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The Importance of Post-Operative Lymphatic Drainage Massage Therapy: Faster Recovery & Better Results
Post-operative recovery can be challenging, but adding lymphatic drainage massage to the healing process can make a world of difference for patients undergoing plastic surgery. This specialized therapy offers numerous benefits that help optimize recovery outcomes while enhancing overall well-being.

Nicole Longwell
Apr 24, 20252 min read


Can Massage Therapy and Microcurrent Reduce Post-Surgical Fibrosis?
Can massage actually reduce post-surgical fibrosis? Let's explore the science behind this and the potential benefits of massage therapy.

Nicole Longwell
Feb 17, 20254 min read


What is the difference between MLD (Manual Lymphatic Drainage) and CDP (Complete Decongestant Physiotherapy)
If you or your clients are navigating lymphedema care, understanding the difference between Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) and Complete Decongestive Therapy (CDT) is essential. While both support the lymphatic system, they serve different purposes and are used in different stages of treatment.

Nicole Longwell
Jul 18, 20241 min read


Resetting a Dysregulated Nervous System in Under 60 Seconds: Simple Somatic Tools for Calm and Clarity
When the nervous system becomes dysregulated—often due to chronic stress, trauma, or emotional overwhelm—it can lead to symptoms like anxiety, fatigue, and difficulty concentrating. Fortunately, somatic practices offer fast, effective ways to restore balance and calm.

Nicole Longwell
Apr 6, 20231 min read


Non Sleep Deep Rest | NSDR | 15 minute Yoga Nidra
Use this Non Sleep Deep Rest | NSDR | 15 minute Yoga Nidra for relaxation, to cultivate ease and for deep rest. Yoga Nidra is also known as

Nicole Longwell
Oct 4, 20222 min read


About your FSM/Avazzia Microcurrent session - Set up for Microcurrent
A little overview about a FSM session. May use washcloths or hand towels to help with increasing the area through which current can go in.

Nicole Longwell
Apr 1, 20222 min read


Releasing the Pelvic Floor
Many people suffer from chronic tesnion and pain in the pelvis or their bottom. In some cases it is attributed to the muscles of the pelvic floor being tigh or in spasm. We may also have trigger points that contribute to pain in the pelvis, but also radiating into the groin, legs, hips, and back.

Nicole Longwell
May 13, 20161 min read


Life without Pain -- Avazzia Microcurrent
Unlike traditional pain treatments that mask symptoms, Avazzia devices use low-intensity microcurrents that interact with the body’s own electrical communication system — especially the C-fiber nerve pathways — to help reduce pain signals, improve circulation, and stimulate the body’s internal relief mechanisms. Avazzia

Nicole Longwell
Mar 14, 20161 min read


Effect of STRESS on our bodies
Medically, long-term stress has been linked to a wide range of conditions such as heart disease, high blood pressure, migraines, insomnia, diabetes, fatigue, breathing problems, and increased inflammation. It can also worsen anxiety, depression, irritability, and unhealthy coping behaviors.
Holistic therapies like massage, lymphatic drainage, craniosacral therapy, and microcurrent treatments help shift the body into a parasympathetic (rest-and-heal) state — reducing cortisol

Nicole Longwell
Jun 26, 20141 min read
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