Gua sha is a very easy technique to perform on yourself. Gentle Guasha on the face can increase facial tightness, reduce wrinkles, and inflammation. Follow this simple chart and the direction of the arrows daily for 5 – 10 minutes and let the results show for themselves! 

Reflexology is a type of massage that uses light to moderate pressure on specific points in the feet, hands, or ears.  These points correspond to certain body parts and organs.  By massaging these points, beneficial effects can be experienced by the other part or organ. Massage movements are slow and deliberate, allowing the patient to relax and calm the mind. Here’s a great educational article about the benefits for reflexology on the mind.

https://www.pacificcollege.edu/news/blog/2014/11/27/reflexology-and-anxiety

Our wrists are one of the most complex structures of our bodies yet we tend to neglect taking care of them. In this video they talk about exercises for older people but as a massage therapist I feel this video is good for everyone. With so many adults working remotely and kids doing remote schooling our fingers and wrists are being used in manners that can create long-term problems if not addressed during early onset of dysfunction. I would recommend these stretches and exercises to anyone who wants to be proactive with their wrist health.

Manuka honey is said to be effective for treating everything from a sore throat to clearing up blemishes on your skin.

Other purported benefits of honey include:

• Other purported benefits of honey include:
• helping heal cuts and scrapes
• clearing infections
• easing stomach aches
• improving digestion
• boosting the immune system
• providing energy

It’s that time of year again when the flowers start blooming and the trees turn green! But all of the lovely blooms bring pollen that cause increased sinus pressure and mucus production which lead to headaches and many other unwanted symptoms. Self massage on the sinuses and other facial points can help to decrease inflammation, reduce excess mucus production, and relieve sinus pressure headaches. Here’s a short video on a sinus draining self massage to help you fight those spring allergies:  

-Madelyn K.