tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-52213859706074069572024-02-07T17:47:39.420-08:00Vivi TherapyViVi Therapyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07680499492288822179noreply@blogger.comBlogger30125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5221385970607406957.post-14133097147722031332013-12-06T11:25:00.000-08:002013-12-06T11:25:38.198-08:00The Cupping Bar is Open so Quench your Tension<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b>ViVi Therapy is sooooo excited to announce the opening of<span style="color: #cc0000;"> "The Worlds First Cupping Bar"</span> Come to ViVi Therapy in Victoria and Experience Cupping at reasonable prices, with amazing Therapists. We prefer to call them <span style="color: #cc0000;">"BodyTenders"</span></b><b>so stay tuned for more on them</b><b><span style="color: #cc0000;"></span>. </b><br />
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Cupping is the ancient Chinese practice in which a
glass cupping jar is applied to the skin to create a vacuum which stimulates blood
flow to help relieve stress, aches and pains. While the treatment does
leave noticeable marks or bruises, cupping is not a painful therapy
either before of after the treatment. The marks will disappear within a 2-3 days. Just like Jennifer Aniston here.</div>
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What is cupping?</h3>
Cupping is the ancient Chinese form of acupuncture, which is
concerned with the movement of blood, body energy (Qi), and body fluids.
Oriental medicine considers pain to be a result of the stagnation of
these systems due to injury, stress or illness. The treatment of cupping is
believed to <strong>stimulate blood flow and help ease stress, aches and pains.</strong><br /> <br />
Cupping received lots of attention and came to public prominence when
film star <b>Gwyneth Paltrow</b> turned out at a major film premiere in a dress
that revealed her back, which was covered in large circular marks
caused by cupping.<br />
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<strong>What is the purpose of cupping?</strong><br />
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuxDBVMGmq1gbX51atH3G-fyYkvOhpfYd-wUvt-10g0DR_ztR_-IqNTHaN0qnUNADxfAfnuCpbFh2tGyJLf7uT_eyOuT8-p2uxnmqrcfygLskKEvoisQ6hkg_grC901INet-CFC8RryeY/s1600/cupping+bar+logo&text.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: right; float: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: 1em;"><img border="0" height="239" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiuxDBVMGmq1gbX51atH3G-fyYkvOhpfYd-wUvt-10g0DR_ztR_-IqNTHaN0qnUNADxfAfnuCpbFh2tGyJLf7uT_eyOuT8-p2uxnmqrcfygLskKEvoisQ6hkg_grC901INet-CFC8RryeY/s320/cupping+bar+logo&text.jpg" width="320" /></a>Cupping therapy aims to <strong>open the 'meridians' of the body</strong>. Meridians are seen as the means by which energy flows to every part of the body and through every organ and tissue. <strong>The back is where cupping treatment is most commonly applied,</strong>
and there are considered to be five meridians on the back which, when
‘opened’, allow invigorating energy to travel all over the body.<br /> <br />
To carry out the treatment, a therapist takes a number of glass cups
and heats them with a flame. The cup is then quickly applied to the
skin, <strong>creating a vacuum</strong> which draws up the underlying
tissues. The suction acts like a reverse massage pulling the myofascial tissue away from the underlying bone rather than compressing or gliding against it like other massage and rolfing techniques. At the same time the tissue is engorged with blood which feeds the area vital oxygen and nutrients to the muscles, tendons, ligaments, nerves and skin. Sliding cupping can release myofascial tension in a short treatment by sliding the cups over the tight muscles and leaving them to rest on key meridian points. Leaving the cups on the body for a few minutes will promote
blood flow and healing to underlying structures and related organs.<b> Cupping</b> <strong>can be used as a treatment on its own or it can be combined with other therapies such as Acupuncture and Asian Massage techniques...check out our Cupping Bar Menu for all of these treatments.<br /> </strong><br />
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What are the benefits of cupping?</h3>
Cupping is frequently used as <strong>an alternative to acupuncture or massage</strong>,
and can help the tissues to release toxins, stimulate the lymphatic
system, activate and clear the veins, arteries and capillaries and rejuvenate the skin (particularly flash cupping which is great for regenerating facial muscle tone and colour) <br /> The treatment is <strong>particularly useful for relieving pain in the muscles,</strong> especially <b>back & shoulder pain</b> from stiffness or injury and clearing congestion
in the chest, which can occur during colds and flu. It has also been
used to treat a number of other conditions, including bowel problems,
headaches, arthritis, period pain, asthma, cellulite, anemia,
depression, sciatica, skin problems, blood pressure and in Jennifer's case fertility.
