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Fatigue goes beyond “just” feeling tired. Whether you are experiencing mental or physical fatigue (or both), fatigue is a sense of complete, utter exhaustion, being worn-out, and not sure if you can go on. If you are fatigued after running a marathon or working an 18-hour day, treat yourself to some well-deserved rest! However, many people report feeling fatigued day in and day out, despite not expanding that much energy. When they visit our massage office in New Jersey, they report feeling tired, under the weather, or down. Read on to find out what might cause this and how massage […]

As the holiday season hits in full swing, you may find yourself more pressed for time than ever before! But you know that taking time for yourself is important to restore your mood, recharge your energy, and connect with your inner wellness. While this can be a challenge year-round, it is particularly a challenge during the holiday season when friends, family, work, and others are placing more demands on your time! At Essential Massage Therapy in Sparta, we know the holiday rush, and some tips to beat it! These three tips can help you claim time for yourself this season, […]

Do you ever feel like all the air has been sucked right out of the room? If you do not have a health condition, such as asthma, emphysema, or a nasty respiratory infection, this may just be a sign that you need to catch your breath—and relax! In fact, many people report feeling shortness of breath, “not enough oxygen,” or like they have a difficult time getting air when they feel anxious, excited, or nervous. For some, these feelings can last all day. Some don’t even know they are struggling to breathe, but may wonder why it is so much […]

September is pain awareness month, and those of us at Essential Massage Therapy in New Jersey are more than happy to join the cause and promote awareness! Every day, thousands of people are in pain. Your friends, your neighbors, your family—nobody is exempt from these challenges! Even worse, many who have relied on prescription painkillers find that they are developing dependence or tolerance—the medicines build up in the body, meaning that more and more are needed to relieve pain. Even those who never abuse these medications or seek them outside of their doctor’s office can become dangerously addicted. So what […]

As your kids head back to school, you may already be anticipating the hassles. Fortunately, the team at Essential Massage Therapy in New Jersey knows all about stress, hassle, and how to beat them both! Read on to find out some tips for making this back to school season a breeze!

Fuel Up

Too many kids start their day with their tank on empty—fill them up with healthy, wholesome foods for a productive day of learning! If your kids aren’t keen on food in the morning, try some of these healthy ideas to boost their appetites: make smoothies, create an “on the […]