Massage

I mentioned in an earlier post that I had found a massage therapist that actually worked.

I have tried many medications, which doctors love to throw at you.  Some of the pills I have been on are;

Wellbutrin
Zopicolone
Morphine
Codeine
Percocet
Cymbalta Lyrica
Fentanyl

That is just some of the meds that I have tried...and nothing has worked.  I have tried the natural route, conventional massage, acupuncture, herbs, teas, listened to my parents and went to see so called specialists who can "CURE" Fibro, which brings me to a whole other rant...which I will avoid today, but one specialist actually suggested putting a lawn chair in my shower for me to sit in.  Anyways I have tried it all. 

I went to my fathers in Washington, DC or more accurately Arlington, VA (5mins away from Washington), and he begged me to go to this massage therapist.  I skeptically went, very skeptical.  She sat me down and explained that she believes, everything has to do with alignment.  She gave me a choice a nice soft massage or a massage that doesnt feel so great but will bring me some relief.  Now I had to give it a try, she has had Lupus for over a decade, and massaging for that long....if it is working for her have to give it a whirl. 

The massage hurt, no lies here.  Her elbows went under your should blades, back, sides, she bends you to your limit, and keeps going.  I wanted to yell stop so many times, but I figure if it works I can go through a hour of pain happily.  After I was done, she did do something that was not comprehendable to me, she said "No more heels".  To me that is not allowed, it is against my religion, nope.  I have listened to a point, with that, but I love my heels and will continue to wear them.  Continuing on, that day I had so much energy (compared to every other day), did not want to nap, minimal pain (didnt even notice it), it was a complete change, but it worked.  If I lived in Washington I would be going everyday.  I have been looking relentlessly since I have returned home, but still cant find one who does it the way she did.

The type of massage is Neuromuscular Therapy with Myofacial Therapy. It is both types of therapy combined together, not performed seperatly.  Also you have to have someone who believes in the holistic side, not the medicinal side, as that aspect is very good for any healthy healing.  I am not saying it is a cure for all, or will work for you, but it did wonders for me and a few other people I know, and what do you have to lose.

Should you want to see this person, if you live in the area, and you are open minded please contact me.

Laugh lots....

I had a wonderful lady who read this blog and asked if I would set up a link to her blog that provides tips for finding a massage therapist.  I have taken a look and happy to support.  If you would like press the link and see if some of the tips will help you.