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July 31, 2020
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Lymphedema Facts

Lymphedema Facts you may not know March 6th is World Lymphedema Day.  As a certified manual lymphatic drainage therapist I want to help spread the word about lympedema, what it is and how you can get assistance. Boston’s Zakim Bridge … Continue reading

July 31, 2020
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About Lymphatic Drainage

Manual Lymphatic Drainage Therapy What is MLD (Manual Lymphatic Drainage) massage? MLD is a specialized form of massage that moves the lymphatic fluid back into the circulatory system. Helps post traumatic edema: sports injuries, bruising, whiplash, sprains, tinnitus, and migraine headaches. … Continue reading

July 31, 2020
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About Cancer Support

Cancer Support Massage Since I opened my massage therapy practice in 2005, I’ve noticed an increase in cancer among my clients and their friends and family. I received specialized training to practice cancer support massage in 2011 and often people … Continue reading

December 27, 2012
by abkNina
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FSA And Healthcare Questions

Therapeutic massage for pain, illness, injury and stress conditions are eligible for FSA pre-tax spending.   A letter of medical necessity from your PCP has more recently become necessary for FSA approval. ABK can provide receipts necessary for FSA submission. … Continue reading

December 27, 2012
by abkNina
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Research

Stress, diet and sleep habits factor into how the body responds to/handles pain. Massage therapy works on many levels to lessen/eliminate pain.  The body of research on massage and X (X = pain, nausea, anxiety, fatigue, depression, cancer, migraines, stroke recovery, … Continue reading

December 27, 2012
by abkNina
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Testimonials

“I decided to try massage therapy when I injured my back a few years ago.  After about a month of massage therapy with Nina, my pain had decreased dramatically. Almost 3 years have passed, and I’m still receiving massage therapy … Continue reading

December 27, 2012
by abkNina
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Allison Picone, Fine Artist Display

ABK has been graced since 2008 with a rotating gallery by local fine artist Allison Coelho Picone. ABK appreciates displaying Allison’s artwork because of the healing quality present.  Clients have commented that Allison’s work encourages deep peace.  Her Queen Anne’s Lace series (honoring the … Continue reading