Heated Paraffin Wax Therapy

by Mallery Gulbraa, RMT Heated paraffin wax therapy is quite common and widely used to aid in the treatment of conditions such as: Arthritis and Bursitis Stiff Joints, Tendonitis, Tennis Elbow Fibrositis, Scar Tissue Inflammation Muscle Spasms, overworked/Fatigued Muscles, Fibromyalgia Psoriasis, Eczema One of the overlooked benefits of paraffin therapy is that it soothes and moisturizes the skin, opens pores, increases circulation, and promotes a sense of calm in the…

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TMJ Disfunction and Massage

by Mallery Gulbraa, R.M.T. TMJ disfunction is a common disorder of the temporomandibular joints, muscle s of mastication, and other associated structures.  Massage and acupuncture can be very effective ways of helping you cope and deal with TMJ Disfunction.      Do you have TMJ Disfunction?  Pain is the most common TMJ symptom. The pain is often described as a transient, dull ache in the jaw joint and nearby areas, including…

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Therapeutic or Relaxation? What’s the difference?

Mallery is a registered massage therapist at The Acupuncture Turning Point. She got her massage training at CDI college in Edmonton, and is a member of the National Health Practitioners of Canada. Mallery grew up on the farm, and she is still a country folk at heart. She moved into the big city three years ago, to follow her passion of helping people relax and to improve the quality of…

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