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Pain can have a negative impact on a person's quality of life and make it more difficult to recover from an illness or injury. The important role of massage in pain relief has recently been highlighted by new research.
Massage therapy has been shown in studies to help strengthen the immune system by enhancing the activity of the body's natural "killer T cells," which attack viruses and lower cortisol. Massage therapy flushes toxins out of our bodies by improving blood flow.
Stress can have long-term mental and physical consequences. Massage treatment appears to have a direct effect on the symptoms of stress, anxiety, and depression (all of which are linked to mental health).
Massage therapy helps professional and recreational athletes by reducing muscle tension, improving exercise performance, and preventing injuries. Receiving a massage enhances overall blood flow, which can aid in the faster relief of soreness.
I’m David Ellner, certified Reiki practitioner, licensed massage therapist, certified exercise physiologist and corrective exercise specialist. I own and operate The Human Touch. My aim with all my clients, regardless of what modality I’m working with , is to alleviate their pain, improve their function and guide them to a greater sense of ease. No one steps into the same river twice. The river is always changing, as are we. Being versed in a variety of modalities affords me the flexibility to meet my clients where they are and offer them a treatment plan uniquely tailored to their wants and needs.
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Damaged, tight, or immovable muscles are treated with remedial massage. It can help with a variety of muscular, tendon, and bone disorders, as well as a variety of other health conditions. Remedial massage is used to find and mend injured body parts while also accelerating the body's natural healing processes.
Athletes benefit from sports massage before, during, and after training. It is beneficial to anybody who exercises in order to improve flexibility, prevent injuries, and aid in the recovery of a sports injury. Stretching tight muscles, activating inactive muscles, and enhancing soft tissue condition are all ways it works.
Reflexology is the practice of applying pressure to certain points on the feet or hands in order to promote relaxation and stress relief. Reflexology is based on the premise that certain parts of the foot or hand correspond to different organs and systems in the body. The application of pressure to the foot or hand is said to relax and heal the corresponding portion of the body.
The application of smooth, basalt mineral stones that have been heated and mixed with oil is known as hot stone massage. This style of massage is intended to ease muscle stiffness and weariness while also recharging the body's batteries. By boosting blood flow to the stiff muscles of the body, hot stone massage helps to reduce muscle tension and pain.
"David is an excellent massage therapist and owner. I haven't been this pleased with a massage in many years. He's very intuitive and knows what needs to be addressed by touch! I cannot recommend him highly enough and I will definitely be a returning customer!
Jane F.
"David has worked on me for years now. I've seen him after having major foot surgeries or just a kink in the neck, and he always knows just what my body needs. He is also skilled with using hot stones and knows a lot about reflexology, which is such an added bonus to his work. I highly recommend seeing him.
John S.
"I've using David for several years now due to severe neck pain. Seeing him on a regular basis helped me to improve my mobility, and I even sleep better at night. I've had plenty of massages where they just go through the motions - but this is nothing like that. He customized my treatment."
Madelaine T.
At The Human Touch, I use massage therapy techniques to make you feel your best. No other massage therapy specialist is as effective, and if you give me the chance, I’ll show you why!
The Human Touch is here to offer effective techniques to relieve your pain, stress, and to bring you relaxation, leaving you feeling like a new person after every visit. If you are looking for a relaxing full-body massage, deep tissue bodywork, exercise therapy, personal training, or reiki, then I can help. I use proven techniques such as hot stone therapy, reflexology, and more.
I'll ask you about your problem areas and preferences then create a custom massage therapy plan for you according to your needs. I am an experienced, knowledgeable massage therapist who will provide you with services that will give you relaxation and relief.
With me, you can expect effective massages, affordable rates, and attentive care in Queens, NYC.
Exercise therapy is very similar to what most people know as physical therapy. Exercise therapy, in its most basic form, involves prescribed movement to rectify deficiencies, restore muscle and skeletal function, and maintain a state of well-being. The scientific data establishing the positive effects of exercise is undeniable, and in most adults, the benefits considerably outweigh the hazards. What's the difference between exercise and physical activity? The contraction of skeletal muscle that creates bodily movement and demands energy is referred to as physical activity. Exercise is a planned and executed physical activity with the purpose of improving or maintaining physical fitness.
The term "Reiki" refers to a "mysterious environment" and a "miraculous sign." It is derived from the Japanese terms "rei," which means "universal," and "ki," which means "living energy." Reiki is an energy healing technique. Energy can stagnate in the body where there has been physical harm or even mental pain, according to practitioners. These energy bottlenecks can lead to sickness over time. In a similar way to acupuncture, energy medicine tries to assist the passage of energy and remove obstacles. Reiki practitioners think that increasing the flow of energy around the body can help people relax, heal faster, and have fewer symptoms of illness.
A massage therapist differs from a bodyworker in that a massage therapist will do the same massage and strokes every time. No matter what is different in your body, they will offer you the same massage. A bodyworker is someone who creates long-term, revolutionary change. A bodyworker notices a trend in a person's physical body and attempts to modify it. Manipulation therapy, breathwork, and energy medicine are all part of the bodywork. Bodywork techniques attempt to analyze or improve posture as well as raise awareness of the "body-mind connection."
If you request one of my sessions, I can perform my work in the comfort of your own home, or I can go to a business that is set up for contractors. I aim to find the location that will be the most relaxing and convenient for my clients.
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