“One of the myriad environmental factors that has been associated with the development of RA is stress, and it is widely reported to be a key trigger of flares. Reducing stress can help to decrease pain in the immediate moment, and will also help to decrease the allostatic load on a person’s body over the long-term. Massage and Craniosacral Therapy are fantastic ways to manage stress and reduce the toll it takes on the body.”

Plantar fasciitis is a common condition that can be painful and debilitating. What is it, and how can you use massage therapy and at-home techniques to help?

Perhaps you’ve wondered if massage is safe for people with cancer, or have heard various claims about it in the past. While research is ongoing and there is much to be learned, there is significant consensus that people with cancer can benefit tremendously from bodywork at any stage of their experience. 

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