First of all, I'm not a doctor or therapist. I just have spent most of my life learning from them, to undo the effects of major depression that I've had from childhood. If you suffer from depression, first talk to your medical professional to see what approach is best for you. That is what I've done, but I add to what I've learned by trying a few other things on my own. Don't do anything to yourself that is potentially self-injurious, it pays to research any new technique or approach thoroughly, just to be safe. Whatever works for me may not work for you, we all have our own ways of responding to different treatments. I just know that not all my recovery has come from what was learned at the doctor's office. Being exceptionally strong-willed, my mission has mainly been to boost self-esteem, and fight those inner feelings of sadness that never go away (effects of depression.) Here are some ways that have helped me live a productive and successful life, despite mental challenges.
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Six months ago, it was necessary for me to go for physical therapy for a slipped disk in my back. The therapist hooked me up to a small machine called a TENS unit, for one of my treatments. They put small, non-invasive sticky circles (electrodes) on the part of my body needing therapy and then turned the machine on. It felt really good, sort of like a massage. Depending upon how the therapist adjusted the dials, the machine would make knocking or pinging sensations on my back. There are also knobs to adjust the intensity of each sensation. After researching the TENS unit on the internet, I ordered a small one, about the size of a deck of playing cards.
According to what I read about them, TENS machines are not only good for distracting your body into feeling good sensations rather than pain, but they can make your body produce endorphins, or feel-good chemicals, too. This intrigued me, since having depression, I'll take all the feel-good anything I can get (as long as it is both moral and legal.) So, I set up to test this on myself and see if there was any merit to the theory. After years of taking various anti-depressants, some work more than others but none completely take away depression, in my experience. Not being a scientist or doctor, I read up on everything about the TENS machine. There are rules that come along with the machine, like not putting the electrodes on the head, neck or the heart areas. Make sure to follow all of them thoroughly. People with pacemakers should not use TENS units, because it can interfere with the way they work. As with medicines, ask your doctor before using one.
By placing the electrodes along my spine, and setting the TENS settings to the recommended low frequency (pulse) levels. You want low muscle contraction, and to use the TENS for approximately 20 to 40 minutes. If you set it for higher muscle contractions, your muscles may ache later, so I rely on what the experts say, to use it at low settings. For more detailed information, I found these sites helpful:
Using the TENS unit has helped my overall mood, it seems, as after using it, my demeanor is calm and relaxed. Though I don't know if this is due to the machine itself or not, but I believe that using it has helped me. Combined with other treatments, this TENS therapy is assisting me (along with other techniques for reducing depression) in making a more enjoyable life. Go ahead and research TENS units online, and see if this is something suitable for you. In my point of view, it is a viable way to help combat depression.
Table Showers (or also called 'Body Scrub/Wash Massage') provide for a truly invigorating and relaxing experience. Better yet, aside from a time of pampering, they bring a lot more to the 'table' in the form of health benefits.
While many people may have heard of table showers, many are unfamiliar with what exactly they are, or what they can expect to take place during one.
It's our hope to help bring to your attention the details so you will feel comfortable getting one at your local massage spa. We think you'll see it's well worth it, and you may even wonder what took you so long to catch on!
Where do table showers take place?
Most massage spas tend to have individual/private shower rooms where you receive your table shower. Setups can differ from one business to another, but virtually all will have a massage table in the center of the room that has been fitted with a waterproof covering (usually plastic). Fresh towels are placed on the table before each session for hygienic reasons.
Some table shower rooms feature a number of shower heads directly above the table that give the recipient a water based massage or cascading rain effect. Others will feature hand-held type shower heads which your masseuse will use for your session.
What do I wear during this type of treatment?
During table showers, you Mobile Iv Therapy near me typically are not wearing anything, but state laws usually require that you are covered at all times throughout the duration of your session. This is the same as most massage therapy regulations, except instead of being covered with a sheet, your private areas are draped with a towel.
What does the table shower treatment consist of?
This service provides a great to help keep your skin healthy and clean because you are usually scrubbed from head to toe (except for the obvious areas!) with an exfoliation sponge/cloth or a cleansing body wash/scrub. Exfoliation is the process of removing the dead skin cells from your body to expose the fresh, 'younger' skin below. This helps prevent acne, ingrown hairs, and improves the overall appearance and health of your skin.
After you lay face down on the table, your masseuse will shower your body with water set to the temperature that is set to your liking. Next comes the body scrub down using gentle massage-like strokes. This helps to not only cleanse your skin but helps increase your blood circulation and induce a state of relaxation. Once finished, the final rinse comes. Most spas that offer table showers will also shampoo your hair if you request. Why not?
On average, most table showers last anywhere from 30 minutes to an hour.
Where do they offer table showers?
This service is may be found at your local health spa, massage spa or parlor. In Los Angeles, body scrub massages are common to the Asian massage facilities found throughout the area. If you're not sure, just take a look at the business' website or give them a call to find out.
The next time you are at your local massage spa, why not give this therapeutic, pampering experience a try?
If you are local to the South Bay of Los Angeles, U & I Massage Torrance invites you to come enjoy our Table Showers Los Angeles service. We're confident that once you are introduced to this type of treatment you won't regret it. We hope to serve you soon!