Massage beats depression
Posted by mary on May 27, 2011
Blues, be gone
Less cortisol and more serotonin and dopamine in your system may also mean less stress, anxiety, and depression. “We know that the right side of the frontal lobe of the brain is more active when we’re sad, and the left side’s activated when we’re happy,” says Tiffany Field, Ph.D., director of the Touch Research Institute at the University of Miami School of Medicine. “Our studies have observed that massage decreases activity in the right lobe and increases functioning in the left.” The well-being people feel after a massage is a big reason why some hospitals offer it to anxious patients preparing for surgery and cancer patients going through chemo.
Here at Mary Barry Massage Therapy, we provide effective treatments for stress and pain management.
Don’t wait, call today to schedule your appointment. You’ll be glad you did.
Wave “Goodbye” to pain with massage
Posted by mary on May 26, 2011
Having your honey rub your back is sweet, but it’s tough to compete with the hands of a pro. A good massage therapist can make you feel like a new person. And now research suggests massage can ease insomnia, boost immunity, prevent PMS, and more. Maybe that’s why hospitals are making it a standard therapy.
“All of our surgery patients are offered the treatment — I call it ‘service with a smile’ — and it’s a mandatory weekly prescription I give myself,” says Mehmet C. Oz, M.D., director of the Cardiovascular Institute at New York Presbyterian Hospital–Columbia Presbyterian Medical Center and a member of the board at LLuminari, a health-education company.
Our advice: Enjoy your hands-on time with your sweetie, but set aside some time for a real massage, too. Here are some feel-good reasons:
Goodbye, pain
It sounds like a no-brainer, but rubdowns are especially effective for aches like low-back pain. Researchers at the Group Health Center for Health Studies in Seattle, Washington, found that massage works better than common treatments including chiropractic therapy and acupuncture. It’s not clear why, but several studies show massage reduces levels of the stress hormone cortisol while boosting the feel-good hormones serotonin and dopamine. Those changes slow your heart rate, reduce blood pressure, and block your nervous system’s pain receptors. Massage also increases blood flow to the muscles, which may help them heal.
A bonus: Massage also seems to ease distress from migraine, labor pain, and even cancer, as well as the body tenderness seen with fibromyalgia, says Tiffany Field, Ph.D., director of the Touch Research Institute at the University of Miami School of Medicine. Plus, the benefits may last as long as a year after just a few treatments, says Partap Khalsa, Ph.D., a chiropractor and a program officer at the National Institutes of Health’s National Center for Complementary and Alternative Medicine, the agency funding many major studies on massage.
Visit us at Mary Barry Massage Therapy. We provide effective massage treatments for pain and stress management.
Get the most from your next massage
Posted by mary on May 17, 2011
* Before the session, give your massage therapist accurate health information and share your expectations.
* Your massage therapist will probably use oils or lotions to decrease friction on your skin. If you have allergies, tell your massage therapist.
* Music might be played during your massage session. If you find music distracting, let your massage therapist know your preferences. The same goes for talking during your session.
* Report any discomfort you experience during the massage session, whether it’s physical or has something to do with the environment.
* Provide your massage therapist feedback during the massage concerning pressure and speed of hand movement, for example.
* Discuss any apprehensions you have about massage therapy with your massage therapist. Remember, your massage therapist is a professional who is dedicated to the profession.
* Remember, too, the therapeutic benefits of massage are cumulative, so the more often you get a massage, the better you will feel and the more quickly your body will respond.
These helpful hints are highlighted by the American Massage Therapy Association.
Pamper Your Mom
Posted by mary on May 4, 2011
Surprise your Mom with a calming, relaxing massage in our tranquil retreat.
Let the pampering begin!
Our Gift To You
$10 off coupon with each gift certificate purchase
(Thru’ May 14th 2011)
Convenient ways to purchase a gift certificate:
- Contact us via telephone at 508-923-0044
- Email us at marybarry@marybarry.com
The Mini-Vacation Effect of a Massage
Posted by mary on Mar 22, 2011
Take a mini vacation – Schedule a massage!
A mini vacation has never been more affordable.
Take an hour for yourself and experience that carefree vacation feeling. Unwind in our tranquil setting. Leave your work stress, economy stress, home-schedule stress and any other type of stress behind.
Our massages can alleviate back pain, headaches, fatigue, sore muscles leaving you refreshed and rejuvenated.
No long lines at airports. Just call (508) 923 0044 today and discover a wonderful alternative to an expensive vacation.
You deserve it!
Mary Barry Massage Therapy
106 West Grove Street
Middleboro
(508) 923 0044
www.marybarry.com
Congratulations!
Posted by mary on Mar 14, 2011
The Mary Barry Massage Basketball Team won the MSSBL Championship Finals. Congratulations to all the young talented players who displayed such dedication and commitment to their team. We couldn’t have done it without Coach Dave. Thanks Coach!
Valentine Massage Gifts
Posted by mary on Feb 8, 2011
- Treat that special someone to a relaxing massage.
- This year, show them you selected a thoughtful gift.
- Your Valentine will experience the glow of a stress reducing treatment.
- Everyone is seeking a way to relieve life’s stress.
- Help your Valentine find the perfect way with a Massage Gift.
- Give them a gift from the heart.
Convenient ways to purchase a gift certificate:
- Contact us via telephone at 508-923-0044
- Email us at marybarry@marybarry.com
Holiday Gifts From The Heart
Posted by mary on Nov 29, 2010
Thank You……. Thank You…….. Thank You
Typical reactions on opening a Massage Gift:
1. Screams of delight
2. “You are so thoughtful”
3. Hugs of joy
4. “Wow! This is the best gift ever”
5. Jumping up and down
6. “Goodbye stress…..Hello a new relaxed me”
Typical comments after using a Massage Gift:
1. “That was the best gift ever”
2. “I’ve never felt so relaxed and stress free”
3. “Your caring gift alleviated my headaches”
4. “I feel I’ve been given a new body”
5. “Can’t believe I feel no more aches or soreness”
6. “Your kind gift relieved my back and neck pain”
Convenient ways to purchase a gift certificate:
- Contact us via telephone at 508-923-0044
- Email us at marybarry@marybarry.com
Gift certificates can be:
- Mailed directly to you or the recipient
- Picked up at our office: 106 West Grove St. Middleboro
Buy local December 5 & 10
Posted by mary on Nov 29, 2010
Local businesses and organizations are promoting a Buy Local Campaign particularly on December 5th and 10th from 4-7PM. The Cranberry County Chamber of Commerce and Middleboro’s Office of Economic and Community Development Office have arranged special events in conjunction with local businesses and other organizations.
More information is on the South Shore Computer Repair web site.
This a good time to remind you that we offer massage gift certificates. We can’t think of a more unique way to support the local economy and the businesses run by your friends and neighbors.
Have a happy holiday season.
Massage and tension headaches
Posted by mary on Sep 2, 2010
A recent study shows that massage can be effective relief for tension headaches.
And so much more …..