The Best Mother’s Day Massage Coupon in Utah

Still wondering what to get your mother for Mother’s Day this year? Have you already gone the route of sending flowers or chocolates? Why not send a one-hour massage gift certificate. Trust us: your mom wants a massage

Have your personalized one-hour massage gift certificate sent directly to your mother’s (or wife’s or grandmother’s or whoever, really, we don’t judge) door. Give us a call at 801-748-0056 and we’ll take down your message and send off a gift certificate. How much, you ask? For $50 your mother will get a one-hour therapeutic massage, and we’ll throw in the delivery service for free (usually a $5 charge)- and you don’t have cut a coupon or anything.

The only catch: you’ll have to call soon! Mother’s day is Sunday, May 13th. 

Your Mom Wants A Massage: Mother’s Day Massage Gift Certificates

Believe it or not, Mother’s Day 2012 is right around the corner (Sunday May 13th!) which means it’s time to start figuring out what to give the mom(s) of your life. May we suggest a One Hour Massage Gift Certificate? Let us convince you with a top ten list a la Letterman style.

Top Ten Reasons To Give Your Mom A Massage Gift Certificate for Mother’s Day:

10. Last year’s Shake Weight gift was a vibrating flop.

9. Your mom still hasn’t used up the bubble bath gift basket you bought her three years ago. Don’t burden her with another one to stuff under the bathroom sink.

8. A “World’s Best Mom” t-shirt/coffee mug/charm bracelet is only cute if you’re younger than 12…tops.

7. Remember that awkward moment when the blouse you bought her didn’t fit? Yah. Let’s not do that again. A massage gift certificate to her favorite Salt Lake City spot will always fit, and everyone likes a massage.

6. Cleaning supplies: never a good gift idea, for any holiday.

5. Just because she cooks you dinner, doesn’t mean she wants more cooking gadgets. Wah wah.

4. Snuggies only make good gifts on tv.

3. Mother’s Day is not Father’s Day: so don’t get her that new grill you’ve been eyeing. She’s not going to be impressed- trust us.

2. If you’ve ever given your mom something on this list, you most definitely owe her a massage gift certificate this year.

1. The gift of a relaxing hour long massage (check out here for a list of the different types of massages available) is a 100% guaranteed way to make your mom/wife/grandma feel special on her special day- which is what it’s all about.

So how do you score the perfect mother’s day gift? It’s easy you can:

• Drop by our Midvale, Utah office at 44. W. 7200 S. and pick up your one-of-a-kind gift certificate, or
• Give us a call at 801-748-0056 and we’ll mail your gift certificate right “special lady’s” door, with a personalized note from you.

Chiropractic and Massage Coupon! It’s Like The Pass of All Passes for Healthcare

What’s better than good health? Good health at a discount, which if you hop on over to the Salt Lake City page on LivingSocial.com you’ll be able to find for the next three days only- or as long as supplies last. And it’s a super good deal, like the famous “Pass of all Passes”, but for chiropractic and massage care. Yah, it’s that good.

Chiropractic and Massage Visit Coupon and Special:

So what’s the deal, yo? It’s pretty spectacular. With the purchase of your LivingSocial special you’ll receive a coupon for:

• Chiropractic Exam
• X-Rays
• Exam with a  Review of Findings
• Chiropractic Adjustment
• One-Hour Massage (your choice of Swedish, Deep-Tissue, Aromatherapy, or Pre-Natal)
• For Only $49!

So if you were waiting for a great Chiropractic/Massage Deal to come along, or you’ve been puzzling what to get your mom for Mother’s Day (or Father’s Day) this year, look no further. Just buy soon before this limited-time and quantity offer runs out.

Check out these related articles to find out more about your upcoming visit!

• Chiropractic Care in Salt Lake City
• Utah Chiropractic Discount: Balanced Health Practice Membership
• How to Find Utah Massage Coupons…Now!
• What to Expect at Your Balanced Health Massage Appointment

How Much Does a Massage Cost?

It’s pretty much agreed that massages rule, especially when performed by one of the best massage therapists in Utah. Perhaps the only reason you don’t indulge in a regular massage is you’re worried about the average price of a massage. Keep reading to find out more about not only the average cost of massages, but also the different types of massages that are commonly offered in chiropractic offices (bear in mind that these massage prices are for the Salt Lake City, Utah area).

