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THE FULL CIRCLE BLOG:
TAKE ACTION TOWARD BETTER WELLNESS
The Full Circle Blog is your resource for maintaining balance and supporting your well-being journey outside of the treatment room. This section provides helpful wellness tips and advice on everything from simple self-care routines to deeper insights on stress reduction and overall health maintenance. Explore our articles to empower yourself with knowledge and keep your mind and body in a state of continuous harmony.


SIGNIFICANCE FOR TAKING AN HOUR-LONG FACIAL SESSION
An hour-long holistic facial contributes significantly to stress reduction and the balance of the 'Mind, Body, and Soul' by directly manipulating the autonomic nervous system and integrating the power of therapeutic touch and sensory input. Mind: The Nervous System Reset The most critical contribution of the holistic facial is its ability to switch the body from a state of chronic stress to one of deep rest. Parasympathetic Activation: The therapeutic, slow, and rhythmic touc


HOUR-LONG FACIAL SESSION + HOME SKINCARE
An hour-long holistic facial contributes significantly to stress reduction and the balance of the 'Mind, Body, and Soul' by directly manipulating the autonomic nervous system and integrating the power of therapeutic touch and sensory input. Mind: The Nervous System Reset The most critical contribution of the holistic facial is its ability to switch the body from a state of chronic stress to one of deep rest. Parasympathetic Activation : The therapeutic, slow, and rhythmic to


The Core Mechanisms of Injury/Why Resting is Effective
Understanding how injuries are caused, especially in an athletic context, requires a deep dive into the complex interplay of forces, biomechanics, and individual factors. Injury is not a random event but the result of a chain reaction of risk factors, which can be broadly categorized as intrinsic and extrinsic. The Core Mechanisms of Injury At the most fundamental level, an injury occurs when the force applied to a body part exceeds the strength or capacity of its tissues to


CORE ELEMENTS FOR ATHLETIC RECOVERY
When an athlete suffers an injury, their body's needs change significantly to facilitate the healing process. While rest and physical therapy are crucial, a well-structured nutritional plan is equally important to support tissue repair, reduce inflammation, and prevent muscle loss. Food that athletes eat for injury recovery and their effectiveness. Protein The Building Block for Repair What to eat: Lean meats (chicken, turkey, lean beef), fish (salmon, tuna), eggs, dairy prod


Targeted stretching exercises/ Stretching after a massage
Even on an "inactive" day, our bodies are constantly engaged in movement, posture maintenance, and repetitive tasks. This means certain muscle groups are almost always in use, or conversely, held in shortened positions, leading to tightness. Regularly stretching these often-used muscles is crucial for preventing discomfort, improving posture, and maintaining overall mobility. Here are some of the muscle groups most commonly used throughout the day, whether active or inactive,


Stretching after an active day
Why You Should Stretch After an Active Day . After physical exertion, your muscles contract, often leading to temporary shortening, tightness, and accumulation of metabolic byproducts. Stretching in this phase is crucial for recovery, performance enhancement, and injury prevention. Accelerates Muscle Recovery by Enhancing Blood Flow: During exercise, muscles experience micro-tears and accumulate metabolic waste products like lactic acid. Stretching, by increasing circulation,


The Relationship between stretching and staying hydrated
Stretching and staying hydrated are two pillars of good health that are often taken for granted, yet their impact on our body's function, performance, and longevity is profound. They work synergistically to maintain the optimal condition of our tissues and systems. The Importance of Stretching Stretching is the deliberate lengthening of muscles and connective tissues to improve flexibility, range of motion, and overall physical performance. Its importance stems from its effec


Who shouldn't book a Manual Lymphatic Massage
Lymphatic massage is a specialized gentle massage technique designed to promote the natural drainage of lymph, a fluid that carries waste products away from the tissues back towards the heart. While highly beneficial for many conditions, particularly lymphedema, there are crucial situations where it should be avoided due to significant health risks. These are the conditions that pose a serious and immediate threat if lymphatic massage is performed to individuals affected with


Manual Lymphatic Massage: Risks & Benefits
It is absolutely critical to avoid MLD or get explicit medical clearance if you have any of the following conditions: Acute Infections : MLD can spread infection throughout the body. Active Cancer/Malignant Tumors (especially untreated or metastatic) : There's a concern that MLD could potentially spread cancer cells. Always get oncologist clearance. Deep Vein Thrombosis (DVT) or Active Blood Clots : MLD can dislodge a clot, leading to a life-threatening embolism (e.g., pulmon


Manual Lymphatic Massage: What, Who and When
What is Lymphatic Massage. Lymphatic massage, also known as Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD), is a specialized, gentle massage technique designed to encourage the natural movement and drainage of lymph fluid throughout the body. To understand MLD, it's essential to understand the lymphatic system's role: Your Body's "Drainage System: The lymphatic system is a vast, intricate network of vessels, nodes (glands), and organs that runs alongside your blood circulation. Unlike the b


Why book with Full Circle Massage
Booking a massage with Full Circle Massage offers a multitude of compelling reasons that go beyond a simple transaction. The name itself carries significant weight, suggesting a holistic and comprehensive approach to your well-being journey. Reasons as to why choosing Full Circle Massage could be a beneficial and rewarding experience Embracing a Holistic Philosophy Beyond Surface-Level Treatment: The name "Full Circle" inherently implies a commitment to addressing the interc


The difference between large companies and small businesses
The distinction between large companies and small businesses goes far beyond just the number of employees. While size is a primary differentiating factor, there are other numerous aspects like their structure, operations, culture, and impact. Here's are key differences: Size and Structure Small Businesses: Typically characterized by fewer employees. simpler organizational structures with fewer management layers, and often a more centralized decision-making process, usually re


Treatments that are better for both mental and physical wellbeing
Here are various examples of treatment plans in terms of their benefits for both mental and physical wellbeing and which one is better. Â Deep Tissue Massage Targeting both physical and mental: Physical Wellbeing Benefits: Deep tissue massage is a technique focused on the deeper layers of muscle tissue, tendons, and fascia. It involves slow, deliberate strokes and firm pressure, often using fingers, thumbs, or elbows to reach these deeper structures. The primary physical ben


How Well You Manage Stress
Psychological stress has a profound physiological impact, often manifesting as muscle tension, particularly in the neck, shoulders, and back. Your capacity to effectively manage stress significantly influences how frequently you might need massage for its stress-reducing benefits High Stress Levels and Ineffective Management Individuals experiencing chronic high stress and lacking effective coping mechanisms often hold significant tension in their bodies. This can lead to hea


How often should you get a Massage?
There's no universally answer to how often someone should get a massage. The ideal frequency varies on individual factors. Depending on Your Job The nature of work exerts distinct physical stresses on musculoskeletal system. These stresses dictate, to a significant extent, how frequently massage can be beneficial for recovery, injury prevention, and overall physical maintenance. Here are jobs categorized based on there physical demand. High Physical Demand and Strain This cat
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