Month: June 2020

Whole Body Vibration Exercise & Therapy

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Whole Body Vibration Therapy

What is It?

Vibration has been used for therapeutic purposes since the late 1800s. Presently, vibration therapy is used by NASA to help prevent muscle loss in astronauts, and it is becoming more widely available to the general public.  Twinsfeather makes it available for those interested in trying it for themselves.  

Whole body vibration can be life-changing in its effects on the nervous system and brain.  Immediate effects include rapidly rising levels of two neurotransmitters, serotonin and nor-epinephrine, that have positive effects on mood and energy levels.  Serotonin is a neurotransmitter in your brain that contributes to sounder sleep and feelings of mastery, pleasure, and relaxation. The benefits of whole body vibration therapy are obtained by lying, sitting, or standing on a machine that is supported by a vibrating platform. With vibration machines, frequency and amplitude are adjusted to meet the specific needs of each client.

Some Benefits Include
 
· DETOX THE BODY
· INCREASE BONE DENSITY
· WEIGHT LOSS
· THE 10-MINUTE WORKOUT
· REJUVENATION: SEX, BEAUTY, AND MOBILITY
· BOOST YOUR ENERGY
· INCREASE CIRCULATION
 
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What Can Help With Limited Joint Mobility and Range of Motion?

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Definition: Joint Mobility is defined as the degree to which an articulation (where two bones meet) can move before being restricted by surrounding tissues (ligaments/tendons/muscles etc.). Otherwise known as the range of uninhibited movement around a joint.

Range of Motion & Flexibility

Range of motion exercises specifically target joint flexibility. You can do range of motion exercises with a physical therapist. Your doctor or physical therapist can also tell you about exercises that you can easily do at home. These can help you maintain or improve joint flexibility, which helps with overall freedom and ease of movement.

There are three general categories of range of motion exercises: active, active assistive, and passive.

1. You can do active exercises without the assistance of another person.

2. Active assistive exercises rely on your effort and the effort of another person. This other person is often a physical therapist. These exercises are helpful when it’s painful to flex or extend the joint on your own. 

3. Passive exercises rely completely on the effort of the physical therapist or another individual. These are typical performed when the person receiving treatment isn’t physically able to perform the movement on their own.

Practicing range of motion exercises can greatly increase your flexibility and ease of movement. However, always speak with your doctor before attempting to perform a range of motion exercise for the first time. Maintaining proper alignment and form are necessary to make sure you don’t injure yourself.

Twinsfeather Studio, located at the Kinetic Wellness Center in Brewer, Maine offers a holistic body movement method called The GYROTONIC® Method. The gyrotonic method is considered to be Active Assistive Exercise, as with using the gyrotonic method you are with an instructor who is actively assisting you in maintaining proper alignment and form throughout the mindful exercise sessions, as well as, light hands-on queues for this alignment.  

What is the GYROTONIC METHOD?

The Gyrotonic Method is an original and unique movement method that addresses the entire person by opening energy pathways, stimulating the nervous system, increasing range of motion, and improving strength and movement efficiency. With Gyrotonic exercises, each movement flows into the next, allowing the joints to move through a natural range of motion without jarring or compression. These carefully crafted sequences create balance, efficiency, strength and flexibility.

Movement is Life

Contact Our Studio for More Information

Free Consultation: Joan West, Gyrotonic & Gyrokinesis Instructor, Kinetic Wellness Center, 191 S. Main St, Brewer, ME 04412 E: twinsfeather@gmail.com T: 207-478-9438

*sources: J. West, Gyrotonic Method & Gyrokinesis Method Instructor and GYROTONIC Headquarters. 

**source: some information is from article, What is Limited Range of Motion, written by Krista O’Connell — healthline-Updated on September 19, 2019

 

7 Anti-Inflammatory Foods to Eat to Reduce Pain

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Olive oil

Researchers have found that a chemical in extra-virgin olive oil, oleocanthal, inhibits inflammatory enzymes in the same way that ibuprofen does. Drizzle olive oil on veggies, salads, and other foods that reduce inflammation. 

Pineapple

Bromelain, a protein-digesting enzyme, gives this tropical fruit its potential to be an anti-inflammatory food. One 2002 study suggested that bromelain might reduce knee pain in otherwise healthy adults, although the study was not placebo controlled. Other research in people, animals, and laboratory-grown cells suggest that bromelain supplements may reduce pain and inflammation in knee osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis, and after dental surgery. One study found that an enzyme supplement containing bromelain reduced carpal tunnel symptoms.

Apples

These popular fruits are just one of the many foods that may help reduce inflammation because they contain quercetin, an anti-inflammatory antioxidant.  No wonder one a day keeps the doctor away.

Nuts and seeds

Various nuts and seeds have a good amount of magnesium, l-arginine and vitamin E, and studies have found that eating nuts can decrease the amounts of inflammatory biomarkers in the body. The Arthritis Foundation specifically recommends walnuts, peanuts, almonds, pistachios, flax seed, and chia seeds for their anti-inflammatory properties.

Cherries

Cherries contain chemicals called anthocyanins, which also  give berries their blue and red colors, fight inflammation in the same way aspirin does, according to research. Raspberries and strawberries are also anti-inflammatory foods.

Grapes

Chomp on some grapes or mulberries for a dose of resveratrol. Research shows that resveratrol supplements inhibit inflammatory enzymes in much the same way aspirin does (but without the stomach irritation). Grapes also have anthocyanins that may help reduce inflammation, too.

Onions and garlic

Foods in this family of bulb vegetables, in particular, garlic, are high in anti-inflammatory substances, as well as sulfur compounds, that help stimulate the immune system to keep everything running smoothly.