Wholefrog - Body by Design Wellness and Massage Therapy Clinic

Our body is a temple. We must keep it healthy and safe. But it is not always possible. There are some conditions that might occur in the body due to age or certain types of exercises. Plantar Fasciitis is one such condition. What is Plantar Fasciitis? One of the biggest causes of heel pain, plantar fasciitis involves the inflammation of a thick band of tissue that runs across the bottom of your foot and connects your heel bone to your toes. Symptoms: Plantar fasciitis commonly causes a stabbing pain in your foot. It usually occurs with your first steps in the morning, and it increases after long periods of standing or just as you arise from sitting. Can it happen to you? Although it is more common in runners, it can happen due to age, overweight, and certain types of exercises as well. Ballet dance and aerobic dance also have a risk factor in the development of plantar fasciitis. They sometimes contribute to an earlier onset of plantar fasciitis. If you are flat-foo...

Do you often feel stressed and overworked?  Due to our unbalanced lifestyle and work pressure, it is our body that suffers the most. Various kinds of pains start to creep in different body parts, especially back, neck, and legs due to stress. When this happens, it is evident that our lives become inconvenient and we are not able to do our jobs productively. Practically, medication is not the feasible solution to treat such body pains, and they can only be fully cured through complete body wellness programs such as therapeutic massages. Such massage therapies are a part of bodywork treatment in which the human body is programmed by the therapists in such a way that it heals on its own. Based on the condition of the body and its pain, the therapeutic massage treatment includes core strength therapy, joint health treatment, stretching/strengthening exercises, healing bodywork, customized massage treatment, Hot Rocks and much more. Professionals providing therapeutic mass...

Are you excited about the new life you are about to give birth to? Are you cherishing the phase, but feeling exhausted too? How about going for a prenatal massage? Highly beneficial for soon-to-be mothers, prenatal massage works wonders in relaxing tense muscles, improving circulation & mobility, and easing sore spots. One of the best ways to feel great, prenatal massage enhances mood & lowers stress levels, reduces prenatal depression & anxiety, lowers the risk of preterm birth & low birth weight in infants, and dials down swelling in the legs. Overall, it can be said that prenatal massage is an ideal choice for pregnant ladies who wish to cope with all the significant changes that take place during the time of pregnancy in the best possible way. Having said that, if you think a prenatal massage would be of immense benefit for you, get ready to relax your body and mind without thinking twice. If concerned about an ideal source, you can rely on the Whole Frog to p...

Pregnancy adds a new meaning to your existence and the very thought of childbirth and motherhood ushers in feelings of unrestrained joy and contentment. The world seems to be a better place as you envisage a new chapter in your life. Endless thoughts keep coming and going, and there are brief phases of fear and uncertainty that seem to get the better of expecting mothers, especially in the first two trimesters. So how do you overcome these shortcomings and enjoy the best of this beautiful phase? Case studies suggest that massage therapy during pregnancy can actually help reduce stress and anxiety. It is one of the best ways to master your discomforts, be it physical or psychological. The history of therapeutic massage dates back to the ancient times when people believed in its healing effects. It originated in China and Egypt and is a pure combination of holistic medicine, meditation, relaxation, and aromatherapy. It is now practiced all across the globe and the soft touch of an ...

As our feet bear the complete body weight, they have more chances of suffering from various disorders than other body parts. Also, many people overuse their legs by walking long distances, standing for long periods and/or overdoing exercises that involve legs. Plantar fasciitis is one such kind of disorders that cause pain in the heel and bottom of the foot. People suffering from plantar fasciitis feel the pain most severely when they start walking after taking rest. Also, the bending of the foot and toes towards the shin worsen the pain along with tight Achilles tendon. As obvious, obese people are more likely to suffer from plantar fasciitis. Even though modern ways of treating plantar fasciitis are available, it is best cured through conservative treatments such as massage therapy and stretching. When the affected part is massaged properly, it propels a range of motion resulting in the increment of blood circulation. Good massage performed by a professional therapist helps in relea...