Although previous studies on massage therapy and low-back pain have concentrated primarily on the effectiveness of deep tissue massage, researchers are hopeful about the success of relaxation massage modalities offering significant benefits.  Two reasons are that relaxation massage is oftentimes more widely available and more cost-effective. 

What is Swedish Massage?  

Developed in the 1700s by a Swedish doctor, this type of massage is generally used to relax and energize you.  Various techniques — including long gliding strokes, applying circular pressure with hands and palms, and firm kneading — are used to relax muscles and increase the oxygen flow in the blood.  Lotion or oil is often used during a Swedish massage to reduce friction. 

This information was taken from the Massage Therapy Journal Fall 2011 issue page 24

Best of Saint Louis Award in Massage Theapy

Posted in: Blog, Massage Therapy by chirocare on October 27, 2011 | No Comments

Press Release

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE

Chiropractic Care & Sports Rehab Inc Receives 2011 Best of Saint Louis Award

U.S. Commerce Association’s Award Plaque Honors the Achievement commerce award

NEW YORK, NY, October 20, 2011 — Chiropractic Care & Sports Rehab Inc has been selected for the 2011 Best of Saint Louis Award in the Massage Therapy category by the U.S. Commerce Association (USCA).

The USCA “Best of Local Business” Award Program recognizes outstanding local businesses throughout the country. Each year, the USCA identifies companies that they believe have achieved exceptional marketing success in their local community and business category. These are local companies that enhance the positive image of small business through service to their customers and community.

Various sources of information were gathered and analyzed to choose the winners in each category. The 2011 USCA Award Program focuses on quality, not quantity. Winners are determined based on the information gathered both internally by the USCA and data provided by third parties.

About U.S. Commerce Association (USCA)

U.S. Commerce Association (USCA) is a New York City based organization funded by local businesses operating in towns, large and small, across America. The purpose of USCA is to promote local business through public relations, marketing and advertising.

The USCA was established to recognize the best of local businesses in their community. Our organization works exclusively with local business owners, trade groups, professional associations, chambers of commerce and other business advertising and marketing groups. Our mission is to be an advocate for small and medium size businesses and business entrepreneurs across America.

SOURCE: U.S. Commerce Association

CONTACT:
U.S. Commerce Association
Email: PublicRelations@uscaaward.com
URL: http://www.uscaaward.com

A Massage Client said this…

Posted in: Blog, Massage Therapy by chirocare on September 27, 2011 | No Comments

 “I felt great after your massage.  I had a big event coming up and needed to be going into it in good condition.  It is all over and other than being tired I sailed thru it all.  Even that rhomboid is behaving herself.  I won’t forget you.  You are good…I have the experience to know what I’m talking about.  Thank you ever so much for the treatment and the follow up.”

 Then she wrote an email to her friends and family:

“I have had 15 years of treatment and massage for an injury…I tripped and fell on my face. This little gal is good…my old therapist moved to Illinois and I have not found a new one until now.  She gives gift certificates…just a small hint… everyone is always asking what I need…well here it is.  An interviewer asked Bob Hope what he did to keep himself in such great shape and he responded…”daily massage”.  When I win the lottery I am going to build a small house for myself and Don and a big wing attached for my massage therapist – MollieShea Stephens”

-Gloria W

 ”Thank you for your note, and for the wonderful massage last week. My shoulder has more mobility since I saw you!  And the pain has lessened – I have been so excited – I feel that with a bit more work I may be able to return to full mobility. You have convinced me that seeing Dr. Gina would be beneficial as well.  I look forward to making another appointment soon.
Thank you again for your excellent work.”

Sarah C

Mothers Day Special

Posted in: Blog, Massage Therapy by chirocare on May 5, 2011 | No Comments

Mothers Day Gift Certificates are only $50 for One-Hour Massage. 

Biofreeze

Posted in: Products by chirocare on October 25, 2010 | 1 Comment

Biofreeze Pain Reliever Delivers Cold Relief 

Biofreeze was created in Akron Ohio in 1991.  It is the number one clinically used and recommended topical pain reliever in the USA.  Today more doctors are recommending topical analgesics over pills because there is less risk of drug interaction and no affect to the gastrointestinal tract, heart, kidneys or cognition.  Biofreeze delivers targeted pain relief which is safe and effective. 

