Normatec Compression Therapy: Massage Minutes, Episode 3

Similar to cryotherapy, compression therapy has been around for decades as a medical treatment. Normatec, the device used at Spa 31, actually started as a medical device used to treat a lymphedema, or chronic swelling. The FDA approved compression therapy for this purpose, and it is still used for lymphatic drainage, today. Your circulatory system delivers oxygen, nutrients and hormones to every cell in your body. At the same time, it flushes your system of toxins and metabolic wastes such as carbon dioxide and lactic acid. The idea behind compression therapy is that by increasing blood flow to specific parts…

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Blog 31, News & Updates January 17, 2021 789Views 0Likes by Alisha Rosenthal

Recipes and Meal Prep from a Spa?

Why Are We Sharing This Type of Content? So, we are not professional cooks, at Spa 31, but we do have families we feed each day, so we feel, somewhat, qualified to give some suggestions, when it comes to meal time. Also, it is our belief that it is within our responsibility to offer more than just massage and skincare services to you, in order to help you further pursue your wellness and beauty. Regular professional massage can help your body feel great! Getting a professional facial, regularly, will make you look beautiful! However, if you aren’t taking care of…

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Blog 31, Massage Therapy January 11, 2021 836Views 0Likes by Alisha Rosenthal

The difference between a Swedish and Deep Tissue Massage: Massage Minutes, Episode 2

In this video, Alisha explains the difference between Swedish massage and deep tissue massage. Swedish Massage? Swedish massage is mainly used to promote relaxation and reduce muscle tension caused by every day activities such as sitting at a computer. It is a lighter touch massage that still provides enough pressure to address any pain issues the tension in your body may be causing. Deep Tissue Massage? Deep tissue is a massage technique that is primarily used to treat chronic pain and muscle injury. A lot of people think deep tissue massage is supposed to be extra painful, causing the recipient…

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Blog 31, Massage Therapy January 4, 2021 768Views 0Likes by Alisha Rosenthal

This is my First Massage. What should I expect?: Massage Minutes, Episode 1

On our first episode of Massage Minutes, Alisha shows you what to expect when getting a massage at Spa 31. She explains how you will get on the table, how you will be covered, and what the massage will be like. What Happens when I arrive for my Massage? When you arrive at Spa 31, you will be asked to fill out some intake forms. We will use this information to determine what type of massage session is best for you. The paperwork will ask questions about medical conditions, medications, and stress levels. Your therapist will also go over these…

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Blog 31 December 29, 2020 642Views 0Likes by Alisha Rosenthal

2021: A Year of Intention and Inspiration

What’s your “word of the year?” This year, I have two words–INTENTION and INSPIRATION. Mostly, I spend my time muddling through tasks as they fall in front of me and doing things that have no point. This year I am planning to make every decision with intention. So, that decision can be spending money to add services to the spa menu, and intentionally helping clients while seeing a return on my investment. That decision could be getting up a few minutes earlier, to have quiet time, with the intention of bringing my best self to the day. Maybe, it is…

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