The Therapeutic Wonders of Massage

It has long been recognized that the power of touch is crucial to us as humans. We are all sensual beings and as a result our bodies respond well to massage and human contact. Research in the UK has proven that in many health institutions, such as hospitals and nursing homes, etc. patients responded better to treatment and were more content when there was more physical contact between their carers and themselves.

Here's why it works - There are many types of massage techniques which can include, sports massage, mother and baby massage, Swedish, Shiatsu and Reflexology, but the basic principle of each is very similar. Massage improves circulation allowing your blood to send oxygen and nutrients to your muscles where ultimately they are converted into energy. Furthermore it assists the filtering out of toxins and drains the essential lymph system which is so important for a strong immune system. The result? A nourished, cleansed and relaxed body and a wonderful sense of well being that can last for many days afterwards!

POINTS TO REMEMBER WHEN  VISITING A MASSAGE THERAPIST: 

1) A qualified massage therapist will have undergone a substantial period of training and should be a member of an international association relating to his/her specific field of expertise. There are a number of excellent therapists in your locality and referring to your telephone directories should provide you with a qualified massage therapist or clinic in your area.

2) Your therapist will want to get to know about you on your first visit and will prepare a personal case history based on a number of questions he/she will ask. In order for the therapist to provide you with the best suited therapy during your session these questions are important and will touch upon medical, social, personal information as well as your family history of illnesses, etc. Based on the information compiled the therapist will then design a treatment specifically for you.

3) It is important for you to feel at ease with your therapist and it is the practitioner's job to make you feel comfortable and explain to you what they will be doing.

Head Massage

Infants receive a daily massage from birth to promote good health. The first nine months are considered to be the best fot infants for massage as bones of fontanelle develops after nine months. Now massage has be come a part of daily life especially for women. They look for better hair and relaxation of mind. But these days, the massaging technique has been further developed to incorporate the upper back, neck, shoulders and even face. Undoubtly massaging has powerful effect on the whole body, be it mentally, physically or spiritually.

Benefits of a Head Massage

a) It releases hormones which enables the growth and function of the brain and relaxation of the whole body.

b) Restores joint movement and stretches joints in the neck, shoulders and upper arms.

c) It promotes blood flow. As a result, it eases out tension and promotes the growth of hair.

d) It stimulates the drainage of lymph fluid.

e) It increases the supply of oxygen and glucose to the brain .Clear thinking and sense of focus are achieved as a result.

f) You get better sleep which is what most people long for.

Best part, it can be performed at home or even at your desk, just about anytime and anywhere.

Laser Eye Surgery

Just as there are different conditions that can be treated with laser eye surgery, there are several different forms of laser eye surgery including but not limited to PRK, Lasik, Lasek, Epi-Lasik, PresbyLasik, iLASIK, Custom Wavefront Lasik and IntraLase bladeless Lasik. The most common of these procedures are described below:

Lasik - With Lasik eye surgery, a thin flap is cut and then lifted from the surface of the eye. A laser beam, or energy, is then appropriately applied to the eye for proper reshaping. The thin flap that was first cut and lifted from the eye is then replaced to serve the purpose of a natural bandage that will speed up the healing process from the Lasik surgery. Ultimately, the replaced flap is thicker in size and is usually created with either a special laser or a microkeratome cutting tool. As a general rule, there are three different types of lasers that may be used for the Lasik surgery - wavefront-guided lasers, spot scanner lasers and slit scanning lasers.

PRK - PRK is known as the original laser eye surgery and unlike Lasik eye surgery, PRK does not require a thing flap to be taken from the eye's surface. Instead, the laser beam, or energy, is directly applied to the surface of the eye. The outer layer of the eye, which is very thin and is known as the epithelium, is completely removed from the laser force. Eventually, this ultra-thin outer layer of the eye grows back. This particular eye surgery may be required for individuals who have thin corneas.

Taking Care Of Your Sunglasses

Having a good pair of sunglasses is important to keep your eyes safe from UV rays. Constant squinting damages vision and can even have long term effects. Children and adults should always wear sunglasses when outdoors in sunny weather. But sunglasses can become scratched or otherwise damaged if not taken care of properly. Whether your sunglasses are prescription or non-prescription, or you wear them simply for the look, keeping your shades in good condition ensures they will last longer. Below are a few tips on how to properly take care of your sunglasses in order to get the most use out of them.

Clean your sunglasses often. Just about any place that sell sunglasses will give you a complimentary lens cleaning wipe or even glass cleaner when you purchase sunglasses. Keep these around with you at all times and clean your sunglasses often. If you have an empty bottle of lens cleaner, put Windex in it. This often works much better than the stuff they give you at the store. Make sure the wipe is always clean, as any residue may leave a film on your lenses.

To wash your sunglasses, just rinse them under warm tap water with a little liquid soap, and dry them with the wipe. Never use a sponge on your sunglasses as this will cause scratches.

When you're not wearing your sunglasses, always keep them in a protective case. Some stores will give you a complimentary case when you purchase sunglasses, or you can get them at an optical shop or any store that sells sunglasses. Keep your shades in the case with your cleaning cloth.

If you notice any damage on your sunglasses, such as a loose screw, have them checked at an optical store. They may be able to fix it for you free of charge, or for a very small fee. You may also be able to fix them yourself with a small screw.

Eye Care For Adults

Eye care is very important to keep up on as the years go by. Adults are much more susceptible to problems that can quickly spiral into bigger issues for them. This is why routine maintenance check-ups are a good idea. At a check-up, a doctor will test your vision and analyze the results to see whether or not you need glasses. They will also check for other problems such as astigmatism, infections, viruses and other diseases. The testing usually goes for about 30 minutes including test result discussion.

If you need prescription medication or glasses you can be prescribed right on the spot. You will be fitted for frames and explained how the process works and then your lenses and frames will be sent away for. You can either pick them up at your doctor's office or it can be delivered straight to your house.

Have you ever felt like you have problems such as air behind your eye, itchy red or burning eyes, glassy eyes or anything other of the sort? Depending on the area you live in, air goes through cycles of being full of pollen, or just being poor quality. This makes people feel like they are having some sort of disease or infection when it could just be the air quality/ It is always safer to go see the doctor if you are having problems like that then to try and diagnose yourself to be safe but many people do have these same harmless problems.

The doctor can give you eye drops that will ease the pain, swelling and the itchiness but also they will help you to feel better by ensuring you that you are going to be OK rather than worrying.