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  • Best Value Destination Spas
    Not everyone is able to hop aboard their private jet and whisk off to an exclusive spa destination for ridiculous amounts of pandering and pampering In fact, most Americans are happy to take a family vacation (dog included) or sink their toes into a white-sand beach once or twice a year
  • Skincare: Prevention For The Ages
    It's never too late to get serious about skincare However, skin care needs change as we age
  • Rekindle The Romance With A Spa Getaway
    With Valentine's Day around the corner, many couples' minds turn towards the 3Rs - Rest, Relaxation, and Romance Nothing says romantic like a spa getaway
  • Big Apple Spa: Experience The Best Day Spas In New York City
    Planning a visit to NYC In the midst of deciding what Broadway show to see, where to shop, sleep, and eat, don't forget a little pampering
  • Spa Like A Celebrity: The Best L.A. Day Spas
    While you may never cruise down Sunset Boulevard, convertible top down and a small purse dog at your side, or shop the exclusive shops along Rodeo Drive, maybe you can spa like a celebrity In Tinsel Town where the median age is 23 and there are more plastic surgeons than you can shake a stick at, looking beautiful and being pampered is a serious business
  • Spa Bridal Showers Create A Blissful Day Of Pampering
    Anyone who has taken the plunge in planning a wedding knows the months leading up to the big day can be filled with anticipation, anxiety, stress, and even a few ugly moments Calm the bridezilla in any bride with a spa party bridal shower
  • Men And The Spa - What's In It For You?
    Male spa-goers are on the rise According to the International Spa Association, men now make up 29 percent of all spa goers
  • Spa 101 - The Basics of Spas
    It seems they're everywhere - strip malls, office buildings, storefronts - From tiny salons touting their massage services to luxury destination resorts promising rest and rejuvenation, spas seem to be as numerous as the neighborhood 7-11 store What is the difference between the nail place offering spa pedicures and the day spa providing full body treatments
  • Enjoy a Spa Day For Less Than $25
    Who says you have to pay top dollar to receive the benefits of a spa From body scrubs to facials, it's easier than ever to set up your own home spa and enjoy a little pampering
  • The Spa: A History in the Renewal of Body, Mind and Spirit
    The Greeks and Romans did it Ottomans and the Japanese practiced its health-enhancing benefits
  • Wonder of the Waters: A History of Essential Mineral Baths
    For centuries, hot springs have offered numerous health benefits for everything from arthritis to indigestion Sulfur, for instance, is credited with relieving nasal congestion, while sodium bicarbonate and calcium are said to enhance circulation
  • About Face: The Facts on Facials
    A French massage text from 1907 describes a treatment invented by Dr Jacquet which included a vigorous repetitive mobilization of the facial skin
  • Magnificent Massage: The Health Benefits of Bodywork
    With experts estimating that nearly ninety percent of disease is stress related, now more than ever it's imperative that Americans make the most of self-care options available today to help decrease and manage stress levels Massage, the application of soft-tissue manipulation techniques to the body, has shown to reduce stress and fatigue while improving circulation
  • Back Off: Preventing Back Aches and Pains at Work
    You know the scenario well After a day at your desk, your back is screaming in pain
  • Your Aching Back: Common Causes and Treatment
    Back pain is not an uncommon complaint In fact, four out of five adults will experience symptoms of lower back pain at least once in their lifetime
  • On the Move: Keep Arthritis Conditions at Bay With Exercise
    In combination with medication, a tailored arthritis exercise program can promote joint and pain relief, and preserve joint structure and function

    Once arthritis sets in, the stiffness, pain and swelling associated with the condition can severely reduce the range of motion of joints, or in other words, the distance joints can move in certain directions
  • Creating an Exercise Program You Can Stick With
    It's a new year, or maybe swimsuit season is quickly approaching, and you've decided to start exercising Congratulations on taking the first steps to a new and improved body and mind
  • How to Stretch Muscles Safely
    An important aspect of your exercise routine, stretching muscles safely can increase flexibility, reduce risk of injury, and provide pain relief associated with exercise As most aerobic and strength training programs naturally cause muscles to contract and flex, it's important to balance the workout with lengthening, or stretching, muscles afterward
  • Walking Sense: Make the Most of Your Walking Workouts
    It seems simple You pull on a pair of tennis shoes and head outdoors
  • The Basics of Rheumatoid Arthritis
    According to the Arthritis Foundation, an estimated 67 million Americans will have some form of arthritis by 2030 Arthritis is a general term that refers to a condition that causes inflammation in a joint, which is characterized by redness, warmth, swelling, and pain within the joint
  • Understanding and Living With Psoriasis
    At one time described as a variety of leprosy, psoriasis is probably one of the longest known illnesses of humans and the least understood While its confusion with leprosy may not have been all that surprising, considering its visual appearance on the skin, it was not until 1841 that the condition was finally given its own name by a Viennese dermatologist
  • The Science of Healing and the Art of Caring
    As far back as 460 BC
  • Exploring Pain Relief Without Pills
    While many people who suffer from pain want to find relief, they are not necessarily comfortable with the idea of taking a pain pill Pain medication can be highly addictive and as we all know, all medication run the risk of side effects
  • Handling Exercise-Induced Muscle Fatigue and Pain
    Everyone has experienced muscle soreness or fatigue associated with exercise For some, this may act as a deterrent from working out or participating in physical activity, but understanding how to prevent and treat those aches and pains can be the key to enjoying exercise and staying motivated in an exercise routine
  • From Patient to Person: Managing Chronic Pain
    For those who suffer from chronic pain, it doesn't take long before the pain can overwhelm, leaving isolation and fear in its wake Decision making is influenced by the pain
  • The Facts on Physical Therapy
    Physical therapy is most often prescribed for patients with permanent disabilities, recovering from a major injury or accident, or suffering from conditions such as arthritis or lower back pain Some diseases or conditions can impair patients to a degree that a physical therapist must teach the patient to function with the limitations of the condition
  • The Most Common Sports Injuries
    From tennis and soccer to football and running, organized and individual sports activities are key to any healthy lifestyle But they can also result in common sports injuries that require attention, either at home or at the doctor, to heal properly
  • Arthritis and You in the Workplace
    A Center for Disease Control and Prevention recently reported that arthritis limits millions of working Americans' productivity, activity, or ability to work According to the Arthritis Foundation's coverage of the report, state-specific data shows those reporting arthritis-related work limitations ranged from 25 percent in Nevada to 51 percent in Kentucky
  • The Road to Pain Relief
    Although pain affects more than 76 million Americans, it can be an isolating experience According to the American Pain Foundation, pain is a critical, biological warning sign to the body when something
  • Treating Psoriasis With an Alternative Approach
    Psoriasis, which means "to itch" in the Greek, is a chronic condition that consists of red lesions that develop into scales and patches over the skin These red lesions cause itching and discomfort
  • Don't Ignore Sports Injury Warning Signs
    Sports injuries are common and expected for those who enjoy an active lifestyle But according to experts in the sports medicine field, there are warnings signs that you may have an injury that needs attention
  • Experience the Power of Pain Relief With the Power of the Mind
    For those who suffer the aching and stiffness of arthritis, it may be hard to imagine welcoming a new morning with energy and without pain, stiffness and fatigue However, it may be the idea of such an ideal morning which may be able to create a life with less pain and stress

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