Healthy Destinations: Hartford & West Hartford Which treatment


is right for you? This depends on what you’re looking for; pain man- agement, stress relief, treatment for a medical condition, or simple re- laxation. West Hartford Yoga (WHY) offers a di- verse array of services to


Heal, Stretch, and Decompress at West Hartford Yoga


of physical benefi ts. Similarly, getting a massage feels amazing and luxurious and reduces pain, minimizes stress, and sup- ports you in being as healthy as possible. Some benefi ts of massage therapy and other holistic modalities include:


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• Decreased low-back pain, chronic pain, headache frequency, and muscle tension.


• Increased blood fl ow, which improves memory and promotes healthier skin.


• Release of endorphins and reduced cortisol to positively combat stress, anxiety, and depression.


Regular treatments can also reduce


infl ammation, improve sleep, help prevent injuries, and manage the side effects of cancer treatment.


nyone who has practiced yoga knows it offers a distinct feeling of bliss that complements a variety


help enhance your yoga practice, heal your body, and maintain a sense of well-being:


• Swedish massage: long, fl owing strokes help ease tension and stress, creating an overall feeling of deep relaxation.


• Deep tissue massage: uses deep pres- sure to relieve stress, scar tissue, and muscle tension; valuable for anyone physically active.


• Hot stone massage: smooth, warm stones are used to increase muscle relaxation and blood fl ow, and re- duce overall fatigue.


• Prenatal massage: helps alleviate swelling and aching muscles, and provides special care to the expect- ing mother.


• WHY signature massage: a custom massage combining deep tissue, Swedish, myofascial release, and energy work.


• Acupuncture: an ancient healing modality that promotes wellness, helps prevent illness, and supports the treatment of various medical conditions.


• Yoga therapy: a blend of yoga postures, breath work, and physical therapy techniques to improve body and mind functionality.


• Chiropractic: restores normal move- ment to the spine and extremities to relieve stress and pressure on the muscles, ligaments, and nerves.


• Nutritional holistic consultations: optimizes health, boosts immunity, and increases energy while helping with a wide variety of health-related issues, from food allergies to osteoporosis.


• Neuromuscular Treatment (NMT): utilizes muscular pressure to balance the body’s central nervous system, treat and prevent soft tissue injuries, and relieve chronic pain.


• Shamanic healing: harmonizes mind, body, and soul through coaching and ancient energetic healing techniques.


• Zen shiatsu: maximizes the body’s natural healing power and resolves such symptoms as musculoskeletal pain, recurring infections, and gas- trointestinal dysfunction.


If you’re searching for balance, a respite


from chronic pain, or simply an opportunity to unwind, scheduling regular massage (or other healing arts) sessions might be exactly what you need.


Article submitted by West Hartford Yoga (23 Brook Street, West Hartford CT). For more information on WHY’s Healing Arts program and to schedule an appoint- ment, visit westhartfordyoga.com or call 860.953.9642. See ad on this page


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