Massage therapy is known to help with all sorts of back pain and stiffness. It can also help resolve these symptoms in the neck. There are many types of this therapy to choose from, but the most common that help resolve a stiff neck are therapeutic, scientific and sports massage. These various techniques are typically applied to the neck as well as the shoulders and back. This therapy is the most common type of massage in the United States. After reading your intake form the licensed therapy provider assess your aches and painful areas and custom tailors a massage specifically for you. Using all massage techniques massage strokes run along the direction of blood flow to the heart. The main goal of this type of massage is to relieve pain) and to get rid of compensation tension throughout the entire body. These methods use deeper pressure, when necessary, to reach all layers of the muscles and connective tissues. The neck is a sensitive area. It is important to choose the right therapist so that you avoid any added pain that can come from incorrectly applied techniques. Neck and shoulder pain is the second most common complaint when clients come in for massage. Massage therapy has been proven to help with neck pain and stiffness, but muscle memory governs how our bodies work, so in order to get rid of chronic pain, multiple massages are required to change ingrained muscle patterns, usually 3 massages, done close together (3 or 4 days apart) in order to interrupt the cycle your body is already in. If you are experiencing neck pain, talk to your friends and see what experience they have had with local therapist, also check reviews on line to see what people are saying about local massage therapy providers, seek a therapist that has reviews talking about getting relief from old painful areas. Massage therapy can help reduce pain and stiffness, but other things can help too. Chiropractic Care when combined with massage often can be beneficial, lifestyle changes like reducing stress and changing your posture are two of the best steps you can take to prevent pain and muscle tension. Stretching regularly and sitting with your head in a neutral position. Exercising, sleeping well, and eating a healthy diet can help keep all your muscles in good health. If you are looking for a relaxing way to release tension and pain, massage therapy might be right for you. Armando’s Day Spa is well known in this area and offers a variety of services for massage and skin care, located at 2101 Estero Blvd on Fort Myers Beach. in the same location and family owned for over 21 years, check out their reviews online and see what others are saying about them.. You can reach them at: 239-483-1200, go to: www.armandosdayspa.com or search “Best Massage” on the web Dear Doctor: I've been taking thyroid medication for several years, and my doctor says my blood tests are where they should be, but my face feels like sandpaper, my nails are brittle, and I'm losing so much hair that I can see my scalp. Could there be some underlying problem my physician is missing? Dear Reader: Hair loss can be a distressing symptom, made all the more so when its cause is a mystery. Your thyroid hormone levels are an obvious place to start, because both low and high thyroid levels can lead to hair and nail changes. Symptoms of high thyroid levels include hair loss, skin that is unusually smooth and warm, and nails that soften and loosen from the nail bed. The remaining hair becomes thinner, softer and does not hold a wave. Symptoms of low thyroid levels also include hair loss, including in the armpits and genital area, but the hair in this scenario is dull, coarse and fragile. As for the nails, they tend to be delicate, thin and have multiple grooves. That said, if your physician has done a complete panel of thyroid tests and the results have been normal, then most likely the function of your thyroid gland is not the cause of the brittle nails nor the hair loss. That doesn't mean the thyroid isn't a factor. Autoimmune thyroid disease can lead to hair loss, both patchy and more diffuse, as well as inflammatory conditions of the skin. Such disease isn't always reflected in thyroid hormone levels. Checking anti-thyroid antibodies in the blood can identify autoimmune thyroid disease, and point you and your doctor in a clearer direction. Hair loss also can be caused by androgenic alopecia, linked to an excess of androgens, a type of male hormone. These hormones are present in both men and women, but they're higher than normal in some women, such as those with congenital adrenal hyperplasia or polycystic ovarian disease, which is relatively common. Simply checking levels of testosterone and dehydroepiandrosterone (DHEA) can either rule out androgenic alopecia or suggest that it be explored further. Another potential cause is medication. Some medications can lead to hair loss, so if your symptoms seem coincidental to starting a new medication, there might be an association. Biotin deficiency, which is rare, can also cause hair loss and inflammation of the facial skin. But if you have a normal diet and eat eggs, you have a low likelihood of this condition. Nonetheless, it's something to rule out. Iron deficiency also can lead to both brittle nails and hair loss. This doesn't explain the skin manifestations that you have, but if you are looking at other possibilities, checking the iron level of the blood should be part of the workup. Any major illness can lead to hair loss and nail changes, and psychological stress can lead to hair loss. So, if there have been major stressors in your life, either physical or psychological, consider that a potential culprit. In summary, if your thyroid levels are normal, it would be wise to check your thyroid antibodies, androgens and iron levels -- and your level of stress. Eve Glazier, M.D., MBA, and Elizabeth Ko, M.. Massage Therapy for Neck and Shoulder Pain ASK THE DOCTORS Hair Loss Could Be Multiple Causes Sun Bay Paper Available Do you like this News Paper? Interested in having your own Franchise in your hometown or in taking over this one? 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