Some suggest that another benefit of cupping is for the therapists
themselves, since just a few minutes of cupping is considered to be
worth around 30 minutes of general massage – thus saving wear and tear
on the masseur’s joints! It also means that <strong>cupping is a good option to take if you don’t have time for a long massage session.</strong></div>
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<b>Thanks for reading this and if you have a Company or Business and you would like to take a trip to "The Cupping Bar" for some stress relief for you and your employees or colleagues call us on 250 298 4484.</b><br />
<br />ViVi Therapyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07680499492288822179noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5221385970607406957.post-19482895003707467042013-10-27T22:00:00.003-07:002013-10-27T22:00:31.196-07:00TMJ Alignment & Self Help<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="clear: right; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto; text-align: right;"><tbody>
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<b>Ever felt</b> <b>like screaming</b> while you were at the dentist? Something like "Get your hands out of my mouth AHHHHHH!" Does this photo bring up memories of painful or long hours in the dental chair with your mouth pried open? Well, even if you aren't dressing up as a werewolf this Halloween you need always to be prepared to sink your teeth into something. Limited or painful opening of the jaw can be corrected by a skilled Registered Massage Therapist.<br />
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Massage Therapy for the chewing muscles (mastication) is a therapeutic modality that has been perfected by therapists over the last couple decades. As a Registered Massage Therapist I trained in intra-oral work years ago while I was in massage college. "Working in the Mouth" using a combination of myofascial release techniques, stretching and movement education for realignment of the jaw is a unique manual therapy. This modality can reduce muscle spasm that inhibits the opening of the jaw post oral surgery, extensive dental work or injury. Bruxism or teeth clenching and grinding can create unnecessary wear on the teeth and the vulnerable Temporomandibular Joint (TMJ). Asymmetries in jaw movement caused by painful or sensitive teeth and habitual poor jaw mechanics can leave a person using their jaw with less than optimal efficiency. This can lead to a need for more expensive dental work and decreased enjoyment of eating chewy or large foods. <br />
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The TMJ is directly related to the neck and shoulder girdle so poor posture will involve the TMJ and how it opens and closes.<br />
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Habitual finger nail biting and mouth breathing can also have an effect on the TMJ mechanics. Craniosacral Therapy can assist in balancing the function of the cranial vault in conjunction with the TMJ in particular with the mastoid process of the temporal bones, vomer, palatines and maxillary bones symmetry and motion. This type of balancing and myofascial release can also have an effect on the sinus congestion and headache pain that can accompany TMJ problems.<br />
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I have produced a couple YouTube videos for your viewing. These will help you to understand the mechanics of your jaw, its anatomical relevance to your neck, posture, movement and breathing habits.You will also learn more about what working in your mouth can do for your current TMJ condition. <br />
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Watch the self help video here for some tips and movement sequences to help your TMJ.<br />
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ViVi Therapyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07680499492288822179noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5221385970607406957.post-11213170999319233372012-07-19T15:12:00.001-07:002012-07-19T15:14:57.495-07:00Belly Massage with a Bear<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/Ngr9CevNYPI?fs=1" width="480"></iframe><br />
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We recently had a chance to go to one of our favourite holiday spots along the Cowichan River in Vancouver island. Here is a routine for abdominal massage for gas and bloating.ViVi Therapyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07680499492288822179noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5221385970607406957.post-82180178495458886162012-07-12T19:56:00.001-07:002012-07-12T20:05:07.348-07:00FernFest Fundraiser<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="270" src="http://www.youtube.com/embed/vw1jbLGOXuU?fs=1" width="480"></iframe><br />
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We had a wonderful time at FernFest 2012 and were able to raise some money for a good cause. Thanks to all of our Volunteers!<br />
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<br />ViVi Therapyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07680499492288822179noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5221385970607406957.post-11643593253480763472012-06-14T20:37:00.005-07:002012-06-19T12:20:07.583-07:00ViVi Therapy's Massage Routine For FundraiserThis is a video we produced to train our volunteers to give 15 minute massages<br />
