HALO Day Spa

07/05/2026

This post is going to ruffle some feathers.....

Extensive research confirms a strong link between smoking and back pain.

Studies show that smokers are up to 30% to 50% more likely to suffer from chronic back pain and are three times more likely to develop persistent, chronic back issues than nonsmokers.

The connection is primarily driven by ni****ne and the chemicals in smoke, which impact the body in several distinct ways:

• Accelerated Disc Degeneration: Ni****ne restricts blood vessels, significantly reducing the flow of oxygen and essential nutrients to the spinal discs. This causes discs to dry out and degrade much faster.

• Bone Loss: Smoking reduces calcium absorption, increasing the risk of osteoporosis and small, painful vertebral fractures.

• Altered Pain Perception: Research from Northwestern Medicine suggests that smoking changes how the brain responds to back pain, making individuals less resilient to pain and lowering their overall tolerance.

• Poor Healing: Smoking impairs the body's natural cellular repair processes, causing injuries to linger and dramatically reducing the success rate of spinal surgeries.

Alternative ni****ne products like vapes and chewing to***co carry similar risks, as the ni****ne itself causes the same damaging blood vessel constriction.

https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC5081254/

https://news.feinberg.northwestern.edu/2014/11/06/petre-smoking-back-pain/

https://www.matherhospital.org/wellness-at-mather/the-link-between-smoking-and-back-pain-why-you-should-quit/
https://www.silverneurosurgery.com/post/smoking-and-back-pain-a-closer-look
https://www.franciscanhealth.org/community/blog/smoking-back-pain

Purpose: Back pain is the leading cause of global years lived with disability. This cross-sectional study assessed if a greater exposure to smoking ci******es was associated with a greater prevalence of back pain. Methods: This study examined data ...

05/31/2026

05/31/2026

P.S.A.

A sluggish lymphatic system can make you feel sick.

Because the lymphatic system is responsible for filtering out waste, toxins, and pathogens, slow drainage can cause a buildup of these materials, leading to distinct symptoms and an increased risk of infection.

Recovery from illness can be elongated also because the lymph system houses and transports key immune cells.

Impaired flow means these disease-fighting cells circulate less effectively to the areas that need them.

This can lead to prolonged recovery times, lingering fatigue, and an increased susceptibility to recurring infections.

Here's what you can do...

Stretch. Stretching isn't just about flexibility.

Stretching acts as a mechanical pump that stimulates lymphatic circulation.

Because the lymphatic system lacks its own central pump (like the heart), it relies on muscle contractions and deep breathing to move fluid waste through the body and prevent swelling.

Stretching loosens tight connective tissue, allowing fluid to travel more freely through the body's tissues instead of hitting barriers

Also,

Low impact exercises, like rebounding and yoga help our lymphatic system "pump".

Surprisingly, simple habits like breathing deeply and staying hydrated have a huge impact on lymph movement.

Additional practices if movement is difficult, are daily vibration plate usage, lymphatic drainage massage, pressotherapy and light cupping.

Thanks for coming to my health talk. 😁

05/29/2026

Why I call myself a "healing facilitator" rather than a "healer" ....

It is a conscious shift to empower the client, and remove the ego from the wellness process.

It reframes my role from someone who "fixes" or holds inherant power, to a guide who supports an individual’s own natural healing journey.

This distinction is important for a few core reasons.

It shifts the power dynamic. Saying that I am a "healer" can accidentally create a disempowering dynamic where the client gives their power away, viewing me as the sole source of their recovery.

As a facilitator, I place the power back in their hands, recognizing that true healing comes from within their own mind, body, and spirit.

The term "healer" can sometimes feed into the ego, leading to a savior complex where a practitioner believes they are responsible for miracles. A facilitator keeps the focus on the process itself rather than on the practitioner's personal importance.

Identifying strictly as a "healer" can lead to heavy, draining pressure from clients expecting absolute cures. Calling yourself a facilitator sets healthy boundaries, clarifying that you are there to support, guide, and hold space while the client does the work.

Physical, emotional, and spiritual healing fundamentally happen under the command of the individual's own system. Practitioners provide the tools, the safe environment, and the skilled guidance, but the organism itself does the actual healing, thereby honoring your clients own innate biology and psychology.

Ultimately, this language ensures I am seen as a collaborator in someone's wellness journey, helping them discover their own strength and inner wisdom.

04/26/2026

Mothers Day is coming!

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04/25/2026

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04/25/2026

Hey clients,

Please schedule early for May.

I will be taking off some much needed time in May, a little over two weeks.

My self care is way over due. My caregiver burnout is taking its toll.

Thank you for your understanding and patience. ❤️

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03/16/2026

Halo is closed this week for Spring break!

Please text 316.260.0650 if you need assistance or have questions.

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