| Subject | Date Asked | Expert |
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| Scoliosis | 11/20/2009 | Rachel Beider, LMT |
Q: I hope you can help with this question. My mother has scoliosis and I'm trying to work out the best ...
A: Scoliosis can be either functional or structural. Functional scoliosis is acquired over years of ...
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| masage after surgery | 11/18/2009 | Zira |
Q: Now it is hard to find how to massage on a sprained or pulled or torn calf/ Achilles tendon i know ...
A: Ok to start with if your cleint is fresh out of surgery you can't do anything more than effleurage ...
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| massage after surgey | 11/18/2009 | Mikey |
Q: Now it is hard to find how to massage on a sprained or pulled or torn calf/ Achilles tendon i know ...
A: ) I understand your concern about athletes returning to the their sport as soon as possible, but ...
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| which oil to use? | 11/6/2009 | Zira |
Q: i would like to know whether olive oil is good to massage my four month old baby? otherwise which ...
A: I would actually use non scented baby oil for your baby. Just incase your baby is allergic to olive ...
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| Can you get sick from a massage? | 11/5/2009 | Rachel Beider, LMT |
Q: This is the second time I went for a message (the firs time being two months ago) and the day after ...
A: Nicole, Thank you for your question. Circulatory massage, like Swedish or Deep Tissue, can help the ...
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| blood thinners and massage | 10/27/2009 | Zira |
Q: I am currently taking my first Swedish massage course and learning about how we as massage ...
A: In all honesty the answer to your question is up to her doctor. You will require a dr note in order ...
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| contraindication | 10/26/2009 | Rachel Beider, LMT |
Q: Why cant you massage a patient who is under the influence of alcohol or drugs(medication) and if so ...
A: Yanique, Thank you for your question. As licensed professionals, we want to work on our clients in ...
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| certifed pediatric massage therapy | 10/24/2009 | Tina Allen, LMT, CPMMT, CPMT, CIMT |
Q: hi tina i have a son who is a special need child and i'm trying to find a pediatric massage ...
A: I can help you to find a qualified certified pediatric massage therapist (CPMT) in Washington state. ...
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| infant massage | 10/17/2009 | Tina Allen, LMT, CPMMT, CPMT, CIMT |
Q: is it good for newborns to recieve massages? how long after delivery can a mother recieve a massage
A: Massage is very beneficial for newborns. Clinical research has shown that massaging baby can aid in ...
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| NYC Marathon | 10/16/2009 | Rachel Beider, LMT |
Q: Rachel, Can you give me some good advise concerning getting massage before and after a marathon. I ...
A: Priscilla, Congratulations on taking such a huge step and running in the marathon! How exciting! ...
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| voluntary massage work | 10/14/2009 | Mikey |
Q: I'm a student studying level 3 Swedish massage. My query is about how / where can I find voluntary ...
A: I assume you mean charity or complimentary work for practice or promotional purposes? I am not sure ...
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| contra-indications | 10/13/2009 | Eunice |
Q: any condition already being treated by gp or another complementary therapist postural deformities ...
A: To answer some of your concerns: 1. Massage should not be given to people with any condition already ...
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| bulging discs and si joint pain | 10/4/2009 | Rachel Beider, LMT |
Q: I also went for a massage and my therapist said my SI joint was out of place also causing pain and ...
A: It's likely that the pain and numbness down your buttocks and leg are actually from the discs and ...
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| Blood Count and massage | 10/1/2009 | Rachel Beider, LMT |
Q: Since 2007 my bloodcount have dropped considerably; bloodplatelets=67/white blood=3.1/red blood=10.2 ...
A: I'm very sorry to hear about your situation. It's unlikely that a buildup of toxins in the muscles ...
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| left arm numb due to truck accident | 9/30/2009 | Kathryn Merrow |
Q: my dad had a bad wreck 3 weeks ago.he has had 3 different xrays an mri and a cat scan.they tell him ...
A: I'm so sorry to hear of your dad's accident but he is lucky he has you. I'm glad he doesn't have ...
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| Contraindications | 9/27/2009 | Eunice |
Q: I recently started a college course, a VTCT in Holistic Therapies. I am doing my homework and have ...
A: There are two types of contraindications, the absolute and the relative. Absolute contraindications ...
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| "flicking sensation" in gastrocnemius | 9/27/2009 | Rachel Beider, LMT |
Q: I am a sports massage therapist working with a rugby team, a physiotherapist and I also have my own ...
A: Is the pain sharp and shooting? Or more dull and aching? How about your client's strength? Without ...
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| baby massage | 9/20/2009 | Tina Allen, LMT, CPMMT, CPMT, CIMT |
Q: I have a 2 month old girl.i use mustsrd oil for her massage.is it a right choice?
A: Mustard Oil is used in many parts of the world for infant massage. Typically, I like to recommend a ...
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| Contra-indications to Massage | 9/16/2009 | Mikey |
Q: I asked the question below to one of the other experts John and his reply was Sorry, but I don't ...
A: sorry for the delay I was on vacation, the system seems to have let your question slip through. ;) ...
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| Pilates & Brain Haemorrahage | 9/15/2009 | Glenn Kukkee, HBSc (Psychology), RMT |
Q: A new client has come to my pilates class, she has informed me that she has had a brain hemorrhage 2 ...
