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Wetland Workshop for Land Use Professionals
Chronic Pain and the Web That Binds Our Body An Integrated Body is a new practice in Fairhope, Alabama that offers structural integration, bodywork and massage therapy. After years of being a massage therapist and searching for a permanent solution for her clients’ chronic pain, owner Melissa Michael was introduced to Anatomy Trains Structural Integration (ATSI), Melissa Michael developed by Thomas Myers. Chronic pain—be it from injury, trauma, sedentary lifestyle or even being too active—often stems from structural imbalances that are a result of the body’s fascia compensating for misalignments. Fascia is the body’s complex web of connective tissue that weaves through the body, separating and connecting muscles, organs, bones, ligaments and tendons. As muscles move the body, the fascial system dictates how it moves. ATSI unbinds the fascia to holistically improve body mobility and structural balance, reducing pain. “Chronic pain is a growing epidemic and sadly something we have learned to live with,” Michael says. “Becoming a Certified Structural Integrator has propelled my bodywork career in a direction that gives my clientele a more direct way of managing their chronic pain.” Location: 243 South Greeno Rd. (inside Fairhope Physical Therapy), Fairhope, AL. For more information, call 251-210-9114, email MelissaMichael@me.com or visit AnIntegratedBody.com. See ad, page 15.
Alabama Coastal Foundation is offering an Advanced Wetland Regulations and Compliance Workshop from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m., June 14, at the Mobile Area Association of Realtors. This workshop is for planners, real estate professionals, developers and attorneys involved in land use activities. Participants will gain current information about wetland regulation, legal proceedings and jurisdictional applications. Topics include permitting issuance, mitigation and interpretation of the “Waters of the United States” rule. Instructors from both state and federal regulatory agencies will discuss the enabling legislation and rulemaking that provides legal basis for application of wetland regulations. Registration is $50 (includes training materials and lunch) and continuing education credits are available. Location: 2827 Airport Blvd., Mobile, AL. For more information, call 251-9906002 or visit JoinACF.org.
New Therapists at Elements Massage in Mobile Elements Therapeutic Massage has welcomed Mark McRae and Chris Pippin to their team of experienced licensed massage therapists as they continue to deliver extraordinary wellness experiences, one client at a time. “Our therapists spend time with clients to understand their bodies’ problem areas, learn about their wellness goals and discuss expected outcomes,” says Claudia McClure, who has owned Elements with her daughter since 2008. “Massage has proven to be greatly beneficial in my own life, and I love being able to provide this service to others in the community.” Elements offers new clients $20 off their first massage session and is open seven days a week with same-day appointments available. Members of Elements’ wellness program enjoy benefits such as monthly massages and discounted rates. Location: 6920 Airport Blvd., Ste. 111, Mobile, AL. For more information, call 251-342-6415 or visit ElementsMassage. com/Mobile. See ad, page 23.
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