For most of us, the first time we heard of cupping therapy was when Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps was spotted poolside with strange reddish purple circles on his body, and we learned that the marks were a therapy he had had performed on purpose. Meet Salonpas® Wellness Warrior Stella Rubinshteyn, founder of who was introduced to cupping when she […]
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Mental Health Wellness Warrior – Athena Collins
A testament to resilience in the face of a disabling mental illness, meet Athena (Tina) Saratsiotis Collins, a Salonpas Wellness Warrior who is on a journey of recovery from Schizophrenic Affective Disorder. Tina, who has been both a full-time caregiver to her parents and has worked with in-home caregivers for many years now, has a powerful […]
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Reduce Summer Pain
Heat and humidity affect people with chronic pain because some people with these conditions have difficulty regulating their system with extreme changes of temperature and moisture in the air. Some tips on how to reduce chronic pain during the summer months: Keep Cool Fluctuations in temperature can trigger joint pain and extreme shifts can put additional […]
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Top Four Ways to Ensure Sound Slumber
Everyone feels better after a great night’s rest. There is no replacement for getting at least eight hours of sleep every night. But how can we ensure that we get to sleep quickly and stay asleep? Leading wellness professionals share their tips and techniques on ensuring a deep and restorative sleep, even if you are […]
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