Deb Trottier This is Me

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1. 1. herald.elburn.com

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   Published on: 7/21/2005   Last Visited: 8/10/2005

   ,"It has become more known in the clinical field for providing benefits to people," said Deb Trottier, head of the massage department at the Delnor-Community Hospital Health and Wellness Center. "More and more doctors are writing (prescriptions) for massages."
   
   ,In fact, growing numbers have spurred construction of three additional massage rooms at Delnor, slated to open in September, more than doubling the space allotted for massage, she explained.
   
   ,"Massage does a lot you don't think about," said Trottier, adding it has benefits far beyond making you feel good.
   
   ,Increasing the blood supply by improving circulation, reducing stress and anxiety levels, as well as stimulating organs to be more efficient are just some of the benefits of massage, she said.
   
   ,The Wellness Center offers different types of massages, depending on the needs of the individual, she said. Swedish and deep tissue massages are the most popular requests, said Trottier.
   
   ,The Swedish massage is a basic massage for those who don't have injuries to contend with, while the deep tissue massage is popular with athletes. Maternity massage is also a popular choice, she added.
   
   ,No matter what the reason for signing up, people tend to come back for more massage sessions.
   
   ,"We have quite a few regulars," Trottier said.
   
   ,Client lists include everyone from athletes competing in marathons, to those who are bed-ridden and want to stay strong and promote recovery, she said.
   
   ,For those suffering from pain, therapists use trigger points to release endorphins, or the body's natural painkillers. If a person has high levels of tension, pinpointing areas of stress reduces anxiety levels and promotes an overall feeling of well-being, she explained.
   
   ,Furthermore, manipulating soft tissue and muscles to be more efficient can help ease joint pain. Overall, massage calms the nervous system and improves nerve function, Trottier said.
   
   ,With 10 therapists, Delnor is expecting to have more on staff after holding a Grand Opening celebration in September for the expanded space. Therapists must undergo class work and have hands-on experience before being tested for state and national certifications, said Trottier. Some therapists even go through internships, she added.
   
   ,Ensuring massage therapists continue with their training and education is just one way to determine if a massage facility is reputable, Trottier said. Spa and hospital affiliation is a good indicator, but finding out the reputation in the area is also important, she explained. When you get recommendations look for a wide range of kinds of massages and be sure therapists hold both state and national certifications, she added.
   
   ,Massage therapy may be contra-indicated with some people, especially those that have a major injury or are in some kind of compromised state, said Trottier. For that reason, first-time clients are asked to fill out introductory forms so the therapists have an understanding of a person's medical background.
   
   ,If there are any concerns regarding a condition, she suggested discussing massage therapy with a doctor before signing up.
   
   ,Among a long list, a massage can beneficial when used as therapy for headaches, after car accidents, as part of physical therapy or to heal from specific injuries, she said.

2. 2. www.elburnherald.com

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   Published on: 7/21/2005   Last Visited: 8/5/2005

   ,"It has become more known in the clinical field for providing benefits to people," said Deb Trottier, head of the massage department at the Delnor-Community Hospital Health and Wellness Center. "More and more doctors are writing (prescriptions) for massages."
   
   ,In fact, growing numbers have spurred construction of three additional massage rooms at Delnor, slated to open in September, more than doubling the space allotted for massage, she explained.
   
   ,"Massage does a lot you don't think about," said Trottier, adding it has benefits far beyond making you feel good.
   
   ,Increasing the blood supply by improving circulation, reducing stress and anxiety levels, as well as stimulating organs to be more efficient are just some of the benefits of massage, she said.
   
   ,The Wellness Center offers different types of massages, depending on the needs of the individual, she said. Swedish and deep tissue massages are the most popular requests, said Trottier.
   
   ,The Swedish massage is a basic massage for those who don't have injuries to contend with, while the deep tissue massage is popular with athletes. Maternity massage is also a popular choice, she added.
   
   ,No matter what the reason for signing up, people tend to come back for more massage sessions.
   
   ,"We have quite a few regulars," Trottier said.
   
   ,Client lists include everyone from athletes competing in marathons, to those who are bed-ridden and want to stay strong and promote recovery, she said.
   
   ,For those suffering from pain, therapists use trigger points to release endorphins, or the body's natural painkillers. If a person has high levels of tension, pinpointing areas of stress reduces anxiety levels and promotes an overall feeling of well-being, she explained.
   
   ,Furthermore, manipulating soft tissue and muscles to be more efficient can help ease joint pain. Overall, massage calms the nervous system and improves nerve function, Trottier said.
   
   ,With 10 therapists, Delnor is expecting to have more on staff after holding a Grand Opening celebration in September for the expanded space. Therapists must undergo class work and have hands-on experience before being tested for state and national certifications, said Trottier. Some therapists even go through internships, she added.
   
   ,Ensuring massage therapists continue with their training and education is just one way to determine if a massage facility is reputable, Trottier said. Spa and hospital affiliation is a good indicator, but finding out the reputation in the area is also important, she explained. When you get recommendations look for a wide range of kinds of massages and be sure therapists hold both state and national certifications, she added.
   
   ,Massage therapy may be contra-indicated with some people, especially those that have a major injury or are in some kind of compromised state, said Trottier. For that reason, first-time clients are asked to fill out introductory forms so the therapists have an understanding of a person's medical background.
   
   ,If there are any concerns regarding a condition, she suggested discussing massage therapy with a doctor before signing up.
   
   ,Among a long list, a massage can beneficial when used as therapy for headaches, after car accidents, as part of physical therapy or to heal from specific injuries, she said.