Author: Julie Onofrio

Basics: Aromatherapy is the art of healing using different aromas made from highly concentrated extracts of herbs, flowers, shrubs and other plants.  The oils contain substances that have been found to be therapeutic when inhaled or applied to the skin with a carrier oil. Storing of oils:  Essential oils should be stored in a cool,…

Trigger point – (Myofascial):   An area of hyper-irritability within soft tissue structures, characterized by local tenderness and sometimes referred phenomena.  These referred sensations can include pain, tingling, numbness burning, or itching. Not all trigger points refer pain, some are just localized.  Each person is different depending on their life history. Localized areas of deep tenderness…

Sports Massage – specific areas of trouble and Sports Massage Strokes Running/Jogging:Long distance: Hamstrings, Quadriceps, Adductors, Gastrocnemius, Knees, Ankles, Plantar Fascia, Quadratus Lumborum, Piriformis, Gluteals, Iliopsoas, Abdominals, Trapezius, Deltoids, Teres Major, Teres Minor. Distance running stresses the joints because of the repetitive pounding and jarring of the hips, knees, ankles and feet. The balance of…

Pre-event Guidelines Sports Massage is basically applying the principles of bodywork and massage to athletes.  What makes it different is that athletes have very special needs.   Knowing the person and the sport is what will make your treatment of greater value. This is a short, specific treatment given immediately before ( 30 minutes- 24 hours…