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Preventing and Treating Athletic Injuries in Kids (and Grown-Ups!)
By Melanie Buckley, L.Ac., MSOM
It's that time of year again! Kids (and parents) are going back to school, returning to school sports or embarking on new athletic activities. Let's keep them injury-free!
Some of the best ways to prevent injuries are to stay hydrated, ease back into rigorous workouts, and STRETCH! Stretching after warming up and after the activity is crucial in preventing muscle strains and tears.
Continuing an activity after injury can result in worsening the injury, or cause misalignment in the body, resulting in pain and injury in other parts of the body.
If a child has a pull, strain, or sprain, it is best to apply ice immediately to reduce inflammation. Applying arnica topically can also reduce inflammation and help alleviate some pain.
If there is pain, acupuncture, acupressure, and bodywork helps to reduce pain and speed up recovery time. This applies to adults as well. I hope the transition back to school and increased activities is smooth and painless for us all!
Melanie Buckley, L.Ac., MSOM. Melanie is certified in Occupational Acupuncture and has advanced training in Orthopedic Acupuncture. Learn more about Melanie, here. You may reach Melanie at 512.207.6442 to set up an appointment.
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In-Store Exhibit
Our current art exhibit by Karin Dreyer, entitled "the decisive moment", is currently on display. Please stop in and view this gorgeous body of work during store hours.
www.karindreyer.com
Smoking Cessation with Karen Hansen, Licensed Acupuncturist, Tuesdays 7 to 8 pm
Group acupuncture for smoking cessation. Fee on a donation basis.
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SALE on Select Dr. Hauschka Make Up, Rose Day Cream and Others!
We have decided to sell out of our Dr. Hauschka make up, which will be 25% off until it’s gone. We are also offering 25% off other select products such as Rose Day Cream, Neem Nail and Hair products and more! We will continue to carry Dr. Hauschka skin care.
Texas Medicinal Salves
Keep cuts, scrapes, bug bites, rashes, and bruises clean and on the fast track to healing. Calendula, Aches & Pains, Chaparral, and Chickweed formulas are safe for kids but strong enough for adults and as always, natural and home-grown in Austin by local herbalist Ginger Webb.
Special Shopping Event Featuring Ann Webb Skin Organics!
 Stop in on Thursday, September 24th from 4pm – 7pm for a Special Shopping Event featuring Skin Organics by Ann Webb and end your day with mini-spa treatments, stress-relieving chair massages, a wealth of Skin Organics product samples, and wonderful discounts on select Dr. Hauschka items!
We will also be introducing new 100% Pure Make-up including lipsticks, mascaras, and a variety of blushes and eyeshadows! This relaxing event is FREE to attend and open to all so join us in celebrating health, beauty, and purity.
Coming in October: Many New Products on the Way!
We are bringing in several lines of new and exciting products to flesh out our women’s and men’s health, athletic fitness, children’s health, body and hair care, and a new mineral makeup line. October is “in with the new” month for Plum Blossom and we can’t wait to share all these new and exciting products with you! For up-to-the-minute news, join our Facebook fan page and/or follow us on Twitter!
REMINDERS
- As of September 1, 2009, we will no longer be open on Sundays. This will not affect your appointments with our practitioners, and we will remain open on Saturdays from 10am – 4pm for your weekend shopping needs.
- Don’t forget about our new discount cards! We stamp it with your purchases and when it’s full, you save up to 20% off your next ENTIRE purchase.
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Enter to Win a Free One-Hour Massage
 Feeling Lucky? Enter this Super Sassy Raffle to win a FREE one-hour massage gifted by Autumn Elias, LMT. To enter, go the Austin Chronicle’s Contest Page .
"We Speak Your Body's Language!" Autumn offers health coaching sessions and several forms of bodywork to get your body, your mind and your spirit soaring. A personal consultation is included to create the session just for you- whether you want to relax, release toxins or transform your life. For more information about Autumn, visit www.plumblossomwellness.com/staff.php or her website at www.sassbodywork.com.
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