Reflexology massage
Reflexology is based on the principle that there are reflexes in the hands and feet that relate to every organ, gland, and system of the body.
Shiatsu
Shiatsu (指圧) (shi meaning finger and atsu meaning pressure) is an eastern (oriental) born therapy that uses pressure applied with thumbs, fingers and palms to the same energy meridians as acupressure and incorporates stretching. It also uses techniques such as rolling, brushing, vibrating, grasping and in one particular technique developed by Suzuki Yamamoto, pressure is applied with the feet on the persons back, legs and feet (special set up is required for the "foot" shiatsu).
藏蒸疗法的十大好处
1. 藏蒸疗法对神经衰弱和失眠的好处:每晚藏药蒸脚可使神经系统得到强制锻炼，调节植物神经功能，改善并提高睡眠效果，长期坚持可以恢复到正常。
2. 藏蒸疗法可防治高血压：藏药蒸脚可有效的促进血液循环，调节内分泌系统，清除血管壁上的血脂，排除血管垃圾，增强血管弹性，促使血流通畅，从而使血压平稳。
3. 藏蒸疗法可防治风湿性关节炎：藏药蒸脚能促进血液循环，通络活血，祛寒消炎，排除关节风湿，长期熏蒸对风湿性关节炎很好的理疗效果。
4. 藏蒸疗法可防治腿脚麻木：藏药蒸脚可激活腿部神经末梢，疏通腿部经络，消除腿脚麻木。
5. 藏蒸疗法可防治糖尿病：坚持藏药蒸脚可调节内分泌，使胰岛细胞康复，促进胰岛素的分泌，达到控制血糖的目的。
6. 藏蒸疗法的减肥效应：用藏蒸减肥药对人体进行全方位的熏蒸，全身毛孔扩张，排除皮下多余脂肪，从而达到减肥的目的。
7. 臧蒸疗法起到美容的作用：特制的藏药可排出体内各脏腑毒素，清除皮下黑色素，能改善皮肤色素沉着，美白淡斑。
8. 用藏药熏蒸局部，对妇科病、前列腺、痔疮等都有很好的防治作用。
9. 臧蒸疗法对腿脚肿痛、酸软无力具有不错的恢复作用。
10. 经常使用藏药熏蒸，可保持经络通畅、消除疲劳、防止感冒、强身健体、延年益寿。
Modern times
Marathon runners receiving massages at the 2004 ING Taipei International MarathonChina: In modern times, massage in China has developed by absorbing western ideas into the traditional framework. It is widely practiced and taught in hospital and medical schools and is an essential part of primary healthcare.
United States: Massage started to become popular in the United States in the middle part of the 1800s.and was introduced by two New York physicians based on Per Henrik Ling's techniques developed in Sweden.
During the 1930s and 1940s massage's influence decreased as a result of medical advancements of the time, while in the 1970s massage's influence grew once again with a notable rise among athletes.Massage was used up until the 1960s and 1970s by nurses to help ease patients’ pain and help them sleep.
Because it is illegal to advertise or offer sexual services in much of the United States, such services are sometimes advertised as "massage," hence the rise of the term "massage therapy" in an attempt to provide a distinction between sexual and non-sexual services.
A hot stone massage.
A stone massage uses cold or water-heated stones to apply pressure and heat to the body. Stones coated in oil can also be used by the therapist delivering various massaging strokes. The hot stones used are commonly river stones which over time, have become extremely polished and smooth. As the stones are placed along the recipient's back, they help to retain heat which then deeply penetrates into the muscles, releasing tension.
Traditional Chinese massage
Two types of traditional Chinese massage exist - Tui na (推拿) which focuses on pushing, stretching and kneading the muscle and Zhi Ya (指壓) which focuses on pinching and pressing at acupressure points. Both are based on principles from Traditional Chinese Medicine. Though in the Western countries Tui Na is viewed as massage, it is not. Massage of Chinese Medicine is known as Anmo(按摩）, which is the foundation of Japan's Anma.
Tui Na is Chinese Medicine's Physio-Therapy. Utilized for medical purposes instead of relaxation, Tui Na works to correct the patient's problems, from musculoskeletal conditions, to diseases, cancers and even minor and major headaches.
Within the foundation of Tui Na, Traditional Chinese Medicine principles are followed, from Meridian Applications to Herbal Formulas, Qigong Therapy and heated herbal application (Moxa). Technique applications such as friction and vibration are used as well.
