Peace on Earth, Goodwill to All!

The Teal Center for Therapeutic Bodywork, Ltd.

THRIVE~ A Newsletter from The Teal Center	Issue 14 December, 2010
Peace on Earth ~ Goodwill to All !

Give the Gift of Health and Well Being

This Holiday Season~

Convenient and Stress Free

Teal Center Gift Certificates are
A gift they'll love and use!

Call us at 703-522-7637 or 703-558-5454 and use your credit card to order your gift certificates - if it is after business hours, leave a message and we'll get back to you the next day.
We are happy to mail the gift certificates to you or directly to the recipients.
Stop by either of our locations, at Randolph Towers or Virginia Hospital Center, and we'll prepare your certificates while you wait.
Gift certificates may be purchased for any amount to be used toward any service or product at The Teal Center.
Any gift certificate can be redeemed at either Teal Center location.

~Forward this email to let someone know about the special gift you would like this holiday season~

Acupuncture and Insomnia ~
Get a great night's sleep naturally

On the nights before Christmas are creatures stirring in your house? Are you tossing and turning, thinking about how to assemble that bicycle or what you're cooking for dinner? During the holidays, and anytime when stress levels are high, insomnia often results.

Acupuncture can help.

Occasional insomnia is a very common problem, affecting about one in four Americans. It can happen to anyone, but is more common in older adults. Its symptoms include:

Difficulty falling asleep
Waking up during the night
Waking up too early
Daytime fatigue and irritability
Frustration and moodiness

Insomnia can be very frustrating, and when it is ongoing it is more than an annoyance.

Whe acupuncture

n insomnia becomes chronic your body is unable to get the rest and renewal it needs so that you can feel your best. In fact, lack of quality sleep can cause problems such as difficulty concentrating, diminished energy, low mood, and trouble performing everyday tasks. Since sleep strengthens the immune system, insomnia can leave you susceptible to many other health concerns. Luckily, you dont have to just put up with chronic insomnia. Read more...

By Artin Mahboubi, Teal Center acupuncturist

Tips for Safe Shoveling~

Dress warmly but don't bundle up so much that movement is difficult or awkward. It's important to be able to move naturally.
Before you start shoveling warm up by walking around and swinging your arms to get the blood flowing so your muscles are ready to work.
Use a light weight push shovel. Spray it with Teflon or cooking spray so the snow doesn't cling. Reducing the weight you lift will reduce the risk of lower back strain.
Push the snow when possible. Avoid lifting and throwing snow any distance. Push or walk the snow to a pile.
Avoid sudden twists with your body. Try to move the entire body together as a unit.
Use your legs and bend your knees to help with leverage.
Work slowly, pace yourself. Shovel for 5-7 minutes then rest for 2 or 3 minutes. Don't wait until you're tired or short of breath. Stop if you start to feel fatigued.
If you experience pain, stop immediately and rest for 5 to 10 minutes. For any new injury, use ice and not heat. Apply ice packs ten minutes on, ten minutes off and 10 minutes on again to help start reducing inflammation.
If you have a health problem or are not in good shape, do not even consider snow shoveling. Find someone to help.
Call The Teal Center for a massage to help those sore muscles feel better faster! 703-522-7637 (Randolph Towers) and 703-558-5454 (Virginia Hospital Center)

Dear Friends,

Take Care of Yourself We're here to help! Stress can be an issue during this winter holiday season, sometimes making it hard to rest and challenging your immune system. And shoveling and falls in the snow can cause muscle strains and back pain. At The Teal Center we specialize in helping you stay well so you can enjoy the festivities. Many of our staff are taking time off for the holidays, but others are here to help you break the cycle of stress and pain when you need it most. Call anytime to make an appointment. Our office will be open until 3:00 on Christmas eve and closed on Christmas Day and New Years Day.

Holiday Gifts Remember to get your "always welcome" and "stress free" Teal Center Gift Certificates. Call to order yours today: 703-522-7637 or 703-558-5454

Fees Increase on January 1, 2011 For the first time in three years we will raise our fees by $5 per service in the new year. We trust you will continue to find the investment you make in your health and well being here at The Teal Center is worth every penny.

Happy Holidays from all of us at The Teal Center! Wreath

Brenda

P.S. Do you have a story of how massage or acupuncture at The Teal Center helped you? I'd love to hear about it. Drop me an email today! or share your experience on Facebook or Yelp!

We're committed to support your health and wellness & always to deliver on the TEAL promise:

            Team oriented, highly trained and experienced practitioners
                    Effective treatment, including thorough evaluation and education about self care
                    Attention to the whole person: body, mind and spirit
            Listening carefully to understand and address your concerns

The information in this email is for informational purposes only. It is not to be construed as medical advice and is not a replacement for professional medical care.