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Prenatal massage is a specialized form of therapeutic massage designed to support the unique needs of expectant mothers. It offers numerous benefits, including relief from pregnancy-related discomforts, reduced stress and anxiety, improved circulation, and enhanced overall well-being. At The Self Centre, our highly trained and compassionate therapists provide expert care, ensuring each session is tailored…

Therapeutic massage is a vital component of holistic health, offering numerous benefits that extend beyond simple relaxation. For those in Edmonton, this specialized form of massage therapy targets deeper layers of muscle and connective tissue, addressing specific physical issues and promoting overall well-being. Massage Therapy plays a crucial role in alleviating chronic muscle tension and pain,…

In the holistic health world, there are always new therapies coming in and out of style. Your friends have raved about cycling, cold water plunges, juice cleanses, and other ways they try to stay healthy. One trend you may have heard about is cupping therapy. However, the truth is that cupping therapy is not a…

Are you looking for ways to get rid of the dry skin on your body and uncover fresh smooth skin? Do you want a way to relax and unwind, exfoliate and hydrate your skin all while relaxing in professional hands? If so, then you need to learn all that you can about sugar scrubs. There…

According to estimates, 17 per cent of Canadians use massage therapy. For some, it’s a matter of relaxing, while for others it’s a way to treat pain or other health issues. There are several types of massage, but they usually fall into two categories. Those categories are therapeutic massage and relaxation massage. Each type has a…

Did you know the ancient Chinese and Egyptians used healing cupping techniques? There’s much controversy around the origin of cupping, but there’s no doubt this healing technique has been around for thousands of years. Many people enjoy cupping, even if it does leave them looking like they’ve been hugged too tightly by an octopus. For…

Are you looking for injury recovery options? You are not alone. In six months, 5 in 10 Canadians suffered back pain, which is one of the most common injuries! It is overwhelming to know how to recover from injuries and pain. Do you just take medication and wait? Or are there other proactive ways to help heal?…

Massage therapy is often thought of as a luxury. It’s considered something to do just to relax and have a pleasurable experience. That said, massage is often used as an option for pain relief or aid in injury/surgery recovery. There’s a lot of evidence that using massage for pain relief is effective and can help…

Meditation and the concept of mindfulness are now fairly mainstream and we all probably know the importance of being  in the “present” moment.  Mindfulness is a mental, physical and emotional state of being where one remains focused on the present moment. It’s a way to free yourself from outside thoughts, emotions and simply exist in…

Anxiety is a term that can encompass several feelings including worry, fear and unease. Sometimes we label it as ‘stress’. We can all feel anxiety to varying degrees at times in our lives such as before a job interview, when a loved one is sick, or during transitional life moments such as graduations or kids…