United States
In the United States there are about 90,000 massage therapists.[8] Most states in the United States require a license to practice massage therapy. If a state does not have any massage laws, then the national certification in massage therapy is not required and a practitioner need not apply for a license with the state. However, the practitioner will need to check whether any local or county laws cover massage therapy. Training programs in the US are typically 500–1000 hours in length, and can award a certificate, diploma, or degree depending on the particular school.[49] There are around 1,300 programs training massage therapists in the country and study will often include anatomy and physiology, kinesiology, massage techniques, first aid and CPR, business, ethical and legal issues, and hands on practice along with continuing education requirements if regulated.[6] The Commission on Massage Therapy Accreditation (COMTA) is one of the organizations that works with massage schools in the U.S.
Thirty-nine states, the District of Columbia and four Canadian provinces currently offer some type of credential to professionals in the massage and bodywork field---usually licensure, certification or registration.[7][50] Thirty-eight states and the District of Columbia require some type of licensing for massage therapists.[51] In the US, 32 states use the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork's certification program as a basis for granting licenses either by rule or statute.[52] The National Board grants the designation Nationally Certified in Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCTMB). There are two tests available and one can become certified through a portfolio process with equivalent training and experience.[53] Between 10% and 20% of towns or counties regulate the profession.[41] These local regulations can range from prohibition on opposite sex massage, fingerprinting and venereal checks from a doctor, to prohibition on house calls because of concern regarding sale of sexual services.[41][54]
In the US, licensure is the highest level of regulation and this restricts anyone without a license from practicing massage therapy or by calling themselves that protected title. Certification allows only those who meet certain educational criteria to use the protected title and registration only requires a listing of therapists who apply and meet an educational requirement.[54]
In late 2007, the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards launched a new certification exam titled the MBLEx. Approximately 13 states have accepted this certification exam.
Getting a Foothold . . .
Our feet take a daily beating. They bear our full body weight every time we stand and with each step we take, and they put up with things like poor footwear, improper body mechanics, and hard walking surfaces. It's clear that they deserve a little TLC now and then.
Foot massage can be done for relief or relaxation, for love, for fun, or just because! Grab someone's foot and start rubbing today! : )
Anatomy of the Foot
•Toes - we usually have five on each foot. They are small and have one joint in the toe itself, and one joint attaching it to the foot. Be careful with the toes, they are delicate.
•Ball - the pad on the bottom of the foot, just before the toes. It's the meatiest part of the foot. It has some flexibility.
•Arch - the support system of the foot, almost like a tension bridge. This can be a sensitive area, prone to stress and inflammation. Be careful when beginning to massage this part, and get feedback.
•Heel - the bony end of the foot, it takes a lot of impact while walking. Gentle massage is indicated, since there is little muscle here.
•Ankle - the joint that attaches the foot to the leg. There are bony prominences on each side, which are very delicate and prone to bruising. It is surrounded by ligaments and tendons.
Hand Placement
When seated, the foot should come to about your chest level. It's easy to grasp from here with the fingers on the top of the foot, and the thumbs on the sole.
Make circles across the ball of the foot with your thumb.
Use your thumb to apply pressure in an upwards stroke in the arch of the foot.
Glide your hands down the back of the heel, gently squeezing.
Attend to each toe - be gentle and don't pull too hard.
Make small circles around the ankle on both sides. Do this symmetrically. A special thanks to my husband for donating his feet for the photos! Basic Technique
•Wash your hands. Ask the recipient to wash and dry their feet.
•Place a towel under their feet.
•Choose a balm or cream. Oil is gooey and lotion absorbs too fast.
•Begin by sitting facing the soles of their feet. Place your hands such that your fingers are on the top of their foot and your thumbs are on the pad. The first strokes should be firm enough not to tickle, but light enough that they don't hurt. Remember, feet are bony.
•Travel up and down the foot. Fingertips are going from the base of the toes to the front of the ankle and back, and thumbs are going from pad to arch and back.
•Now concentrate on the pad of the foot. This area can usually withstand a bit more pressure. Use your thumbs to work in circular motions.
•The arch of the foot can usually take light-to-moderate pressure. It's an easy area to see. Again, use your thumb to work in circles or an up/down stroke with the emphasis of the pressure on the up.
