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Alternative Healing

Alternative methods of healing have been used for centuries and may compliment most conventional methods of your wellness treatments. Whether your therapy includes the manual manipulation of the soft tissues or the gentle touch of visceral and craniosacral therapies, the use of natural and energetic elements can do wonders. We offer specialized and advanced body therapies specifically geared towards your alternative approach to healing.

Healing

Healing is one of the cornerstones of our mission here at First Hand Healing in Tucson, Arizona. Our ultimate goal is to provide our clients with the flexibility and opportunity to heal from a variety of ailments. Come in to our office today to experience healing, first hand.

Pain Management

We specialize in helping our clients manage their acute and chronic pain with a tailored bodywork plan specific to their individual assessment and needs. Therapeutic massage is an excellent way to relieve pain that cannot be sufficiently lessened by treating the underlying disease. Don't let pain control your life, let our experienced and caring professionals help you take control.

Massage Therapy

We want our clients to experience the power of massage therapy, first hand. Therapeutic massage is an excellent way to relieve specific aches and pains, relax and promote wellness. Our experienced, compassionate massage practitioners tailor a massage therapy regimen to fit your specific wellness needs.

Health

Health is something so many of us take for granted until we no longer have it. We want to promote health and wellness within the Tucson community, since we live here, too. There has been a marked shift in recent your from reactive to proactive treatments to achieve health. Our wide variety of services and products encourage everyday health and well-being. Your health is precious to us, too.

Rehabilitation

Rehabilitation after an accident can seem daunting. Our experienced and caring staff help our clients overcome injuries by implementing a variety of therapeutic massage techniques. If you were involved in an accident, have repetitive strain injuries or were injured playing sports, a rehabilitation program is key to your recovery. Don't let your injury rehabilitation become an unpleasant experience, come discover the healing power of therapeutic massage, first hand.

Alternative Healing

Alternative methods of healing have been used for centuries. Manipulation of the bodies energy and use of natural elements can do wonders. We offer therapies specifically geared towards your alternative healing. Ask us more about our TenZo, Healing Stone Reflex, Detox Body Wrap and Soy Wax Relief.

Massage

Our licensed and skilled practitioners know just how to massage your body to promote wellness and health. Your individual wellness is our top priority and we strive to provide the best therapeutic massage available. We offer a wide range of massage therapies ranging from Traditional Thai Massage and Healing Stone Therapy to Orthopedic Massage. Whatever your need, we have the massage therapy solution.

Bodywork

Bodywork is a therapeutic method of promoting health, awareness and wellness by interacting with the human body. Our licensed and experienced practitioners help our clients achieve a better physical state by performing proven bodywork techniques.

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Fibromyalgia

Research has shown that an hour per week of massage can significantly benefit Fibromyalgia sufferers.

What is Fibromyalgia?

Fibromyalgia is an arthritic condition in that it is associated with a long-term infection of the body, resulting in pain and fatigue. Fibromyalgia interrupts the normal sleeping patterns of the sufferer, and causes constant pain throughout the body.

Fibromyalgia sufferers often find that the fatigue and pain is worse when under stress, feeling anxiety, or feeling depressed. Mood swings and sleep disturbances are also common, as are migraines, tension headaches, and abdominal pain and cramping that may resemble irritable bowel syndrome.

Difficult to diagnose, fibromyalgia shares symptoms that resemble many other chronic conditions such as carpal tunnel syndrome, multiple sclerosis, and chronic fatigue syndrome. For this reason, a definitive diagnosis from a doctor is important in order to rule out other disorders.

What Causes Fibromyalgia?

The causes of Fibromyalgia are widely unknown, though it may be brought on by emotional, psychological, or physical changes or stress.

How Can Fibromyalgia be Prevented and Treated?

Relaxing and regulating stress may help prevent Fibromyalgia. These same keys may help promote health, improve sleeping patterns, and create relaxation in those already suffering from the disorder.

Some helpful therapies include:
  • Relax. Take time each day to relax or meditate, breathing deeply and creating a peaceful atmosphere.
  • Get regular massage treatments. Massage has been shown to help the body restore its natural sleep cycles by creating deep relaxation and reducing muscle pain and tension. Recent studies have shown that an hour per week of massage can significantly benefit Fibromyalgia sufferers. 
  • Talk to someone. Holding back may result in physical stress, exhaustion, and muscle tension. 
  • Stretch and exercise regularly. Fibromyalgia sufferers may find vigorous exercise to be exhausting and, therefore, are encouraged to exercise for 5-10 minutes at a time throughout the day. Exercise and stretches can help the body cope with the pain and tension of Fibromyalgia.
  • Consider diet changes. Try to eat a diet that promotes healthy well-being. Avoid foods that may cause the body distress, such as caffeine, chocolate, spicy foods, and foods high in sugars and fats. Also avoid foods that may have triggered problems in the past.


» Visit the National Fibromyalgia Association website