Articles By: Steve Ibach
Steve is a medical massage therapist and fitness consultant. He is also president of Kala Group and owner of Hawaiian Experience Spa in Scottsdale, AZ.
Relaxation massages: Will they really relax your muscles?
Relaxation massages are a great way to reduce stress.
You have been working hard for weeks and your body is screaming for some attention. What could be a better way to reward yourself then with a nice relaxation massage? The answer to that question lies in understanding what exactly a relaxation massage...
December 26th, 2009 | Massage 101 | Read More
Use caution when purchasing electronic massage devices
Head Massage by a Massage Therapist
Massage therapy certainly has many benefits and feels great on those sore and overworked muscles. There is nothing quite like the relaxing feeling of a good massage given by a skilled therapist. However, in a true sign of the times this ancient healing practice...
December 23rd, 2009 | Massage 101 | Read More
Top ten things massage therapists think about before and during massages
Have you ever wondered what your massage therapist may be thinking before and during massages? Here is a little insight into some of the things that may be on our minds depending on how the day is going…
10. I think I turned the lights too low – what time is it?
9. This looks like it feels...
December 20th, 2009 | Lighter Side | Read More
New report says reflexology is not a legitimate scientific treatment
Reflexology is not scientifically based / Shutterstock.com
According to an abstract published on PubMed.gov today reflexology is said to have nothing in common with scientific naturopathic treatments. The abstract goes on to say,
“A host of alternative treatment methods are sold to us as reputable...
December 19th, 2009 | Massage 101 | Read More
Phoenix, Arizona area resident with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome is helped with medical massage therapy
Vet shows stretchy delicate skin on dog with Ehler-Danlos / Wikimedia Commons
Medical massage therapy can be used effectively to reduce pain and increase quality of life in patients suffering from Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS). EDS is a genetic connective tissue disorder characterized by joint pain...
December 18th, 2009 | Medical Massage | Read More

