When choosing essential oils for home use, only use pure, high-quality oils. Ask one of our massage therapists for more information on how to choose the right essential oils for you.

Always use a base oil like almond or . . . → Read More: Aromatherapy and Essential Oils to Decrease Stress]]> http://loosenupbodywork.com/2012/04/self-care/aromatherapy-and-essential-oils-to-decrease-stress/feed/ 0 http://loosenupbodywork.com/2012/03/ergonomics/tips-for-preventing-rsi-repetitive-strain-injuries/ http://loosenupbodywork.com/2012/03/ergonomics/tips-for-preventing-rsi-repetitive-strain-injuries/#comments Tue, 27 Mar 2012 13:38:45 +0000 Loosen Up Bodywork http://loosenupbodywork.com/?p=606 Repetitive strain injury (RSI) (also known as repetitive stress injury), is often caused by repetitive motions at work, especially for people who work at a desk and use a computer all day.

Can you rotate your day’s activities or even . . . → Read More: Tips for Preventing RSI: Repetitive Strain Injuries]]> http://loosenupbodywork.com/2012/03/ergonomics/tips-for-preventing-rsi-repetitive-strain-injuries/feed/ 0 http://loosenupbodywork.com/2012/03/self-care/self-care-for-your-feet-ankles/ http://loosenupbodywork.com/2012/03/self-care/self-care-for-your-feet-ankles/#comments Tue, 20 Mar 2012 13:50:48 +0000 Loosen Up Bodywork http://loosenupbodywork.com/?p=598 If you work all day standing or walking, you can feel exhausted at the end of the day with sore and tired feet. Here are some tips to take great care of your feet and feel more refreshed in the afternoon.

Wear supportive, comfortable shoes with flexible soles. If you can’t wear . . . → Read More: Self-Care for Your Feet & Ankles]]> http://loosenupbodywork.com/2012/03/self-care/self-care-for-your-feet-ankles/feed/ 1 http://loosenupbodywork.com/2012/03/articles/more-studies-show-the-health-benefits-of-massage-therapy/ http://loosenupbodywork.com/2012/03/articles/more-studies-show-the-health-benefits-of-massage-therapy/#comments Tue, 13 Mar 2012 15:48:25 +0000 Loosen Up Bodywork http://loosenupbodywork.com/?p=596 A recent Wall Street Journal article reports on the scientific studies of massage therapy. One possible benefit of these research projects is can be increased insurance coverage for massage therapy.

The biggest benefit is the increased legitimacy of massage to not only be for pampering, but to be an integral part of holistic self-care . . . → Read More: More Studies Show the Health Benefits of Massage Therapy]]> http://loosenupbodywork.com/2012/03/articles/more-studies-show-the-health-benefits-of-massage-therapy/feed/ 0 http://loosenupbodywork.com/2012/03/self-care/foam-roller-myofascial-release-class-in-walnut-creek-march-21/ http://loosenupbodywork.com/2012/03/self-care/foam-roller-myofascial-release-class-in-walnut-creek-march-21/#comments Fri, 02 Mar 2012 13:06:31 +0000 Loosen Up Bodywork http://loosenupbodywork.com/?p=581 Many people have complaints about constant tightness that no amount of yoga, exercises or stretching can seam to relieve. For people who suffer with these issues, the first thing I do is introduce them to the foam roller. This inexpensive, simple and effective tool gives them instant relief and can be used out . . . → Read More: Foam Roller & Myofascial Release Class in Walnut Creek March 21]]> http://loosenupbodywork.com/2012/03/self-care/foam-roller-myofascial-release-class-in-walnut-creek-march-21/feed/ 0