Many people use the modern Japanese technique of reiki to heal their minds and bodies. The word “rei” (higher wisdom) and “ki” (life force energy) combine to describe the practice of wisely guiding life energy to relax, heal, and inspire.…

Acupressure is quite similar to acupuncture, but without the needles. Both traditions use the same ancient Chinese diagnostic procedures, meridian system, and acupoints. In acupressure, practitioners use their hands to manipulate acupoints,…

You can visit a gua sha practitioner or engage in self-care to enjoy the many healing benefits of this ancient practice. By simply increasing circulation and bringing blood to the surface of the body, you can fight inflammation, increase…

Myofascial release techniques relax and lengthen muscles and soft tissues. A myofascial release practitioner can help a person regain function and flexibility after injuries and treat chronic pain in many parts of your body. What Is…

Many people seek massage therapy—the manual manipulation of muscles and tendons beneath the skin—for relief from any kind of physical pain. Deep tissue massage therapy is often the massage of choice for athletes who want help with healing…

Shiatsu is Japanese for “finger pressure,” although palms, forearms, and sometimes even feet are used during a shiatsu massage session. The goal of this massage technique is to unlock the body’s “qi,” “ki,” or “chi” (pronounced chee). Qi is…

Swedish massage is one of the most recognized categories of massage techniques. The main focuses of Swedish massage are increasing blood flow and circulation, assisting in draining the lymphatic system to support immune system function, and…

Thai massage (also referred to as Nuat Thai) is a holistic, hands-on method of healing the mind-body-spirit as a whole. Other massage techniques, such as shiatsu and acupressure, may be incorporated into a Thai massage session. This…

Sports massage is primarily utilized by athletes, but some practitioners offer it to non-athletes too. It can be applied pre-event to help prevent injury and encourage healing, post-event for recovery, and during training to optimize…