at our FernFest Medieval Castle on June 23rd 2012. This is an extension of our<br />
last years MEM project (see videos under older posts Feb & Mar 2011) MEM is<br />
short for Massage Exchange Movement! Please use this video with the intention<br />
of spreading a touching message of human kindness to those around you.<br />
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The twelve regular and eight extra meridians help to maintain a balance of Yin (substances which nourish the body such as blood and body fluid) and Yang (related to activity and function) within the body. However, if a particular energy pathway is obstructed, its corresponding organ's function will also be affected and the body's yin and yang will become unbalanced. This imbalance will ultimately affect the functioning of the body as a whole. Acupuncture works by removing energy blockages in the meridians and regulating the overall flow of energy so that the body can return to a state of balance and health.</span> <strong>Self help for allergies</strong> <br />
<div><span style="font-family: 'Century Gothic', 'ITC Avant Garde', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><em>No "Icy" food, like ice water, cold beer and ice cream. </em><br />
<em>No greasy, spicy and deep-fried food</em><br />
<em>-Keep Body warm</em><br />
<em>-Exercise, yoga, swimming</em><br />
<em>-For temporary<strong> relief of nasal congestion and itching... </strong></em><br />
<em><strong>A few common acupoints</strong> can be massaged for a few minutes several times a day with the fingertips: Yintang (located right between the eyebrows), Yinxiang or LI 20 (located on the nasolabial groove adjacent to the nostrils), and finally Hegu or LI4, (located on the back of the hand between the thumb and index finger).</em><br />
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-Acupuncture involves the use of hair-fine needles to stimulate specific points on the body along the meridians. Acupuncture works by removing energy blockages in the meridians and regulating the overall flow of energy so that the body can return to a state of balance and health.<br />
- In the case of allergic rhinitis, the blockage of energy is situated in the lung meridian, for which the nose is considered an extension. Under normal conditions, the lungs can control respiration and ensure that one breathes freely through the nose and with an acute sense of smell. In Chinese Medicine, the lungs are also responsible for dispersing energy throughout the body and for preventing pathogenic factors from invading the body.<br />
<strong>The ideal time to treat seasonal allergic rhinitis using acupuncture is at least one month before symptoms normally begin. </strong><br />
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Seasonal Symptomsneed 3 treatments, once a week, 3 weeks in total.<br />
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Use herbal or natural antibiotics in a spray form after steaming the nasal passages in a hot shower or over a pot of hot essential oil infused steam. Common antiviral and antibiotic essential oils to use in the steam are eucalyptus, menthol, lavender, wintergreen and cloves. Put 2-3 drops in a pot of hot water and lean over it while covering your head with a towel. Steam for up to 20 minutes to loosen mucous material and clear the nasal passages. Once passages are clear spray your herbal antibiotic into nose to work further into the sinus cavities. Ayurvedic healing practices uses an application of Ghee (clarified butter) into the nasal passage to combat infection and inflammation.<br />
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For long term sinus infections using a nasal wash a few times a day over a prolonged period of time will eliminate built up mucous and sinus blockages. Continuing to do this for a week or two after your breathing is clear will help to avoid recurrence.<br />
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Use a drug store bulb syringe to flush the nasal passages with a solution of 1 cup warm water, 1/2 tsp. salt and pinch of baking soda. Hold one nostril closed while squeezing the solution up the other nostril. The flush will come out of the mouth. You can also purchase a kit called Neil Med from the drug store which has the container and cleansing mix in sachets. Either way this nasal wash is based on the same principles as the Ayurvediic Netie Pot but possibly more user friendly.<br />
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- Avoid dairy and wheat as they are mucous forming<br />
- avoid any known allergens<br />
- Use herbal formulas that contain Thyme and Fenugreek to clean out mucous.<br />
- do everything you can to improve your digestion. Taking enzymes is one example.<br />
