ANew You Massage Therapy and Bodywork

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❄️JANUARY SCHEDULING IS NOW OPEN❄️

The new year is just around the corner, and it’s time to get your self-care on the calendar!

If you have a gift certificate you’ve been waiting to redeem, January appointments are now available! Go ahead and book your session so you can start the new year feeling relaxed, refreshed, and ready to become a new you.

🎁 Looking to give the gift of massage?

Due to an extremely busy schedule, online gift certificate purchases are currently unavailable. However, you can still give the gift of self-care by pre-booking a massage appointment for someone special!

Thank you so much for your continued support, patience, and understanding. I am incredibly grateful for each and every one of you who chooses to support my small business. ❤️

Let’s make self-care a priority in the new year!

Book your January appointment today!

🍂OUT OF OFFICE: October 14–17🍁

ANew You Massage Therapy and Bodywork will be out of the office while my husband and I celebrate our 6th wedding anniversary in Chicago.

We’ll be exploring the city, visiting museums, enjoying a concert, and of course, indulging in some delicious Chicago Italian beef sandwiches 😋

Sometimes we all need to step away from work, recharge, and make memories with the people we love. I’m looking forward to a few days of adventure and quality time with my favorite person.

📩 Business Communication & Scheduling:
All work-related messages, calls, and appointment inquiries will be returned on Monday, October 19.

If you need to make any appointment adjustments while I’m away, please visit my website to manage your appointment or leave me a message, and I’ll get back to you when I return.

Thank you for your patience, understanding, and continued support of my small business! I appreciate each and every one of you.

Until then, I’ll be enjoying a little Chicago-style self-care! 💜

🟢 Manual Lymphatic Drainage 🟢

What exactly is Manual Lymphatic Drainage, and is it right for you?

Manual Lymphatic Drainage, or MLD, is a very gentle, rhythmic technique designed to encourage the movement of lymph fluid through the lymphatic system. Unlike traditional massage, MLD uses light, specific movements rather than deep pressure.

MLD may be appropriate for people experiencing:

• Lymphedema or lymphatic congestion
• Swelling following certain surgeries or medical treatments
• Postoperative swelling, when cleared by your healthcare provider
• Lipedema
• Some types of chronic swelling or edema
• Swelling following lymph node removal or radiation treatment
• Facial or body puffiness
• A desire for a gentle, relaxing lymphatic-focused treatment

MLD is also commonly incorporated into lymphedema care alongside compression, exercise, skin care and other therapies.

🚫 WHEN SHOULD YOU NOT RECEIVE MLD?

MLD is NOT appropriate for everyone.

You should NOT receive lymphatic drainage if you currently have:

• An active infection or fever
• Cellulitis
• A known blood clot or DVT
• Untreated acute inflammation
• Certain significant heart conditions
• Significant kidney failure
• Certain acute medical conditions

MLD should also not be performed directly over cancerous tissue or areas of skin damaged by radiation.

⚠️ MEDICAL CLEARANCE MAY BE NEEDED

If you have a history of cancer, recent surgery, cardiovascular or kidney disease, are taking blood thinners, have significant swelling of unknown cause, or have another medical condition, please talk with your healthcare provider before receiving MLD.

If you have unexplained or sudden swelling, especially swelling accompanied by pain, redness, warmth or shortness of breath, medical evaluation should come BEFORE massage.

💜 WHO IS A GOOD CANDIDATE?

MLD can be an excellent option for many people when it is appropriately indicated and performed by a trained practitioner. Every body and every medical history is different, so your intake and health history matter.

At ANew You Massage Therapy & Bodywork, I take the time to discuss your goals, health history and current symptoms before determining whether MLD is appropriate for you.

MLD should feel gentle. More pressure does NOT mean better lymphatic drainage.

Your lymphatic system deserves a little love, too. 💜

📍 ANew You Massage Therapy & Bodywork
Hamilton, Ohio

🎁 Gift Card Update from ANew You Massage Therapy & Bodywork

Online gift card sales have been temporarily suspended.

If you would like to purchase a gift card, please give me a call or let me know during your next visit, and I’ll be happy to help!

✨ Already have an online gift card?
No worries! All previously purchased online gift cards are still valid and available to be redeemed.

A little heads-up: the remainder of 2026 is pretty booked up, so appointment availability is limited. Gift cards can absolutely be redeemed in 2027, and I highly recommend scheduling your appointment as soon as my January books open to help ensure you get the date and time that works best for you.

Thank you so much for your continued support, patience, and understanding! I appreciate every single one of you and look forward to helping you become a new you. 💜

🍂 HAPPY 1ST DAY OF FALL! 🍂

The schedule is officially OPEN to book for the rest of the year! 🎉✨

The holidays will be here before we know it, so now is the perfect time to book those holiday massage appointments and make sure you get the date and time that works best for YOU!

Give yourself something to look forward to this season. Your body deserves a little extra care during the busy months ahead!

