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Float Therapy Newton, Ma

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What Is Float Therapy? Flotation Therapy is a scientific-based deep relaxation called Restricted Environmental Stimulation Technique (R.E.S.T.). Each float session is a private escape in a soothing, saltwater-filled flotation tank for your mind and body to experience weightlessness in a zero-gravity environment. This creates an incredibly tranquil and calming sensation that is gaining attention as a therapeutic technique and an ultimate relaxation tool. Float Therapy Newton ma

Handheld Cold Laser Device – Frequently Asked Questions

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1. How do cold laser therapy devices (low laser light therapy), work? Cold laser therapy devices can promote tissue regeneration, wound healing and muscle recovery; reduce inflammation and relieve pain; and stimulate the growth of new blood vessels. LLLT is used in injury rehabilitation – and specifically for joint damage – due to its anti-inflammatory and pain relief properties. LLLT is thought to work when the light an LLLT device emits passes through the skin into the body, where it stimulates the energy and respiration centers of cells – mitochondria – resulting in greater cell energy, communication, nutrition, growth and life. LLLT is used to reduce inflammation, the most common cause of musculoskeletal pain. Research has shown that it reduces the cells and enzymes responsible for causing inflammation and increases antioxidant and anti-inflammatory enzymes. 2. What is the depth of penetration of each of the laser beams? The LLLT has two beams, each with a different penet...

Journaling to Relieve Anxiety and Stress

Anxiety can cause multiple issues in your daily life and health. One of the many health issues that anxiety can trigger is heart problems and high blood pressure. If you're hesitant to start a medication to help with anxiety, there are many natural ways you can ease the feeling of anxiety in your life. One method that we love, here at New Leaf Counseling, is journaling. This form of processing has helped many people and gets to the root of the problem. Here is how you can create and use an anxiety journal to naturally reduce your anxiety, attacks, and related health issues caused by anxiety.   How to Use an Anxiety Journal    Anxiety manifests itself in many different ways, but for most, when we experience anxiety, we usually feel a rush of emotions all at once. Our thoughts and emotions can feel fast-paced and can be overwhelming if there is no outlet. Some people find that the manic nature of anxiety and thoughts can be worse than the actual onset of anxiety itself.  For this rea...