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<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY1MFSou2qyNTHqU6pcsEOjE8PAQDBwsvmW8mnUTPsKi8jfWoMxzv4nJhNVXY4KnFPagfDC3t5-vn1qmPwWQ3SfjhRTuIQA3N47JCO8-n7Kh192KUng3UFFB11VXV64WKBMDxoTB1KxXY/s1600/photoheartbottle+for+web.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; cssfloat: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><img border="0" height="213px" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY1MFSou2qyNTHqU6pcsEOjE8PAQDBwsvmW8mnUTPsKi8jfWoMxzv4nJhNVXY4KnFPagfDC3t5-vn1qmPwWQ3SfjhRTuIQA3N47JCO8-n7Kh192KUng3UFFB11VXV64WKBMDxoTB1KxXY/s320/photoheartbottle+for+web.jpg" t8="true" width="320px" /></span></a></div><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>AROMATHERAPY</strong> has been around since Biblical times. Frankincense, Lotus, Jasmine, Sandlewood and Rose Absolute are scents that can change moods and create an exotic atmosphere. I jumped at the chance to attend local Casey Mulcaster's "<strong>Essential Oils of</strong> <strong>India</strong>" workshop last month. Casey is a Registered Aromatherapist and knows her stuff. She does her research and in doing so she went to the source, India. Casey, who owns and operates local Amarna Holistic Centre, attended some factories where steam and other forms of distillation create some of the most precious oils on the planet. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When you inhale these oils there is swoon potential! Casey shares her love and respect for the process of extracting such minute quantities of precious oils from vast amounts of raw resources from petals of rose to bark and roots of sandlewood.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: small;">During her informative 2 hour workshop Casey presents 5 exotic essentials. Showcasing her Indian absolutes (word for pure essential oil) and allowing her participants to create a blend for themselves. It is exciting to learn the essential benefits for ones organ and visceral health, endocrine system, skin, and even sleep deprivation. If you have a chance do take this course, but hurry because she is only teaching it for a limited time.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: small;">With expert guidance and enthusiasm for the creative process Casey leads you to confidently blend your signature potion to include top notes, middle notes and base notes. This experience was truly like a private wine tasting complete with coffee beans to cleanse the olfactory palate. I created for myself a blend dominant with the base notes of Sandlewood and Nag Champa which were the most devine scents that had ever crossed paths with my olfactory system...wow! This blend which I keep near my bedside and rub into my hands to smell as I drift off to sleep has no doubt changed the quality of my slumber hours including how many of them I have in a row before waking!</span> </span><br />
<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If the need to avoid scents for allergy reasons has kept you from enjoying the benefits of aromatherapy consider taking a course with Casey. You will be surpised by what you learn and can share with your clients, family and friends. When scents are pure and unaltered and you are aware of their medicinal attributes they can be extremely beneficial for everyone and amazing to incorporate into your own self care. To find out more about essential oils of India and more click <a href="http://www.amarnaholistic.ca/">here</a>.</span><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What makes one massage therapy treatment better than an another? After the obvious comparing of credentials and clinical experience, the convenience of booking, getting there...and parking!</span></strong><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> What about the smells we encounter and the sheets we slip our bodies between. One thing I really appreciate when I go for a massage therapy session is clean linen. I like the sheets to be clean and the room to feel hygienic without a clinical coldness which inhibits relaxation. When I experience a rancid oil smell from sheets or the room/office setting it is a real turnoff. </span></strong><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Keeping massage table linens clean and oil free has been a dilemma for massage therapists the world over. What common solutions (no pun intended) have been used and how do they measure up in my opinion.</span></strong><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>1) Use of harsh chemicals to clean the linens. Bleach, strong oil dispersant's, and chemical cleaners and detergents in the wash. My Comment: </strong><strong> Well not environmentally friendly is the obvious one and sometimes there is a residue of these chemicals left in the sheets. These can trigger allergies and reactions in the sinuses and skin.</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>2) Use thinner sheets that don't hold the oils like thicker denser linens. Usually these sheets are poly-cotton and don't have the same quality feel as 100% cotton and flannel sheets.</strong> My Comment<strong>: These sheets are cheaper to purchase and keep clean for the therapist.</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>3) Use massage lotions with oil dispersant and other chemicals in them to facilitate easier cleaning.</strong> My Comment:<strong> Definitely ask , your therapist what they are using on YOUR SKIN? You should know what the ingredients of massage lotions, cremes and oils are. After all your skin absorbs this stuff as if you were eating it.