🍂 Happy Healthy Fall, Y’all! 🍂

🍑 HAPPY MUSCLE MONDAY! 🍑

Today’s muscle: GLUTEUS MAXIMUS

One of the strongest and most important muscles in your body deserves some attention! 💜

🍑 The gluteus maximus is the largest of the three gluteal muscles. It covers much of the buttock and attaches from the back of your pelvis and sacrum toward your femur (thigh bone) and the IT band.

🦵 WHAT DOES IT DO?
The gluteus maximus is best known for hip extension, such as standing up from a chair, climbing stairs, running, or bringing your leg backward. It also helps with hip rotation and stabilization, keeping your pelvis and leg controlled as you move.

👵 WHAT HAPPENS AS WE AGE?
As we get older, we may become less active, sit more, or simply move differently. Our glutes can become less active or “sleepy” during movement.

When this happens, other muscles, especially the quadriceps and hip flexors, may do more of the work. Over time, this can contribute to compensation patterns and feelings of tightness, weakness, or discomfort around the hips, pelvis, and low back.

That doesn't mean your glutes stop working as you age! ❤️ It means keeping them strong, active, and engaged becomes increasingly important.

💆‍♀️ HOW DOES MASSAGE ADDRESS THE GLUTES?
A massage therapist may use compression, kneading, myofascial techniques, stretching, and positional work.

We don't just massage where something hurts. We look at the surrounding muscles and how they work together. Addressing the glutes, hip flexors, hamstrings, and low back can support better movement and body awareness.

👉 Massage isn't a replacement for strengthening. Massage can help with soft tissue tension, while exercise and movement build strength and improve muscle engagement. Together, they can be especially beneficial!

Next time you stand up, climb stairs, or take a big step, give your glutes a little squeeze. 🍑 They are doing A LOT!

💜 Which muscle would YOU like to learn about next? Drop it in the comments! 👇

🎒✨ Happy Back-to-School! ✨🎒
School is officially back in session, which means… the holidays will be here before we know it! 🦃🎄🎊
Now is the perfect time to start thinking ahead and schedule those holiday massage appointments so you can secure the day and time that works best for you. 💆‍♀️
📅 December scheduling will open in just a couple of weeks! Keep an eye out for the schedule to open so you can grab your spot early.
Can’t find an appointment that works for you? The waitlist is always open! If something becomes available, I’ll reach out.
And as always, please feel free to reach out with any questions about scheduling, services, or finding the right appointment for you.
Thank you SO much for continuing to support this local small business. Every appointment, referral, share, and kind word means the world!
Here’s to surviving back-to-school and getting ahead of the holiday craziness!

💪 HAPPY MUSCLE MONDAY! 💪
Part of a massage therapist’s job isn’t just working on your muscles, it’s educating you about what we’re feeling in your body! So let’s talk about a muscle you use ALL the time:
the Biceps Brachii.
Did you know your biceps actually has two heads?
🟣 Long Head
The long head originates from the supraglenoid tubercle of the shoulder blade (scapula) and travels through the shoulder joint before joining the rest of the biceps. Because it crosses the shoulder joint, it can be affected by, and contribute to shoulder dysfunction.
🟣 Short Head
The short head originates from the coracoid process of the scapula, a small bony projection on the front of your shoulder blade.
Both heads come together and attach primarily to the radial tuberosity of the radius in your forearm, helping with elbow flexion and forearm supination (think turning your palm upward).
🤔 Here’s something you may not know…
The long head of the biceps is especially involved in shoulder injuries and dysfunction. Because its tendon passes through the shoulder joint, it can become irritated or compromised with certain shoulder injuries and repetitive overhead movements.
📱 And then there’s our modern-day habit:
THE CELL PHONE!
Hours spent looking down at your phone can contribute to a forward-head and rounded shoulder posture. That position can change how your shoulder blade and upper arm move, potentially placing additional stress on the muscles and tissues around the shoulder, including the biceps tendon.
That doesn't mean your phone is damaging your biceps every time you scroll! But hours of repetitive positioning without movement or postural variation can add up.
✨ So why does shoulder health matter?
Your shoulders are designed for a HUGE range of motion. Keeping them strong, mobile, and functional helps you:
✔️ Reach overhead
✔️ Lift and carry things
✔️ Perform everyday tasks
✔️ Maintain healthy movement patterns
✔️ Reduce unnecessary strain on surrounding muscles and joints
✔️ Keep doing the activities you love!
As massage therapists, we’re constantly assessing how muscles feel, how they move, and how they interact with the rest of your body. Sometimes that “tight spot” you feel isn’t an isolated problem, it can be part of a much bigger movement pattern.
So next time you're scrolling through your phone, check yourself! 📱👀
Drop your shoulders. Tuck your chin. Bring your phone up a little. Take a deep breath. And don't to MOVE!
If your shoulders have been feeling tight, restricted, or just not quite right, let's talk about it at your next session. 💜