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Five Days of Massage Benefit Preterm Infants

Stable preterm infants gained more weight and slept less after five days of massage therapy than infants who did not receive massage, according to a recent study. “Stable Preterm Infants Gain More Weight and Sleep Less after Five Days of Massage Therapy” was conducted by staff at the Touch Research Institutes, University of Miami School […]

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Massage Can Alleviate Lower Back Pain

Many back pain sufferers seek to alleviate their symptoms with massage, but, according to The German Institute for Quality and Efficiency in Health Care, only some forms of massage therapy are actually beneficial in reducing or eliminating pain. “Research suggests that classic massage, Thai massage and acupressure can relieve low back pain that has lasted […]

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Moderate-Pressure Massage Increases Relaxation

Moderate-pressure massage therapy increases relaxation and significantly decreased stress and heart rate, and caused a shift toward left frontal electroencephalogram (EEG) asymmetry, suggesting that the massage was perceived as pleasant and relaxing, according to a recent study involving 36 healthy adults.

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What Is Acupressure and How Does It Work? Beginner’s Guide

What is acupressure? Acupressure is considered one of the world’s oldest traditional wellness practices and has remained part of holistic wellness traditions throughout Asia for centuries. Historically, different forms of pressure-point therapy were used as part of broader wellness systems focused on balance, relaxation, movement, mindfulness, and overall well-being. Over generations, these techniques became closely […]