Need more flexibility or fast muscle recovery? Use heat!

DIY quick and easy heating pad

Although I am a fan of heating pads like the electric heating pad as well as the applicable kind like Salompas pads, you still might find yourself in a situation where neither is available. 

I once had a doctor tell me how to make my own heating pad when I was without one and it was so simple and easy! Below are the steps on how to make your own heating pad.

What you'll need:

- One small towel  (a Hand towel or face towel is a great size)

- one plastic bag (grocery bag or a gallon sized Ziploc bag)

- water

- microwave 

Directions:

1) wet the towel thoroughly in a sink and ring out excess water

2) place damp towel in the microwave for 1 minute

3) allow the towel to rest on a table or counter until the towel is at a desirable and tolerable temperature

4) place towel inside of the plastic bag and seal tight removing as much air as possible

5) place the plastic bag over the muscle group you want to heat.

6) heat area for 10 minutes and then remove bag. (repeat 10 minutes on, 10 minutes off for 30 minutes if needed) 

7) repeat steps 2-6 for continued heating. 

And just like that you have your homemade heating pad! I personally like to use a hand towel and after warming it in the microwave I fold it neatly and put it in a large Ziploc bag. From there I let the towel cool inside of the bag until it cools down to a temperature I like and then I remove the air from the bag and seal it up. The towel cools pretty quickly on the table or on a counter so be sure to check on it frequently. 

If you liked this how to tip then please "Like" this post below. I'd love to get your feed back so give this a try, even if its just for practice, and let me know how it went for you in the comments below or during your next massage session with me! 

NEW massage table at the office!

Designed with comfort in mind the new massage table comes with a breast recess feature, arm hammock and adjustable face cradle. 

I first began massage 12 years ago and as you can imagine, a lot has changed over the course of 12 years including massage tables! Although the table I was using was in good condition, it wasn't great and I thought it was time to update the massage table at the office. After some research I went out and tried some tables out for myself and came back with the one I thought was the best of the bunch. 

The Nirvana 2n1 Massage Table with breast recess, neck contour and multi-layer padding provides maximum comfort for women and men. The breast recess feature alleviates pressure on the breasts and allows the spine relax into a more neutral position. The pillow insert can be easily replaced for supine massage or male clients.

As you can see from the images below, the breast recess feature really makes a difference in a women's comfort when laying face down by alleviating pressure. It also takes the curvature out of the mid back allowing the work I do to be a lot easier. 

If you have not come in for a massage since we've added this table, you are in for a treat! The multi-layer padding really makes the table super comfy so come in and try it out for yourself! Leave a comment below and let me know what you think about the new table, how it feels and if it has added to your massage experience.