What to expect during a Hot Stone massage
Hot stone massage is a massage tradition that centres on the use of several smooth, heated stones in the massage technique. During the session, the therapist places the heated stones on specific regions of the body while giving a massage. Basalt river rocks are often used for these massages because they are naturally smooth and are known to retain heat effectively. In essence, the heated stones provide localised heat and weight to purposefully chosen regions of the body.
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Bodybuilding Most of us may believe that we have an understanding of bodybuilding – a parade of men and women with muscles beyond our wildest dreams. Regardless of your opinions on body building, it cannot be denied that the men and women who do it have dedicated their lives to reaching very specific goals. A bodybuilder is not just somebody who trains in the gym and has a muscular physique – a bodybuilder is somebody who competes in bodybuilding competitions. Bodybuilding is an exercise technique that is purely based on intense resistance th
Read moreBack pain - Costochondritis - Chiropractor Centurion
The definition of costochondritis is an inflammatory process of 1 or more costochondral cartilages that causes localized tenderness and pain in the anterior chest wall
Read moreJazz Dancing for over 50's
jazz dance classes can help build muscle strength, endurance, and tone
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Gynaecology If you became somewhat uncomfortable when reading the title of this article, you definitely aren’t the only one. This uncomfortable feeling, however, is not one that you should be feeling. Some how, we have managed to make the practical, logical and necessary health concerns of females around the world a taboo subject. Fortunately there is a conscious move towards making woman feel comfortable and unashamed about taking control of their sexual and reproductive health. A Gynaecologist is a doctor that specializes in the treatment
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Child Chiropractic. What many people fail to realise is that most the spinal discomfort or injury that we feel as we get older are repercussions of small injuries that may have occurred when we were children. Back injury can begin as early as childbirth and should be monitored throughout a child’s growth in order to prevent as much injury as possible. A Child Chiropractic is trained to deal specifically with the spines of infants and young children, helping to strengthen and develop their spines whilst they are still young to prevent injury d
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An Obstetrician is a medical professional who deals with pregnancy, childbirth and the female reproductive system. An Obstetrician is able to guide you through your pregnancy, right to the very end
Read moreExfoliating in Sunny Climates: Precautions and Best Practices
Focusing on the role of exfoliation in maintaining smooth, youthful skin as we age
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Everyone noticed the spots on all the swimmers in the Olympics a few years ago
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Aromatherapy aims to improve one’s psychological and physical well being through the use of aromatic plant oils, aroma compounds and essential oils. The practice of Aromatherapy has ancient roots going back to early civilisations in China, India, Egypt, Greece and Rome. Aromatherapy can be used in conjunction with other therapy methods or more standard medical practices.
Read moreUnderstanding Funeral Homes: Providing Support and Comfort for the Elderly in South Africa
Funeral homes in South Africa play a vital role in supporting and comforting the elderly and their families during times of loss and grief
Read moreThe Chakras
It is vital to understand that the happiness of our life, is determined by the quality of our thoughts.
Read morePower foods for beginners in body building
For beginners in bodybuilding, diet is just as vital as exercise as food and drink will provide your body with the materials it needs to grow, and the energy it needs to perform in the gym. Consider adding these superfoods or drinks to your diet plan if you want to take bodybuilding to the next level:
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Art Therapy Improving your well-being and over all mental, physical and emotional health through the creative process is exactly what Art Therapy is. Art Therapists are trained to guide individuals through a variety of different issues – whether it be rehabilitation, counseling, psychotherapy and healing. Art Therapists Art Therapists are definitely not the airy-fairy image you may have in your mind. A trained art therapist will need to have acquired their Masters Degree in both psychology and art in order to practice and treat patients. An
Read moreMidwife and Antenatal Services
Midwives are healthcare professionals specializing in providing prenatal, intrapartum, and postpartum care for pregnant women and newborns
Read moreBack pain - Postural syndrome - Dr Gert Ferreira - Chiropractor in Centurion
The next and last part of the series on mid back pain is on Postural syndrome and Dr Gert Ferreira a chiropractor in Centurion will be discussing this condition
Read moreSafety tips for CrossFit beginners
Make sure you warm up and cool down sufficiently as part of your workout session.
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