Suffering from migraines? Consider Hand Reflexology
Migraine headaches affect more than 10% of the global population and is the leading cause of disability for women under 50. This neurological condition causes debilitating, one-sided headaches that can last for hours or days. In addition to the pain it can be accompanied by nausea, fatigue, visual disturbances, tingling [...]
Hacking the Suprachiasmatic Nucleus for Better Sleep, Easing Depression, and a Happier Heart
The Suprachiasmatic Nucleus, aka the SCN, is located in the brain sandwiched between the optic chiasm - where visual data enters the brain from the eyes - and the hypothalamus - a structure in charge of integrating the nervous and endocrine systems. The SCN acts as our body's 24-hour [...]
Getting the Most Out of Your Reflexology Treatment
The following tips will help ensure you get the most out of your reflexology treatments. Start with preparing your mind and body so you can feel relaxed, comfortable, and enjoy the full benefits of this modality. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions regarding any of these [...]
Covid is airborne, open a window
Indoor air quality (IAQ) has been on a lot of our minds this past year as we navigate being in the midst of a viral pandemic that travels through exhalations, talking, singing, shouting, sneezing, and coughing. Teams of scientists in the fields of epidemiology, public health, aerosols, fluid mechanics, and [...]
A Holistic Approach to Plantar Fasciitis
In sixteen years of hanging out with feet I've seen my share of plantar fasciitis and other painful foot conditions. Let me walk you through the most common risk factors I see contributing to plantar fasciitis, ways to address them, what goes into determining a reflexology diagnosis*, and some suggestions [...]
Ventilation in the Wellness Studio
What's the owner of a wellness studio to do when an airborne virus turns into a pandemic? I've asked myself this question sooo many times, read through hundreds of research papers and articles, then sat down and crunched some serious math. I thought I'd share the evolution of my [...]