Corey Proffitt Studios Massage - Lexington, KY
Massage and Carpal Tunnel Syndrome
by Corey Proffitt Studios Massage on 01/21/12
If you suffer from carpal tunnel syndrome, then you know just how painful and debilitating it can be. The good news for you? Massage therapy can help.
Carpal tunnel symptoms include tingling, numbness, burning and pain in the hand. It is caused by pressure on the nerve in the wrist that supplies feeling and movement to parts of the hand. This is called the median nerve.
There is an area in your wrist where the nerve enters the hand, which is called the carpal tunnel. The carpal tunnel is normally narrow, so any swelling can pinch the nerve. This is carpal tunnel syndrome.
Carpal tunnel is linked to activities where repetitive use of the hands is involved. Some activities thought to put individuals at risk are heavy computer use, sewing, driving, painting and several other repetitive tasks.
Massage therapy has been shown to be beneficial in treating carpal tunnel, as well as the symptoms. It is important to choose a massage therapist who is familiar with this condition, and comfortable treating it. One massage treatment is not likely to be sufficient, therefore you will want to work out a treatment plan with your massage therapist. Always keep in mind that many problems in our bodies have taken months or years to create, therefore it will take regular massage treatments to undo them.
Massage During The Holidays
by Corey Proffitt Studios Massage on 12/12/11
The holiday season is a great time of celebration with family and friends, but often times it also brings stress and hectic schedules. This makes it a very important time to remember yourself and your body!
Many people shift most, or all of their focus around others during the holiday season. And while massage makes a great gift for others, it is also very important to receive therapeutic massage treatements on a regular basis, including the hoildays. The positive benefits of a professional massage will allow your mind and body to function at their very best, and will result in allowing you to enjoy your festivities even more and feel better.
Massage calms the nervous system and keeps your muscles healthy and functional. Many people do not realize that massage also helps maintain your blood pressure, boosts your immune system, removes toxins from your body and has many other hidden benefits. Be sure to take the time for your own health and wellness.
Enjoy your holiday season and have a wonderful New Year!
Massage and Sciatica
by Corey Proffitt Studios Massage on 12/03/11
Sciatica is a very common, yet very painful conditon mainly affecting the lower torso and legs. This condition is caused by a variety of structural and muscular conditions that result in an impingment of the sciatic nerve, which can be a result of injuries, trauma or overuse from everyday life. For most individuals, Sciatica is very uncomfortable and becomes more extreme with each recurring attack.
Most people describe their symptoms as sharp, shooting pains in the hip and going down the leg. In the acute phase of an attack the pain is usually constant, but may subside temporarily. The pain can return very sudden, and often times unexpectedly. Sciatica is caused by deep muscle spasms in the buttocks, resulting in an impinged sciatic nerve near the hip. This causes the severe pain and weakness that sciatica is known for.
Massage therapy is a great treatment for sciatica and pain relief. Massage helps to increase bloodflow to the muscles, remove toxins from them and helps to lengthen and relax them. Massage also helps the restore range of motion and felxibility during the recovery process.
If you are experiencing muscular pain, call 859.421.3085 to schedule your massage in Lexington, KY.
Massage For A Smooth Seasonal Transition
by Corey Proffitt Studios Massage on 11/12/11
Have you noticed friends and relatives who complain of feeling a sudden onset of both physical and mental ailments because of the transition from Summer to Fall? As the weather gets colder and people are spending less time outdoors in the sunlight, aches and pains begin to set in as well as moderate to severe depression.
Reacting to changes in the amount of sunlight available, our pineal gland, which is located in the brain, begins to secrete excessive amounts of Melatonin, a hormone that facilitates sleep, but when released in excessive amounts it is believed that Melatonin may contribute to depression. This is where massage can help. Massage helps calm our body and mind at the same time, and move into our parasympathetic nervous systems where we can find our natural relaxation response. While stress makes our muscles shorten and tighten, massage does the opposite by softening our muscles and lengthening them. In addition, massage helps balance our endocrine system, which is responsible for the release of hormones.
Getting massage on a regular basis is a great way to maintain good health, both physically and mentally. Always remember to take time for yourself and for your body. You deserve it!
Corey Proffitt Studios Wins Second CMUS Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award
by Corey Proffitt Studios Massage on 10/25/11
http://news.yahoo.com/corey-proffitt-studios-wins-second-cmus-talk-town-070427083.html
Massage therapy practice earns high customer satisfaction scores and two consecutive Talk of the Town Awards for customer satisfaction.
Lexington, KY (PRWEB) October 19, 2011
Author: Jamie Rawcliffe - Talk Of The Town News
With a 5 star rating in customer satisfaction in 2011, Corey Proffitt Studios has earned the prestigious CMUS Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award for the second consecutive year. Earning the award in the Health and Medical category, the massage therapy practice won for providing excellent customer service.The Talk of the Town Awards, presented by Talk of the Town News, Customer Care News magazine and Celebration Media, honor companies and professionals that provide excellent customer service as reported by their customers through no-cost, user-review websites, blogs, social networks, business rating services, and other honors and accolades. This data is analyzed by a team of researchers and converted into a star rating; only those that receive a 4-star to 5-star rating receive the Talk of the Town Customer Satisfaction Award.
Corey Proffitt Studios, a private massage therapy practice, was founded in April 2009 and rapidly became known for owner Corey Proffitt's exceptional massage therapy and outstanding customer service. Offering Swedish massage, deep tissue massage, Lomi Lomi Hawaiian massage, hot stone massage, prenatal massage and reflexology, the practice aims to relieve pain, increase relaxation and help dissolve the toxins and muscular discomfort brought on by everyday life. Lomi Lomi Hawaiian massage was added in 2010 and has become a favorite; the practice is one of the few in Lexington offering this traditional Hawaiian style of healing.
''Modern living places a variety of stresses on our bodies that can result in physical discomfort, anxiety and depression,'' says Proffitt, LMT, NCTMB. ''I specialize in achieving natural, healthy relief from muscle pain, using a variety of traditional massage therapy and Asian therapeutic bodywork techniques while also calming the nervous system.''
Corey Proffitt Studios provides professional massage therapy in a safe and relaxing atmosphere marked by earth tone colors, soothing waterfall sounds, ambient lighting and wonderful natural scents. Amenities include a therapeutic memory foam massage table with optional heat, and same-day bookings are encouraged. ''My clients are able to experience relief and a sense of overall well-being from the treatments they receive,'' says Proffitt.
The practice's customer satisfaction ratings speak for themselves. Proffitt puts his clients' needs first, working with each client individually to create a unique treatment designed to meet their specific needs. ''My customers are my top priority, and I treat them as I would want to be treated. I treat them with respect from the moment they walk through the door, provide them with beyond exceptional massage and make sure that their expectations have been met before they leave.''
Corey Proffitt Studios is located at 2121 Richmond Rd., Ste. 211 C in Lexington. For more information about the practice and its services, call 859-421-3085 or go online at http://www.relaxyoudeserveit.com.
About the Award and Sponsors:
This is the third year CMUS, Talk of the Town News and Customer Care News have honored companies for achieving high levels of customer satisfaction with the Talk of the Town Awards. Among the types of organizations and professionals eligible to receive the award are hospitals, dentists, accountants, physical therapists, veterinarians, optometrists, insurance, chiropractors, lawyers, financial planners, restaurants, bakeries, event centers, home improvement companies, florists, spas, salons and mortgage companies.
For more information about the award or its sponsors, please contact CMUS and Talk of the Town News at 877-498-6405 or online at http://www.talkofthetownnews.com.
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Jamie Rawcliffe
877-498-6405