The average cost for a non-spa massage at a chiropractic office is approximately one dollar a minute. Massages are usually sold in half hour increments (30, 60, or 90 minutes), however beware that there are some massage companies out there who advertise a 60 minute massage, but they are actually 50 minute massages with 10 minutes factored in for “dressing time”.

Massages at spas can vary and may cost considerably more, as much as $150 an hour. Massages in a spa setting tend to cost more due to higher overhead- think same massage in a fancier setting.

The price of a massage may vary depending on the type of massage. At Balanced Health Chiropractic & Massage you can choose from a variety of massages (see below). The cost for our massages is as follows:

30 minute massage = $30
60 minute massage = $60
90 minute massage = $75

Hot Stone Therapy: additional $5 per 30 minutes
Deep Tissue Massage: additional $5 per 30 minutes
Aromatherapy: additional $5 per 30 minutes

*Again, note that these prices are based on the Salt Lake City, Utah area. Prices for massages in your area may be different.

Swedish Massage:

This European technique uses long, fluid strokes to calm the body, settle the mind, and restore lost energy. It is gentle, soothing and emphasizes relaxation. This is a good choice for anyone who is new to massage.

Deep Tissue Massage:

Deep, intensive holds and releases stimulate blood flow to restricted areas and relieve knotted muscles that are unable to fully release on their own. Ideal for severe or chronic muscle tightness. Occasionally, some soreness may result after treatment.

Hot Stone Therapy:

A therapeutic treatment utilizing the application of hot basalt river stones of varying sizes to key points on the body to create improved circulatory flow. This allows for a more intense manipulation of the tissues.

Pre-Natal Massage:

A relaxing treatment tailored specifically to alleviate the physical discomfort and fatigue related to the changing bodies of pregnant women. Trained therapists adjust their techniques to help improve circulation, diminish back and hip pain, relieve headaches, reduce leg cramps and swollen ankles and promote overall relaxation. Only available after first trimester of pregnancy.

Reflexology:

This Eastern technique is based on stimulating specific pressure points on the feet that correspond to other areas and organs of the body. Used to help restore and maintain the body’s natural equilibrium by improving circulation, detoxification and reducing tension.

To schedule your massage appointment, call our office at 801-748-0056 to schedule your appointment. We offer convenient appointments, including same-day and weekends.

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Let’s Eat Friday: Penny Ann’s Cafe

Do you like pie? Because we like pie, which is why we love Penny Ann’s Cafe in Salt Lake City. Their dessert menu will blow your mind with flavors like Crumble Berry, Amaretto Cream, Key Lime and our personal favorite, Chocolate Peanut Butter. They’ve also been known to sport some additional fun treats, and if they’re anything like the pie, you can count us in.

You’ll come for pie, and stay for dinner…or maybe the other away around, but still, their lunch and dinner menu is just as tasty as their desserts (we suspect their breakfast is just as delightful and can’t wait to try it out). We’re particularly fond of their Eggplant Parmesan, Reuben Sandwich and we have to mention their mashed potatoes. And do yourself a favor and try out their onion rings. Seriously. Best onion rings ever- and we know our way around an onion ring.

Next time you’re in the mood for some legit, home-cooked food, get over to Penny Ann’s for a truly delicious meal- and don’t forget to save room for dessert.

Penny Ann’s Cafe
1810 S. Main Street
Salt Lake City, UT 84115

What is Scoliosis?

X-ray of U.S. girl, age 16 years 8 months, with pre-operative scoliosis. Front, standing, clothed. (Photo credit: Wikipedia)

Scoliosis is a medical condition in which a person’s spine is curved from side to side. The spine of an individual with scoliosis may look more like an “S” or a “C” than a straight line.

Our chiropractors have been trained to check for the curvature of the spine that indicates scoliosis. Scoliosis is not a condition that will correct itself. If scoliosis is not treated, it will gradually worsen over time and can lead to any of the following problems: headaches, loss of balance or coordination, constant stiffness, neck and/or back pain, nerve related issues and visual abnormal curves of the sign.

What Is A Chiropractic Adjustment?

So what is a chiropractic adjustment, anyway?

