When it comes to massage creams and oils, massage tables, music and other necessary tools of the trade, it is best to rely on the opinion of the experts. This podcast features writer Sarah Benoit interviewing Lynn Bernatsky, a massage therapist with 20 years of experience who is licensed in North Carolina and Tennessee. Bernatsky is a member of the American Massage Therapy Association, and she specializes in jin shin jyutsu, a Japanese healing modality. She speaks to Sarah Benoit about basic massage tools and how to evaluate the best tables, massage creams, oils and lotions and music for use in a massage practice. Massage has a multitude of uses such as lower back pain relief as well as natural neck pain relief and overall muscle pain relief. Massage therapy accessories and supplies can be found in abundance on the BannerTherapy.com website. At Banner Therapy massage tables we guarantee you will find quality and affordability. Massage therapists also need a reliable source of massage oils, lotions and creams. Visit our online store for a complete selection of products we know you’ll love!

There are lots of ways to relieve lower back pain and hip pain. There are many different high quality products on the BannerTherapy.com website that are effective in helping with pain relief in these areas. The products suggested here are all natural, non-chemical, non-invasive approaches to chronic lower back pain, which also affects the hip and knee regions on some. This short guide will offer some practical suggestions on easy, everyday tools that can be used right in the home to help relieve lower back pain.

We all know that exercise is good for us, but doing it is another matter. We can always find an excuse not to exercise: too much work, not enough time, or just too tired.

In 2008 environmental concerns and issues of toxicity in food, water and air are common across the globe. Many consumers today have acknowledged the importance of using organic, earth-friendly health and beauty products not only because it benefits the planet, but because it also benefits the human body. Even spa therapy professionals such as massage therapists, estheticians, and salon owners have caught on.

Yoga is a union of body, mind, and spirit and its history is as rich as what it professes to do for overall well being and harmony. The word “yoga” came from the Sanskrit word “yuj” which translates into “to unite or integrate.”

A popular question in February is ---What to get for a loved one on Valentine’s Day? The obvious answer would be something that expresses your love and devotion. Personal items, or products that help a person to luxuriate and/or relax, are often the types of gifts women prefer. Men like to be pampered, too.

Nasal irrigation is personal hygiene for the nose . A saline solution is used to flush pollution, mucus, and other things from the nose. Neti pots and Nasaline are two natural solutions for nose irrigation that offer a safe and effective alternative to chemical nose sprays.

For seniors living alone, or anyone with a serious health condition who might be in need of medical assistance quickly, a Guardian Alert 911 can make a difference. Relatives and friends can now have peace of mind if they live faraway, or even nearby. With a guardian alert 911 medical alert, loved ones will be able to maintain their independence and be able to call for help when they need it.

The Guardian Alert 911 has received a lot of positive press. This medical alarm and emergency dialer won the Consumer Electronics Show “Best Design and Innovation Showcase Award” at the 2005 show in Las Vegas. And, Good Morning America ran this medical emergency alarm system as one of the top five products at the Consumer Electronics Show.

Most people associate strength training with clunky dumbbells and heavy and expensive weight equipment. Resistance training offers a flexible and inexpensive solution to strength training because the bands and tubing are portable, come in different sizes and tension levels and are designed to work arms, legs, back, and other important muscle groups, and are inexpensive.