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| Massage Therapy |
Massaging skin, muscle and joints relieves muscle spasms and tension, and improves flexibility and circulation. There are various types of massage, ranging from a gentle aromatherapy, or a sports massage directed at specfici muscles used in athletic activities, to deep tissue massage which kneads and separates muscle groups, while stretching the connective tissue to help realign the body.  |
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| Medi-Spas |
Facilities that combine the best of Western medicine with therapeutic spa treatments; physicians address everything from chronic headaches, sleeping disorders, and weight management to total mind-body-spirit healthcare. |
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| Meditation |
Although many forms of meditation are practiced, they all have a commonality: meditation is a state of focused attention that promotes deep relaxation to heal the body and quiet the mind. Often used as part of a stress reduction program, meditation is known to lower heart rate, blood pressure, blood lactate levels and metabolism. It also stimulates alertness, awareness, creativity and psychological well being. |
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| Microdermabrasion |
A skin resurfacing procedure using topical preparations and tools that slough off dead skin cells.
A facial exfoliation procedure in which the skin is “sandblasted” with ultra-fine crystals of aluminum-oxide or other ingredients to remove the top layer of skin. |
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| Mineral Waters |
Derived from natural springs and wells, mineral waters contain a minimum of 1,000 mgr/1itre solid components of rare or biologically active elements. While mineral compositions, all help to improve circulation, detoxify the body, and ease ailments such as rheumatism and arthritis. |
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| Mud baths |
A highly mineralized mud, often mixed with oil or water, is applied to the body as a heat pack to sooth muscles and stimulate circulation. Moor and peat baths provide similar benefits, and are particularly rich in organic matter, proteins, vitamins and trace elements. |
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| Mudras |
Sometimes called yoga for the fingers and hands, devotees claim these postures can bring energy, insight, and calm. |
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