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A ten-minute run can boost brain processing

Running may be a useful activity to undertake for better mental health.


Early interventions could help counteract muscle loss

Weakening muscles are a natural part of the ageing process, but for some people with a condition called sarcopenia the decline is abnormally fast.


Virtual care still has a place in post-pandemic health care

Virtual care is a way to deliver health-care services using technology to remotely connect patients and health professionals. While most people think of using videoconferencing technologies such as Zoom or Skype, virtual care can also be conducted by telephone.
 
 
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Exploring essential oils

It makes “scents” – exploring essential oils

Before exposure to aromatherapy college curricula, we’ve all been introduced to essential oils in unexpected forms. Ask any teen struggling with acne issues and they will know the unforgettable scent of tea tree oil. A traditional medicine of Australia’s Aborigines, the tea tree leaves are dried and crushed to expel the oil which can be inhaled for respiratory issues or applied directly to the skin. This approach is referred to as the “undiluted” or “neat” application of essential oils since it is used without a carrier or base oil. This is also where the heated debate begins. Purists will extoll the virtues of undiluted applications while the opposing team will debate that it can be harmful, especially if contraindications or potential interactions with a client’s medications are overlooked. » Learn More
 
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5 ways to diversify your income with remote care

During this free webinar, you’ll learn: 5 ways to increase your income without working in a clinic; How to adapt your practice to meet growing patient demand; The tools and costs associated with setting up you own remote practice in your community; 3 zero-cost marketing strategies to get started and grow your referrals » More info

Podcast: The role of empathy in massage

Are massage therapists properly equipped, in their training and informed by evidence, to respond appropriately to patient affect, particularly in advanced care situations? » Listen now