Resources For Overall Well-Being

By Michelle Weakley, Marketing Director

Studio 5 Hair Gallery and Day Spa

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Resources For Overall Well-Being

For those facing a devastating medical diagnosis, feeling and looking good play an integral role in recovery. There are varying resources within the community to help with improved well-being.

Medical Hair Loss

Medical hair loss occurs in most individuals facing medical treatments, as well as, those diagnosed with alopecia or depression. There are many ways to overcome or deal with medical hair loss.

Hair grafts for men are a wonderful alternative for hair restoration. They are applied directly to the scalp providing a natural alternative with real functionality that restores the hair versus replacing it.

Prostheses and wigs offer a wonderful solution to hair loss in women while providing a temporary alternative until hair grows back on its own. Hair extensions can be added to existing hair and hair regrowth. It can be cut and colored to complement ones appearance and most hair restoration products are made from real human hair to provide a natural look.

Massage Therapy

There are many stressors in life that contribute to the break down of the body both physically and emotionally. A licensed massage therapist provides many benefits by helping the body relax, increase blood flow, restore suppleness and strength to muscles, aid in digestion, calm the nervous system, increase mobility and act as a preventive measure to chronic conditions. Some types of massage are Swedish, deep tissue and warm stone massage.

Enhanced Skincare

Some medical treatments to the body can cause severely dry, damaged skin, which can lead to aging. It can be very difficult to accept such skin damage compounded by the situation of dealing with medical issues.

Microdermabrasion and chemical skin peels can help reverse the effects of aging and harsh medical treatments. Microdermabrasion is a non-evasive way to soften fine lines and wrinkles, decrease the appearance of scarring and build up collagen.

Additionally, chemical peels provide the same results, however, they penetrate the skin a little deeper allowing for increased benefits from some skincare products.

Access To Health and Wellness

There are many treatments within the community to support health and wellness. New technologies and therapies can make facing medical challenges more bearable. Discuss your concerns with your doctor and when possible, seek help from local resources. Improving your appearance through basic skin care and hair restoration alternatives can do so much for your overall physical and mental health.