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Lymphatic Massages are the New Juice Cleanse — Here’s Where You Can Get a Good One in Houston

Green juice was at one time the crowd-favorite way to hit the proverbial reset button. Now, lymphatic drainage body massages are celebrities' go-to for detox and body contouring. "Lymphatic drainage is a type of massage technique that stimulates the natural drainage of the lymph — fluid composed of white blood cells, proteins and fats — which helps to eliminate waste from the body," says Deidre Kirksey, licensed massage therapist at West University Wellness. "This massage helps to move this fluid out of the tissues and into the lymph nodes, where bacteria and viruses are destroyed." These lymph nodes are located in the axillary area, inguinal area, and the neck area.

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Famous Spa Set to Reopen in February as the Largest in Texas

Trellis Spa's new reflection pool, with custom oak-branch-inspired chandeliers

As 2020 comes to a close, folks are assessing the mental and physical toll the year has taken — and looking ahead to the new year with a sense of hope and anticipation. Among the activities we all hope to prioritize are self-care and relaxation. So what better time for the largest spa retreat in the state of Texas to open its doors?

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New Co-Practicing Facility Gives Health and Wellness Pros — and Patients! — Options

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WellnessSpace Lobby

Co-working has gained popularity over the last several years, as entrepreneurs and creatives seek to be around like-minded individuals while reducing overhead costs and centralizing resources. And why wouldn't those benefits appeal to those in the healthcare world? Husband-wife duo Sunny Somaiya and Sonia Krish decided to create a facility that would similarly empower health and wellness practitioners, and they've opened WellnessSpace on West Alabama near the Galleria.

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