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    Monkey and pig dissections: The history of anatomy knowledge

    I started off wanting to write about fascia (the connective tissue that envelopes and separates muscles), but my reading and research quickly brought me to other discoveries that were so exciting and macabre, that I felt it appropriate to share on Halloween. The book, "Anatomy Trains, Myofascial Meridians," by Thomas Myers, inspired me to find out more about the history of anatomical discoveries. A quote in the book stood out to me: "From Galen through Vesalius and beyond, i
    Monkey and pig dissections: The history of anatomy knowledge

    Ice or Heat for your pain?

    We can experience all sorts of muscle pains, but how do we know which therapy to use to reduce the pain? Ice or Heat? Here are a few ideas to consider when reaching for your heat compress or your ice pack. Some science: Heat causes vasodilation, or the widening of blood vessels, whereas Ice therapy causes vasoconstriction, or the narrowing of blood vessels. Heat applications transfer heat TO the body, whereas cold applications transfer heat FROM the body. Our bodies use pro
    Ice or Heat for your pain?

    Benefits of In-Home massage therapy

    There are 6 additional benefits to massage therapy when it is performed in the comfort of your own home.
    Benefits of In-Home massage therapy

    6 tips to not feel wrecked after a Music Festival

    Austin City Limits music festival is coming this weekend. Here are 6 tips to help yourself not feel wrecked by the end of the day. Find out
    6 tips to not feel wrecked after a Music Festival
     
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