Cold therapy or “cryotherapy” decreases pain and reduces inflammation.  Biofreeze uses United States Pharmacopedia grade natural menthol.  The USP sets standards to ensure quality in medications.  This natural menthol along with other ingredients is formulated to provide the cold therapy in Biofreeze.  It’s like ice but better.  Ice is great to use on injured muscles and sore joints but it can cause stiffness, skin irritation and numbness.  Ice has disadvantages that Biofreeze does not.  In one study it took Biofreeze 5 minutes to decrease blood flow while to took 20 minutes for the ice to do the same thing.  The short-term pain relief from Biofreeze facilitates ease of movement, which can promote faster, long-term healing and recovery. 

The science behind it and the counter-irritant effect

A counter-irritant has an effect of overriding noxious pain signals traveling to the brain through a process of modulated between pain-transmitting and non-pain transmitting nerves.  Pain is transmitted by two kinds of nerve fibers.  One is large and carries quick, intense pain.  The other is smaller and transmits throbbing, chronic pain.  Signals transmitted by these pain fibers can be thwarted by the activation or stimulation of another and thus inhibit an individuals perception of pain.  The menthol in Biofreeze stimulates the cold receptors in the body and there is strong evidence supporting the benefits achieved with the cooling effect of menthol in functioning as a topical analgesic while activating these receptors. 

People heal more slowly when pain hinders their ability to perform rehabilitation therapies and exercise.  Biofreeze can aid in the treatment of injuries and chronic problems.  If used before exercise it takes soreness out of muscles and after cool-down it minimizes next-day aches and pains.  There are different application formats to choose from.  The gel is ideal for large muscles and body areas while the roll-on delivers a massaging action for soft muscle tissue.  

Choose products you can trust and believe in and use Biofreeze products at home and on-the-go.  

Products and Supplements

Posted in: Products, Sports Rehab by chirocare on February 25, 2010 | No Comments

Products we sell in the office:

  1. Custom orthotics: Conform perfectly to your arch for support.  Designed with your weight and activity levels in mind. Engineered to actually control foot function, not just cushion it.  
  2. TENS Units: “TENS” is the acronym for Transcutaneous Electrical Nerve Stimulation. A “TENS unit” is a pocket size, portable, battery-operated device that sends electrical impulses to certain parts of the body to block pain signals.
  3. Electrode Pads: Self-adhesive, reusable replacement electrodes for TENS units. 
  4. Exercise bands: rubber tension bands used in resistance exercises. 
  5. Exercise balls:  Includes an air pump and wall chart of step by step instructions for a complete body workout program.  Develops strength and flexibility and improves balance and coordination.
  6. Back support:  Plush elastic back panel and double side pulls provide superior abdominal compression critical for low back support.
  7. Stork Support:  Relieves muscular pain and fatigue of pregnancy.  By supporting under the abdomen this unique support provides comfort and safety.  Ideal for mom’s on the go having to lift or mom’s that want to continue to work out during pregnancy.
  8. Wrist support: brace used for treatment of wrist and hand conditions.
  9. Ankle Support: brace used for the treatment of foot and ankle conditions.
  10. Patellar strap:  Helps relieve anterior knee pain caused by patellar tendonitis, chondromalacia and Osgood-Schlatter.
  11. Tennis elbow strap:  Support helps to alleviate pain due to tennis elbow, supinator strain or tendonitits.  Focuses pressure below the elbow while maintaining a full range of motion.
  12. Biofreeze: topical pain reliver.  Menthol acts to stimulate specific sensory receptors in thye skin, thereby blocking other receptors from sending pain signals to the brain.
  13. Heel lift: shoe insert used to balance leg length. 
  14. Airpack Backpacks:  relieve pain by reducing back stress up to 80%.  They transfer weight from the shoulders to the lower back.  Lighten the effective weight of the pack by 50% and promote an upright standing position and healthy posture.

Supplements for Health and Wellness:

  1. Standard Process supplements and purification system, including veterinary products and children’s formulas.
  2. Progressive Labs immune system booster (coryza forte)
  3. Formula 303: Homeopathic, Natural relife for muscle spasm, tension, and stress. 
MerchantCircle.com

Posted in: Blog, Massage Therapy by chirocare on February 10, 2010 | No Comments

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