SPECIALTIES -Sports Injury -Orthopedic -Trigger Point   Release -Stress Relief -Deep Tissue    Tim McArdle, LMT Muscular Therapist Soft Tissue Specialist

A proud member of the "The Healing & Wellness Trust" Multiple levels of health care through qualified practitioners info at:  www.howellschiropractic.net "Often times people are stressed in our culture. Stress-related disorders make up between 80-and-90 percent of the ailments that bring people to family-practice physicians. What they require is someone to listen, someone to touch them, someone to care. That does not exist in modern medicine. One of the complaints heard frequently is that physicians don't touch their patients any more. Touch just isn't there. Years ago massage was a big part of nursing. There was so much care, so much touch, so much goodness conveyed through massage. Now nurses for the most part are as busy as physicians. They're writing charts, dealing with insurance notes, they're doing procedures and often there is no room for massage any more. I believe massage therapy is absolutely key in the healing process not only in the hospital environment but because it relieves stress, it is obviously foundational in the healing process any time and anywhere." Joan Borysenko - Massage Journal Interview, Fall 1999 TRY A CHAIR MASSAGE Tim McArdle, LMT is your Chair Massage Specialist! HAVE YOU EVER TRIED A CHAIR MASSAGE? Chair Massage is just like it sounds; a variety of massage strokes used on the posterior of a client while seated in a therapeutic massage chair.  It is continuing to grow as a popular type of therapy because of its positive effects.  It is a very convenient and quick type of service that has AMAZING results!  Therefore, Tim McArdle, LMT performs Chair Massage services at all of his locations on a regular basis. If your schedule doesn't lend time to booking longer table sessions or you feel it is an inconvenience to have to disrobe and redress before and after a session, but you still want and need relief and relaxation, then Chair Massage is a GREAT option.  With the current state of the economy, money is tight for everyone and a full table session may not fit your budget, but you still need care.  Chair Massage is a quick, inexpensive and positive way to improve your health care needs.  Chair Massage is particularly beneficial to clients suffering from upper back, shoulder and neck pain.  Remember, pain is supposed to be a signal the body is sending us, not something we have to deal with everyday so call Tim McArdle, LMT and book a Chair Massage session.  Whether you are overworked, overstressed or just need to relax, stop in for 5, 10, 15 or even 20 minutes in the chair.  It's the convenient path to pain relief during a lunch break, after work or any time in between.  Stressful Job?    Stressful Day? Call to make a short appointment and to take 5,10 or 15 minutes and stop in for a Chair Massage Session! On your lunch, during a break, before or after work, ANYTIME YOU FEEL STRESSED! It can make a positive difference in your day!

"Massage Therapy" is
The holistic application of physical touch to affect the systems of the body positively
improving health and well-being.  It is therapeutic application to the skin, underlying
muscle and other soft tissue of the recipient for the purpose of physical and psychological
relaxation, improvement of circulation, relief of sore muscles, and other therapeutic effects.

**It is not Physiotherapy (Physical Therapy) or any
practice of manipulation of the skeletal structure (Chiropractic Care). 

REMEMBER: Massage not only feels good as it soothes and relaxes your body, it also helps
heal.  Massage increases blood and lymph flow and brings nutrients to the tissue and helps eliminate wastes.  Take care of yourself and treat your body to a therapeutic massage soon!

Do you realize how many benefits there are to Massage Therapy? (I firmly believe orthopedic/therapeutic massage is a positive and successful all natural healing method)

Physical Benefits of Therapeutic Massage Helps relieve stress and aids relaxation Helps relieve muscle tension and stiffness Alleviates discomfort during pregnancy Fosters faster healing of strained muscles and sprained ligaments; reduces pain and swelling; reduces formation of excessive scar tissue Reduces muscle spasms Provides greater joint flexibility and range of motion Enhances athletic performance; treats injuries caused during sport or work Promotes deeper and easier breathing Improves circulation of blood and movement of lymph fluids Reduces blood pressure Helps relieve tension-related headaches and effects of eye-strain Enhances the health and nourishment of skin Improves posture Strengthens the immune system Treats muscles problems Rehabilitation post operative Rehabilitation after injury (Source: AMTA)