A: Great question. Thanks for following it up. Many instructors would not go that far for their ...
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| surgery | 9/14/2009 | Eunice |
Q: I recently tried to book a massage at my local spa and they said their policy for any one who has ...
A: For major operations such as CS more than a year is required mainly because your internal organs ...
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| Massage oils | 9/13/2009 | Rachel Beider, LMT |
Q: I am a sports massage therapist working with a rugby team, a physiotherapist and I also have my own ...
A: It is possible that your client may be allergic to Arnica. The American Cancer Society website says: ...
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| Shoulder and hand pain | 8/31/2009 | Zira |
Q: Two weeks ago, I leased a new car. For some reason, I am experiencing a lot of shoulder, arm and ...
A: I think in this case you have to look at a few different factors. It could be the car, an old injury ...
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| hot stone and migraines | 8/31/2009 | Kathryn Merrow |
Q: Is hot stone beneficial for people with migraines. I have a client who was in a severe car accident ...
A: If you know how to do other types of massage also I am sure you would have a better chance of ...
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| Knots in muscles | 8/29/2009 | Kathryn Merrow |
Q: Hey there, I'm Ashley and I'm 16. Before I broke up with my boyfriend, he would practice his ...
A: Hey Ashley, Here are my thoughts: There are a lot of muscles on your chest and when they get ...
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| Pregnancy, Slipped Disc | 8/29/2009 | Rachel Beider, LMT |
Q: Below is the response I received for my question...I am baffled as to why my question could not be ...
A: Ruth, I'm terribly sorry I wasn't able to answer your question sooner. In addition to being a ...
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| The Therapist with Shingles | 8/28/2009 | Mikey |
Q: Hey! I've got shingles, and it's broken out on my arm. I received the antiviral medication and ...
A: Tiffany, I'm sorry to hear you are suffering from this plight! Shingles are no fun! Unfortunately ...
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| Internal shingles | 8/27/2009 | Eunice |
Q: A patient i have has internal shingles. Is it safe to go on with the massage?
A: Internal shingles is very rare and is viral in origin. If your patient is diagnosed to have shingles ...
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| ? | 8/26/2009 | Mikey |
Q: when is a massage contraindication for thoracic outlet syndrome
A: Sara, In general not only is massage not contraindicated for TOS, it is *indicated* as a treatment. ...
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| Abdominal oblique pain | 8/24/2009 | Rachel Estelle |
Q: My friend is in his 40's and working out like mad to stay in shape. His abs are not flat and he ...
A: I would love to answer your question, however, this question is extremely hard to answer verbally. ...
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| elbow injury | 8/24/2009 | Kathryn Merrow |
Q: So I injured my elbow playing basketball for my school. Heres what happened: I took a hit to the ...
A: The x-rays showed nothing was broken but perhaps you have a dislocation. This is my best guess. ...
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| massage | 8/20/2009 | Kathryn Merrow |
Q: heya!! im doin a thesis at the min on hot stone massage for college..........have you any ...
A: I do not do hot stone massage but I have experienced it. This is the input I believe would be most ...
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| massage | 8/16/2009 | Eunice |
Q: I have a cleient who is requesting a massage however they have been diagnosed with nephropathy ...
A: Here are my concerns: 1. Does your client have a doctor's recommendation for a massage? In my ...
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| Severe Pain in Left Thumb and Left Arm Numbness after car accident | 8/13/2009 | Kathryn Merrow |
Q: I am [already a 100% Disabled Veteran with Chronic daily Migraine Pain X 13 years] then on December ...
A: First, I want to invite you to know that you aren't 100% disabled. You can walk and type and see ...
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| BICEPS AND QUADRICEPS | 8/12/2009 | Glenn Kukkee, HBSc (Psychology), RMT |
Q: When an individual is experiencing spams in the biceps and quadriceps and I want to incorporate ...
A: The techniques depend on a few conditions - -Biceps brachii are unusual to spasm in anyone other ...
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| Massage of foot | 8/12/2009 | Kathryn Merrow |
Q: I have a condition called Epidural fibrosos..failed back syndrome. As a result I have referred ...
A: Your massage therapist is likely correct--that it shouldn't do any harm. Massage therapy is ...
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| Physical therapy | 8/12/2009 | Zira |
Q: I was just wondering whether you can give me any more information in regard to physical therapy and ...
A: A physio is not a doctor. A phyiso rehabs the body physically whether it be through stretching or ...
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| info | 8/8/2009 | Tina Allen, LMT, CPMMT, CPMT, CIMT |
Q: Are you going to organize your wonderful workshops in Chicago area? Please do!!!!!!!!!
A: We are planning workshops in the Chicago area for 2010. Please email us at info@liddlekidz.com, so ...
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| massage therapy licence | 8/5/2009 | John Nickolas Barakitis |
Q: I graduated massage school 2 years ago, but never apply to get the license yet. Somebody told me ...
A: I just spoke with the director of admissions here in NH who also files for Florida. She never heard ...
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| masage law | 8/3/2009 | Brandy Thurman |
Q: i am a beauty therapist working in a spa,we do have a lot massage to do for a day,but sometimes ...
A: If your manager does not limit the number of massages you can perform a day, then I would consider ...
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