What is Intraoral Massage?
If you have been diagnosed with TMD (Temporomandibular Joint Dysfunction) or have pain in the jaw, by the ears, forehead, back of the head, neck and/or shoulders, a therapeutic TMJ massage may be right for you. Jodene “Dene” Hager, LMP is highly trained, knowledgable, and experienced to take care of you. Treatment consists of massage to the neck, shoulder, facial, and muscles of the...
Read MoreMassage and Yoga
As a bodyworker/massage therapist, it is part of my ongoing training to teach self-care to my clients as a compliment to the therapeutic massage. These self-care techniques reinforce the massage and can make the results of the therapeutic sessions last longer. In my self-care techniques, I often refer to yoga postures and stretches. In practice, I have found that a client who practices yoga...
Read MoreYour First Massage
If you’ve decided to get a massage but haven’t had one before, you may have questions about what to expect during your massage session. Q. Do I need to remove all of my clothes? A. No. It’s your choice and comfort level. Q. Will it hurt? A. It shouldn’t. Give the massage therapist complete and accurate health information and let them know your needs. Q. What should I do if I experience...
Read MoreWhat is that grinding sound my joints make?
There have been numerous occasions where clients have asked me if there was anything I could do to quiet their noisy joints. Whether it be knees, shoulders, or jaws, it seems everybody makes more noise while they move as they get older. The name of this noise is Crepitus. Crepitus is a medical term to describe the grinding, crackling or popping sounds and sensations experienced in the joints....
Read MoreHow often should I get massage?
My hands can tell if you are a regular massage client or if you’re somebody who waits until there is a problem. Do you make an appointment right away when you get a gift certificate or do you save it until you feel you really need it? Perhaps you’re a regular and you can tell me what your therapist’s pet’s names are you see them so much. As an ally in your healthcare...
Read MoreIsn’t Massage just a luxury?
Real professional massage therapists don’t just give a back rub. Not a whole lot of people are familiar with the very important fact that massage therapists go through intensive training in Anatomy, Physiology, and Kinesiology. Granted, not all schools are created equal, but the eventual board exam to take for licensing is not something someone could walk off the street and pass. Stemming...
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