•Standing to the side of the foot, grab it with both hands and gently "wring" it out like you would a wet washcloth. Again, fingers should be on the top of the foot and thumbs on the bottom.
•Coming back to your starting place, gently work between the bones on the top of the foot. There isn't much space in there, but all you have to do is let your fingers glide in the space.
•Now for the heel - again, circular motions with the thumb. Be sure to get the back of the heel as well by gently lifting the foot, placing the back of the heel in your hand, and letting your hand glide toward you. This makes a nice hand-over-hand technique.
•The toes will be wanting some attention as well. Again, be gentle. You don't really want to place your whole finger between toes for fear of disjointing or splitting the skin. Simple use the palms of both hands to give them a light rub, and then gently pinch each toe between your index finger and thumb and pull up with a gliding motion.
•A lovely finishing touch is to work on the sides of the ankle. With one hand on each side, use your fingertips to work small circles around the outside of the bony area.
•Return to the first stroke technique for the finale. You want to start and finish with the warmth of your hands contacting the foot.
Nail salon
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A nail salon or nail bar is a beauty services establishment that primarily offers nail care services such as manicures, pedicures, and nail enhancements. Often, nail salons also offer skin care services. There are approximately 58,330 nail salons (2007) in the U.S., according to the trade publication "NAILS Magazine.". People who work at nail salons are usually called "nail technicians or manicurists."
Nail salons offer a variation of options for nail care. This includes acrylics, silk or fiberglass wraps, french manicures, polish, pedicures etc., Some nail salons are offering one-stop beauty services. In addition to nail services, these one-stop nail salons offer facial treatments, waxing, and skin care.
A nail salon or nail bar is a beauty services establishment that primarily offers nail care services such as manicures, pedicures, and nail enhancements. Often, nail salons also offer skin care services. There are approximately 58,330 nail salons (2007) in the U.S., according to the trade publication "NAILS Magazine.". People who work at nail salons are usually called "nail technicians or manicurists."