If you’re considering scheduling a chiropractic appointment for the first time, you may be wondering exactly what happens and why. Simply put, a spinal adjustment is a procedure your chiropractor uses to correct or relieve your vertebral subluxation complex.

Subluxation: is when one or more of the bones of your spine (vertebrae) move out of position and create pressure on, or irritate spinal nerves. Spinal nerves are the nerves that come out from between each of the bones in your spine. This pressure or irritation on the nerves then causes those nerves to malfunction and interfere with the signals traveling over those nerves.

Causes of Subluxations:

• macro-stress (auto accidents, falls, sports injuries and other trauma)
• micro-stress (repeated movement that gradually wear down your body parts, bad posture, dental work and emotional stress which can cause chronic tension)

It’s interesting to note that subluxations are common enough that nearly everyone has them and can seriously affect your overall health and well-being.

At Balanced Health Chiropractic we want you to have a comfortable adjustment, and will listen to your thoughts and any concerns you may have about your adjustment. The goal of your adjustment will always be the elimination or reduction of the subluxation.

Call today to schedule your Utah chiropractic adjustment- be it your first adjustment, or your twentieth- at 801-748-0056. We’ll have you feeling better in no time!

Balanced Health Chiropractic & Massage
44 W. 7200 S.
Midvale, UT 84047

Children’s and Maternity Sale: Sponsored by Hilltop United Methodist Women

Here at Balanced Health Chiropractic & Massage we love to highlight any local events that we think are awesome, and we think the Children’s and Maternity Consignment Sale is one of the more awesome-est. If you’re looking to save money on children’s goods, or you like the idea of recycling instead of throwing away, you have to check this out. It’s extremely well-organized and there’s lots of gently used items to choose from- plus it comes twice a year!

Here’s the info for the upcoming sale:

Children’s and Maternity Consignment Sale

When: April 13-14, 2012 (Friday 9am – 8pm & Saturday 8am – 2pm)
Pre-sale: Thursday, April 12, 2012 (7pm – 8:30pm)

Where: Hilltop United Methodist Church 
985 East 10600 South 
Sandy, UT 84094

What: The best consignment sale for children and/or maternity in the valley. May we suggest signing up to volunteer for a 3 hour shift? For volunteering you’ll receiving a ticket to the Thursday night pre-sale which is where you’ll get first dibs on all the goods. If you’re extra ambitious and sign up for two shifts, you’ll receive a $10 gift certificate for the sale as well as a pre-sale ticket.

Online: Find out all the details on the world wide web (www.hilltopsale.org) or on facebook (http://www.facebook.com/hilltopsale).

Loving the 21st Century: Balanced Health Chiropractic & Massage is on Google+

It’s true. We’ve joined the 21st century and got us a Google+ page. If you want to follow us, and find out the coolest stuff about chiropractic and massage stuffs in Utah, check us out at this link.

Why Is It Painful To Turn My Head?

If you’ve been in an auto accident recently, you may be experiencing pain when turning your head. The fact is that an estimated 53% of all motor vehicle accidents result in whiplash injuries and 43% of those with whiplash injuries fail to fully recover.

Treatment to Improve Cervical Range of Motion for Whiplash Injuries

Naturally, a broken bone should be immobilized (such as with a cast) but the moving bones of the spine simply need improved mobility.

The best course of action for any suffering from a  cervical range of motion/whiplash injury? Make your way to your chiropractor’s office as soon as possible after your accident. The sooner you receive chiropractic care- the better.

There have been studies that show chiropractic adjustments immediately following whiplash injuries help reduce pain and restore range of motion. One study suggests that patients with restricted or reduced cervical range of motion that lasts for six months or more are at far greater risk for long-term problems.

A study conducted in Spain and reported in the September 2006 Journal of Manipulative and Physiological Therapeutics found that just one cervical adjustment was more effective in reducing cervical pain and increasing range of motion that any other type of manual mobilization procedure.

If you have been involved in a motor vehicle accident or feel pain in your neck with any type of movement, please call our office at 801-748-0056 to schedule your chiropractic appointment. Cervical chiropractic adjustments are safe and very effective in restoring improved range of motion and in reducing neck pain. Chiropractic appointments at our Midvale, Utah office are easy to schedule.

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