Words of Wellness / Wellness News

Elements therapists from around the country offer differing opinions on which you should do first -- work out or get a massage.

Are you often cranky, lethargic, irritable and unhappy? Do you have consistent headaches, neck pain, tense shoulders and tired back muscles? If this describes your normal disposition then you more than likely are feeling the effects of living an all-too-common stressed-out lifestyle. If you don’t start taking steps to break down the stress in your life soon, then it can...

Wendy H.Elements Glendale"The stress that we can put on ourselves as therapists to make sure we are growing, learning and applying what we've learned on our clients."Brittany V.Elements Centennial"For me, the hardest part is making sure I keep a safe emotional distance from clients only because I must stay objective to treat them the best I can."Colleen O.Elements Louisville...

When you see two people walking down the street hand-in-hand, it evokes feelings of love and devotion. When someone embraces you into a bear hug or places their hand on your shoulder during a difficult time, you feel their acceptance and support without them saying a word. The simple act of touch can convey so many emotions between people; however, all societies aren’t always comfortable with using this type of communication.

Trina S. Elements Centennial "Many headaches are caused by dehydration, so drink plenty of water throughout the day to prevent headaches.  Once you already have a headache, applying a cold pack to your forehead or to the back of the neck may help." Megan B. Elements Carmel Mountain "There are different kinds of headaches and each has different non-traditional...

Fashionable or functional? Color that pops or blends? Comfortable material or eye-catching? Every day you stand in front of the clothes lining your closet faced with the important decision of picking the best outfit to flatter your figure, give you the attitude you need to succeed and provide the image you would like to portray to the public. What you wear from head to toe...

Carmen R.Elements Medford"You have to build trust with the client. Proper draping when massaging a client is important, and also to be honest and up front with them."Carlton M.Elements Centennial"After the client has informed me why they are coming in for a massage, I let them know what I will be doing throughout the massage.  I also let them know that if they have any questions...

The journey to alleviating pain can be a long road if you solely focus on where your pain is rather than determining the actual source of your discomfort. To help you chart a course to a more pain-free lifestyle, Juliette Stuard, massage therapist at Elements West Chester, breaks down the three most common pain areas in the body and provides pointers for finding relief and relaxation....

Kurt K. Elements Chandler "You shouldn't get a massage not only when you are sick, but also the days immediately following; a massage can rustle up any residing symptoms.  Another time you shouldn't get a massage is if you have any alcohol in your system or you have been taking pain medication." Gretchen T. Elements Louisville East "Three...

A positive thought can carry you for hundreds of miles, while a negative moment can stop you dead in your tracks. Stay the course of pursuing a happy, healthy and fulfilled life by embracing the power of positive thinking. The best fuel to keep propelling your journey forward to everlasting joy, strength and satisfaction includes the right mix of good thoughts, supportive influences and a strong heart.