Does the stress of the Holidays trigger a Migraine for you? Have you tried everything under the sun and still suffering from chronic migraines?
Reflexologist, Michelle Becz, explains the science behind what makes Reflexology an incredibly effective technique for your migraines.
My husband is not a native to the New England area so he is constantly observing our various nuances from an outsider's perspective. Lately, he has noticed again and again, a most common autumn phrase: "it's time to hunker down"; and alas, it is! In all honesty, we all know that fall is coming to an end and the cold winds of winter are creeping at our feet...
As the holidays and the official winter solstice approach, we enter into the last rush of the year before January brings its deep dark depths. According to the Chinese perspective, December 21st is actually the middle of winter, not the beginning. Just like the art of Chinese Medicine, the Chinese calendar is aligned with nature. What exactly does this mean? It means that winter has already begun! We can feel it in our bones, in the sharpness of the wind, in the pace of our energy, in the cold of our fingertips- take heed, winter is here!
And just like nature, we too should be slowing down, resting, going deep and simmering our bright lights. Winter is not the time to go go go. It is a time to nourish our adrenals, charge our batteries, warm our bellies, and yes, sleep more! So slow down, rest and go deep within yourselves. Do not be afraid to say "no" and stay home. In a world that is constantly on the move, pressuring itself to do more and more and more, winter becomes a necessity for your longevity and youthfulness. So this winter, hibernate like the bear, fly south like the birds (yes this includes Florida for you snowbirds) and preserve yourself like nature. If you want to avoid burn out and preserve your vitality of life then make winter a time for YOU!
**Check out next week's blog post where I share my top tips on nourishing yourself this winter to stay aligned with the season.
Dr. Deb Salazar is a Licensed Acupuncturist who specializes in Women's Health, Fertility and Difficult/Stubborn/Chronic/Recalcitrant disease. If you are interested in how Acupuncture, Herbs and Chinese Medicine can help you this winter call (508) 428-1288.
Forward posture, the position we are in while we're driving, cooking, texting or at the computer, could be taking it's toll on your health and well being. Aside from limited range of motion and chronic neck tension, forward posture could be contributing to headaches, lack of energy, jaw pain, vertigo and dizziness, and more.
Massage Therapist, Theresa Fallon, who has co-authored a book on Neck Techniques for massage, shares with us two quick and easy self-care techniques to help negate the effects of forward posture.
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Although it was the Olympic athletes who launched Cupping into the spotlight this past summer, Fire Cupping offers a myriad of health benefits for every body. So, what is it and why should you try it?
Fire cupping can be thought of as an inverse massage. Instead of pushing down on tissue, the cups use negative pressure (suction) to pull up skin, tissue and muscle. This process helps remove toxins and cell waste in the muscles and joints, decreases inflammation and improves blood flow, qi and lymph movement in the body.
Fire cupping often works wonders for patients with the flu, colds, cough, back and muscle pain, poor circulation, and anxiety. It works as a detoxification aid, improving circulation and stimulating the lymphatic system.
Most often used in conjunction with your Acupuncture session, Fire Cupping can be booked as a stand alone session. Whether you're looking for a quick recovery after an intense workout, fighting off a cold, or needing a little detoxification boost, you will LOVE Fire Cupping!
We are thrilled to welcome Acupuncturist, Deb Salazar, to our team at Therapeutic Bodywork. Deb, who joins her husband, Acupuncturist Paul Salazar, (who is currently treating patients full time with us,) will be seeing patients on Tuesdays and some Saturdays to start.
Deb focuses on working with Women's Health, Chronic Diseases (such as Lymes Disease), herbs and the pursuit of longevity and Spiritual Nutrition.
Deb uses Oriental Medicine as her vehicle to access health, balance and harmony. Besides the traditional tools of acupuncture, gua sha, cupping, moxa, herbs and bodywork, she also enjoys working with Ayurvedic Medicine, Western Herbalism, Homeopathy, and Essential Oils. In addition, she has studied with Gabriel Cousens, a world-renowned leader for treatment of diabetes using vegan and live food nutrition. Deb also practices yoga and qigong and is a teacher of Yang Style Tai Chi Chuan.
In her practice, Deb is an empathetic listener, compassionate, gentle and practical. She works with her patients to find realistic goals using her broad experience in the health field. She believes it is her job to teach you how to be your own doctor by remembering how to listen to your body. She uses her knowledge and treatment protocol to help guide you back to feeling more like YOU!
After studying Naturopathic Medicine at the National College of Natural Medicine in Portland, Oregon and transferring to Chinese Medicine at Southwest Acupuncture College in Albuquerque, NM, Deb is a Licensed Acupuncturist (MA & NM) and Doctor of Oriental Medicine (NM). She has recently returned to the Cape with her husband, 2 young children and dog.
To schedule appointments with Deb, call us at (508) 428-1288 or book online:
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