</strong></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><strong>4) Refined oils manufactured to disperse oil and wash out of linen better than unrefined oils.</strong> My Comment:<strong> These are manufactured by larger companies and sold to therapists as professional massage oils. They are usually rendered, bleached and deodorised to create a more commercial brand product that meets the demands for easier cleaning of linens and no longer carry any natural scent from the nut seed or plant that the oil was derived from. You can tell these oils have been bleached when there is very little natural color to the oil. See the oil in the picture above has the natural green color of the avocado oil that has been blended with macadamia and sunflower oils.</strong></span><br />
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjefqtXou8IjBXj4mAkGYlgiyvPi0sC3-HQ3JyCaA1o7i201wN6cvwVGL5QErnWwVYbaY3V_8pSA24qkhKvPQmMJpEUId_p4PjhRvkMqxu9P-jfDtItrDrHV4FbiZJ99bJ3oczY7OkeVlc/s1600/webversion-jpgmixing+oils.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" height="212px" i8="true" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjefqtXou8IjBXj4mAkGYlgiyvPi0sC3-HQ3JyCaA1o7i201wN6cvwVGL5QErnWwVYbaY3V_8pSA24qkhKvPQmMJpEUId_p4PjhRvkMqxu9P-jfDtItrDrHV4FbiZJ99bJ3oczY7OkeVlc/s320/webversion-jpgmixing+oils.jpg" width="320px" /></a></div><strong>5) My Professional Recommendation: Use pure, cold expellor pressed oils on the skin whenever possible. Organic oils are the ultimate food for the skin adding essential fatty acids and nutrients to the body as they are massaged into your muscles. If deeper tissue work is required use balms and butters from shea, olive oil, beeswax and coconut to name a few. As for the linen use the best quality linens you can afford, use basic cleaning solutions with no added artificial fragrance. Replace your linens regularly when they become pilled, stained or the oil won't come out. You can always take your linens to a professional cleaning company to remove the oil residue for you. They really know how to fold your linen too and it looks great when you get it back. Some cleaners will use professional Green cleaning products. Check in for my next blog on Massage Oils and Balms. Thanks for reading Roxanne Derkson RMT GCFP</strong><br />
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<div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">This was the final day in series 1 of the Massage Exchange Movement. Thanks to everyone for coming out, it was so much fun. We did our draw for a free 1 hour massage, and Sheola was the lucky winner! We taught a couple new techniques to wrap things up.</span></div>ViVi Therapyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07680499492288822179noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5221385970607406957.post-42598570598386179582011-03-30T11:32:00.000-07:002011-03-31T12:09:36.892-07:00Bones for Life 1 Teacher Training<iframe title="YouTube video player" width="500" height="349" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/8LY5F_9iEOM?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br />
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<span style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: large;">Gail French OT, PT, GCFP and BFL Trainer was in town last weekend teaching us Bones for Life 1. She is a dynamic and passionate instructor and has an excellent understanding of the body. We had a great time as we learned 30 different processes on how to improve bone health.</span>ViVi Therapyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07680499492288822179noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5221385970607406957.post-68640377123020588762011-03-23T14:09:00.000-07:002011-03-30T12:36:46.281-07:00the MeM day 6 - Pets and People<iframe allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="349" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/eF6g4B6jODQ?rel=0" title="YouTube video player" width="500"></iframe><br />
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<div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">After cancelling the MeM day 5 last week, we had great weather and a great turnout for the MeM day 6 this week. We planned on doing only pets this week but we also had people show up to massage each other so we did both! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Thanks to Creatures Great and Small for the doggy treats!</span></div>ViVi Therapyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07680499492288822179noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5221385970607406957.post-34304696573061152992011-03-15T15:33:00.000-07:002011-03-15T15:35:02.748-07:00Pets MeM cancelled<div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">We had to cancel the MeM today because of the rain. But don't worry because we'll be back, we're planning on doing pet massage again. Bring your dogs, cats, or furry creature by next Tuesday, March 22nd at 3:15 - 4:30pm, 1608 Camosun Street. </span></div><div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Here's what we'll be teaching: how to relax your dog or cat, techniques for older pets with Arthritis or degenerative problems, ways to calm down anxious pets, and how to increase your pet's body awareness and focus.