The Adkore clinical massage therapy practice focuses on specific medical goals. Clinical massage is an effective tool in addressing repetitive motion injuries, neuromuscular conditions, chronic headaches, auto accident injuries, and many other ailments.

 

Adkore therapists use a variety of procedures--including neuromuscular massage and stretching--to address the area of the body specified by each patient's treatment plan. A combination of the following techniques may be used to help you accomplish your recovery goals.

 

Swedish. Gentle to medium pressure massage strokes performed in rhythmic and long-flowing, non-specific motions to promote general relaxation and a feeling of overall well-being.

 

Deep tissue. Deep pressure massage strokes targeted at the deeper structures of  muscles and fascia in the body. Primarily done to promote therapeutic healing to the body's soft tissues. Strokes are deep and slow.

 

Trigger point. A very specific massage technique that involves locating specific trigger points (often felt as knots)  in muscles and applying focused pressure to the point. Additional pressure is slowly and progressively applied as the path/tenderness of the point eases up. Quite effective in relieving muscle pain that could be the result of chronic activities (such as cradling the phone) or acute activities (such as whiplash).

 

Medical massage. Sometimes defined as "medically necessary massage" and usually prescribed by a physician. Generally practiced in relation to a specific goal focused on improving the health of a patient. Helpful to individuals who suffer from an assortment of health conditions, including repetitive motion injuries, Thoracic Outlet Syndrome, muscle spasms, neuromuscular conditions, Carpal Tunnel Syndrome, chronic headaches, whiplash, rotator cuff injuries, and soft tissue injuries.

With August upon us, you may be gearing up to take a vacation in a faraway place--or closer to home. While you're away, here are some guidelines to help you stay healthy and enjoy your vacation to the fullest.

On the plane. Plan ahead and make sure your immunizations are current, to ensure you don't contract any viruses during your trip. Additionally, reserve your seat according to your health needs. If you are prone to motion sickness, opt for a larger plane and request a seat close to a wing with a window. If you have prescription medication, particularly seizure, diabetes, heart disease, or epinephrine medication, make sure you bring it on the plane with you.

On the road. If you're traveling by car, it's all about the food. Eating the junk food we often grab on the road can leave us feeling fatigued and crabby . . . and with a subsequent stomach ache. With a little bit of effort and willpower, you can maintain your healthy diet while on a long road trip. You'll feel healthier, more alert, and have more fun. Avoid excess sugar. High carbohydrate meals may improve your mood for a short time, but lots of sugar can also make you sleepy. That's not good if you are the driver. Below are more smart tips for the tempted.

At the hotel continental breakfast bar:

• Choose a whole grain cereal with low-fat milk.
• Fresh fruit gives you vitamins and fiber.
• Yogurt or hard-boiled eggs are good sources of protein.
• Avoid sugary muffins, sweet-rolls, and pre-sweetened cereal.

Healthy eating in restaurants:

Lunch and dinner on the road usually means going to a restaurant. Don't spend too much time at fast food restaurants; instead opt for full-service restaurants that offer more choices.

• Order a soup or a salad to eat with your main course. Soups and salads are generally healthy and start to fill you up so that you eat less of the more calorie-dense main meal.
• Skip the entrée altogether. Soup and salad might be enough for a healthy meal.
• Split a meal with your dining partner. Most restaurants serve huge portions, so there is usually enough food to share. This saves calories and money. Besides, sharing eliminates the temptation to take leftovers back on the road, where they can't be properly stored.
• Select foods that are prepared with healthier, low-fat methods. Baked chicken is healthy, but fried chicken has too much fat.
• Eat the vegetables. Most entrées come with at least one vegetable. If not, be sure to order a vegetable side dish.
• Skip dessert, or choose some fruit. A full meal that ends with a sugary dessert may make you feel sleepy. That might be fine if you are passenger, but a bad idea if you are the driver.

At fast-food restaurants:

• Find sandwich shops like Subway or Quiznos that let you select your sandwich ingredients. Choose whole grain breads, lean meats, and lots of vegetables.
• Many fast food restaurants offer salads, but you need to be careful when you select one. Some of those salads are very high in fat, especially taco salads or those topped with fried chicken strips.
• Don't super-size your meal. It sounds like a great deal, but you will eat way too much calories, fat, and sodium.
• Order sandwiches made with grilled chicken rather than fried chicken.

Eating at the hotel:

• Find a local grocery store and buy healthy snack items such as fruit, nuts, or healthy choices from a salad bar or deli section. If your hotel has a microwave, you can find healthier frozen dinners or soup.
• If your only choice for a snack is the hotel vending machine, skip the candy and chips and look for nuts or microwave popcorn.
• Some restaurants will deliver food to your hotel room and may have some healthy menu items available. If you go for a pizza delivery, don't order extra cheese or meats high in saturated fat. Choose lots of vegetable and mushrooms. Order a side salad too.