Mental Benefits of Massage Therapy Fosters peace of mind Promotes a relaxed state of mental alertness Helps relieve mental stress Improves ability to monitor stress signals and respond appropriately Enhances capacity for calm thinking and creativity Emotional Benefits Satisfies needs for caring nurturing touch Fosters a feeling of well-being Reduces levels of anxiety Creates body awareness Increases awareness of mind-body connection (Source: AMTA)

Why should you choose Tim McArdle, LMT as your Massage Therapist?

• He helps relieve stress & aids in relaxation of the body
  
• He works with a plan toward healing with clients
  
• He is a knowledgeable fully trained Licensed Massage Therapist
  
• He offers competitive rates & timely service
  
• He subscribes to individual care, positive communication
  & natural healing
  
• He has positive references available upon request
  
  

 *Although Massage Therapy is a safe and effective treatment which benefits people of all ages and conditions, it may not be appropriate for some individuals. It's always important to consult with your doctor before you receive a massage, especially for those individuals with infectious diseases, certain forms of cancer, skin problems, phlebitis (inflammation of the veins) and cardiac conditions.

*Contra-indications; are situations where it is advisable to be cautious about having massage treatment. Conditions such as: Acute inflammation, redness, swelling, marked breathing difficulty, fever, skin rash, varicose veins. If you have any of these conditions or other concerns, check with your therapist at the time of booking your treatment.

GIFT CERTIFICATES

TIM MCARDLE, LMT Offers Gift Certificates for all sessions all year!

A great gift idea for any holiday!  Works well as a birthday, valentines or anniversary gift, but there is no need for an occasion to give someone a Specialty Massage Gift Certificate, it can just be to show how much you care and want someone to feel much better!
What could be better than to add a relaxing massage to your week?

BENEFITS of Massage Therapy
The interest in massage therapy has steadily increased in the last 20 years. A healing art that's been around since ancient times, massage therapy offers an unlimited number of benefits that can touch each person individually.

Massage therapy provides numerous therapeutic benefits for health, fitness and mental well-being. Massage helps improve the body's circulation, increases blood and lymph flow, stimulates the nervous system and affects internal organs as well as all of the muscles.

It's important to find the right massage therapist that offers the style that best fits your needs, has been properly trained and is legally licensed to practice in order for you to get the most from your session.  Massage therapy can relieve muscle tension, strain, soreness and strain, as well as insomnia, arthritis, bursitis, headaches, digestive problems, stress, anxiety, depression and much more. 
 
Not only does massage feel good, help you relax, improve your range of motion and relax your muscles, it can also enhance your overall health and well-being. Techniques can release taut bands of muscle that regularly refer pain as well as release hormones from the parasympathetic nervous system that help relax the mind and body.  

Massage Therapy helps promote relaxation, releasing stress and tension in our bodies. Too much unresolved stress in our lives can cause constant muscular tension. This tension or tightness reduces the flow of blood and oxygen to the muscles and organs and also restricts nerve & lymph supply. Tension creates a tendency for a build up of toxins in the body, and reduces the flow of the more subtle energy or life force (Chi). Tension can lead to symptomatic feelings of fatigue, heaviness, aches and pains, tightness of muscles and stiffness. Muscular stress can increase the likelihood of strains and injuries. Muscular stress also distorts the skeletal structure which further compounds existing problems and creates new ones.  Stress can also lead to weight gain.

Tim McArdle, LMT
Mission Statement:
My goal as a health practitioner is to aid in the healing process, to work toward your specific needs and to give the necessary individual care to each client.  If you have never tried massage, you have never experienced the amazing benefits.  My suggestion to you is to call and start out by just booking a 30 minute massage to see its affects. 
email me at tmmcard@aol.com 
Thank you and I look forward to working with you 

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