</span></div><div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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<span style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: large;">P.S. We have pet treats donated by Creatures Great and Small </span>ViVi Therapyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07680499492288822179noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5221385970607406957.post-21769490269100467712011-03-14T12:38:00.000-07:002011-03-14T12:38:19.795-07:00Free Pet Massage Lessons<span style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: large;">Come to the Massage Exchange Movement (MeM) March 15th and 21st and bring your dog, cat, or furry creature and learn to massage them. We'll have doggy treats and all the usual MeM fixtures: music, incense, tea, and of course the patio heater.<br />
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ViVi Therapy 1608 Camosun Street<br />
March 15,21st 3:15pm - 4:30pm</span>ViVi Therapyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07680499492288822179noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5221385970607406957.post-52988637980320070642011-03-14T11:52:00.000-07:002011-03-14T11:54:33.119-07:00Meet Gail French PT, GCFP and Learn about Bones for Life<div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">If you can't make it to the Teacher Training, you can still come and meet Physical Therapist, Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner, and BFL Trainer Gail French and learn about the many benefits of Bones for life.</span></div><div style="color: #6aa84f;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Benefits include </span></div><ul style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><li><span style="font-size: large;">Increased bone density</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Better posture</span></li>
<li><span style="font-size: large;">Improved eased of movement</span></li>
<li> <span style="font-size: large;">Reduced pain</span></li>
</ul><div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"> Where: 532 Herald St. Victoria BC</span></div><div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">When: 6:30pm - 8:30pm</span></div><div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Cost: $20.00</span></div><div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
</span></div><span style="font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="color: #6aa84f;">Call Roxanne Derkson at 250 298 4484 or email <a href="mailto:info@vivitherapy.com">info@vivitherapy.com</a> to register.</span></span><span style="font-size: large;"><br />
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<div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">This week at the MeM we really utilized our warm stones. We used them on the forearms, shoulders, hands and neck. We also taught a Thai shoulder release technique and finished up with the stroking finish again. It was a great time and once again we had new people.</span></div>ViVi Therapyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07680499492288822179noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5221385970607406957.post-6598907843807314842011-03-02T17:02:00.000-08:002011-03-10T14:50:42.859-08:00the MeM day 3<div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">Don't forget that every time you come out to the MeM you can enter to win a free massage with Registered Massage Therapist and Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioner Roxanne Derkson.</span></div><br />
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<div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">We had a great time at the third Massage Exchange Movement. This time we had our best turnout ever with a bunch of brand new faces. We taught "Ringing the back", "Raking the ribs", "Heating hands", and "Stroking finish". For more information on learn to massage and massage products, please visit <a href="http://www.vivitherapy.com/">www.vivitherapy.com.</a></span></div>ViVi Therapyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07680499492288822179noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5221385970607406957.post-4415223953313242762011-02-24T13:51:00.000-08:002011-03-14T12:18:02.738-07:00the MeM day 2<iframe title="YouTube video player" width="500" height="349" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/RwfkbkR0ogA?rel=0" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen></iframe><br />
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<div style="color: #6aa84f; font-family: Arial,Helvetica,sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: large;">We had our second MeM and it was a lot of fun. This week we focused on a shoulder, arm, and tricep release, as well as a percussive clapping technique. We had a new group of people and they were kept warm by the patio heater, hot stones, and tea. We also featured music by Oka this week and had the incense burning. Don't forget that each time you come to the MeM you will be entered into a draw for a free 1 hour massage from Roxanne Derkson RMT.</span></div>ViVi Therapyhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/07680499492288822179noreply@blogger.com0