Nail salons offer a variation of options for nail care. This includes acrylics, silk or fiberglass wraps, french manicures, polish, pedicures etc., Some nail salons are offering one-stop beauty services. In addition to nail services, these one-stop nail salons offer facial treatments, waxing, and skin care.
藏蒸堂薰蒸疗法-养生馆-美容保健
西藏交通不便， 祖祖辈辈长年生活在高原缺氧、寒冷的恶劣环境中。独特的气候环境，复杂多样的地形地貌，丰富的药物资源，造就了藏族人用身边藏药抵御疾病谋求生存的本能，他们经常挖采藏药薰蒸浴身来防治各种疾病，辟邪消灾，积累了不少驱除病魔的良方。
许多老人至今还不知西药是什么味呢！药物薰疗是几千年来藏家代代相传的民间疗法，源于藏民对蒸汽的认识，结合藏医善用藏药薰洗外治的经验而产生，最早的薰蒸疗法是用烧红的砖块放入药液中，以产生蒸汽薰蒸肌体。后来有全身薰蒸法和局部薰蒸法，全身薰蒸时，药液放入浴盆，盆中置小木凳，上盖棉布，患者坐凳上，或不用小凳而直接坐盆中也可，点火加热使之产生药蒸汽。
传统的薰蒸疗法，一般是将药物煮沸，上罩以蒸桶 ( 箱 ) ，叫病人坐进蒸桶之内，再把蒸桶盖好，利用药水蒸汽薰蒸病人全身，以达防病治病的目的。“藏蒸堂”集古老的药物薰疗精华和现代的科技创新为一体，用负离子蒸汽器煎煮药包，温度自动调节，独具有不交叉感染和多功能的特点，使藏药薰疗从原始走向环保经济和科学时尚！
薰蒸保健在西藏有着悠久的历史，是中医常用的外治方法之一。藏药蒸综合了水浴、药浴、薰浴、蒸气浴的特点，选藏民间中草药，用煮沸后产生的蒸气进行薰蒸，借药力热力直接作用于所薰部位，达到扩张局部血管，促进血液循环、经通活胳，调和气血，解毒化淤、洁肤美容等效果。藏药蒸作为藏医药的重要组成部份，在西藏高原广泛应用于临床，在防治疾病方面，一直发挥着独特的作用。
按摩的功能
根据多年来的临床经验，「脚底按摩」有以下的功能：
1.促进血液循环之顺畅。
2.疏通人体能源循环管道之障碍。
3.促进器官部位功能之正常与各器官系统间的协调。
4.增进内分泌之平衡，缓和趋于紧张之系统。
5.排泄体内毒素杂物，维护健康。
6.加强新陈代谢功能，保持青春活力。
7.刺激细胞产生活力，防止老化。
8.恢复退化的器官机能，预防生病。
9.免打针、免吃药、疗效神奇。
按摩原理
身体的不健康，多半是因为缺乏运动的关系，古时候的人镇日赤脚在田中工作，脚底直接接触地面，因而受到刺激，促进循环，然后流汗喝水，完成了一个新陈代谢的正常循环，发挥人体的治御本能，所以，古人的身体比现代的我们健康许多。「脚底按摩」就是依照刺激穴道的原理，来做治疗。
「脚底按摩」按摩法是以刺激原理，按摩病变器官或腺体的反射区带，使其恢复原有功能，达到治疗的效果，保持健康的自然健康法。是第三医学的一门传统医疗方法。我们的身体借着新陈代谢作用，达成排除体内废物与毒素的功能。散布在全身的淋巴系统、肾脏、大小肠、皮肤等。都是排除新陈代谢作用所产生的废物的主要器官。如果这些器官的功能失常，则体内的废物与毒素无法排除，身体就会不健康。「脚底按摩」能借着刺激各部位反射区，使血液循环顺畅，排除积聚在体内的废物或毒素，使新陈代谢作用正常运作，达到治疗的效果。
反射区带
反射区带位于皮肤下面的神经末梢附近，就是反射区所在。有些反射区像柠檬一样大，如肝脏反射区：有些则小如大头针的针头一般(甚至更小)，如脑下垂体反射区。大体上，反射区的大小和其对应器官的大小成正比。当体内器官或腺体异常时，其反射区就会有结晶沉积，成为痛点。每个痛点的触觉反应不同：有的摸起来像沙子，有的呈现颗粒状，有的只有肿胀的感觉。按摩经验丰富的人，可以在病人还没叫痛之前，就感觉到结晶的存在。
第三医学
第三医学是指用刺激细胞组织的再生能力，让器官自己恢复并保持正常功能的医疗法(一般用吃药、打针来治疗疾病，称为第一医学;物理治疗、超音波治疗等称为第二医学。这两种医学理论，只能治标，无法根治，因此面临无法突破的境界)，这是未来的医疗趋势，也有很多医学家正在努力研究的一门医学，脚底反射区按摩也是第三医学的一种，它能造福更多的病患。
注意事项
脚底按摩的时间
平常一次按摩一个人，大约需要花三十至四十分钟的时间，若是身体较虚弱者或是较不能忍受疼痛者，就应该减少按摩的时间。如过是严重的心脏病或是肾脏病患者，按摩至该器官反射区时，最好按摩三至五分钟左右。此外，为罹患严重心脏病患按摩时，要控制好力量。
按摩多久才可痊愈
「脚底按摩」能够治疗许多疾病，但对于治御疾病的机率有多少，就不是非常可以确定的。同样的病有些人效果非常好，很快就治御了，有些人却效果不良，这是因为每个人体质不同的缘故，且和生活太度的乐观或悲观、工作轻松或忙碌、生活环境的品质、生活作息的规律…等等，都有很大的关系。
脚底按摩后喝水的重要性
在接受「脚底按摩」治疗后的人，反射区经过刺激后，使得反射区及血液内所集结之沉淀物、毒素等等，经过肾脏、输尿管、膀胱等排泄器官排出体外。因此，每次的「脚底按摩」后，都必须喝300～500cc的水，才能将体内的毒素及沉淀物排出体外，若是没有喝水，效果可能降低许多。
脚底按摩既然那么好，可以每天进行按摩吗？病人（顾客）没有必要每天来做脚底按摩，这反而会损伤肌肉。按摩一次后，肌肉得到松弛，血液得以循环，隔天还是有这方面的效用，可以隔两天再来做。
市面上销售的脚底按摩器种类繁多，功能在足部的穴位提供刺激，作用包括促进血液循环、舒缓关节不适、手部僵硬，促进新陈代谢。
这些保健商品基本上都具有辅助作用，能达到松弛肌肉，使血液系统循环良好的疗效。
不过使用者必须根据体质进行脚底按摩，时间也不应太长。
