Monday, April 27, 2009

Job Depression


The thought of another Monday morning can always be somewhat of a downer. But according to a study by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Service Administration, some careers seem to cause more depression than others. Personal care and service workers ranging from child caregivers to beauty salon technicians reported a depression rate of nearly 11 percent. Engineers and architects were on the low end with rates of just over four percent. Lower incomes, part-time hours and age are thought to be the main contributing factors.

A Twittering We Will Go!

We did it! We have officially hopped on the social networking bandwagon.

You can now visit The Back Rub Company on:

Twitter

Facebook

Linkedin

Our Blog

Follow us for daily specials, updates and tips. See you in cyberspace!

Mother's Day Massage!

Mother's Day is May 10th. Put a smile on your mom's face with a nurturing massage! It's a great way to say thanks for her kindness, support and for being there whenever you need her.

Special: Sunday, May 10th
Any 1-hour massage at our Central Phoenix location is just $49! Schedule
here.


Studio Portraits & Spa Treatments!


The Back Rub Company has teamed up with Kay & Co. Photography for professional studio portraits and massage treatments!

Packages include:
For Mom - studio portrait session and 8x10 print, professional make-up and hair, 1-hour massage or reflexology session - $335

Mother and Daughter - studio portrait session and 8x10 print, professional make-up and hair, 1-hour massage or reflexology session - $280 per person

Generation Experience (up to 6 people) - studio portrait session and 5x7 group image print for each person, professional make-up and hair, 30-minute massage or reflexology session - $205 per person

Gift Certificates Available for purchase. Special pricing through June, 2009.

Contact us for details. Schedule soon! We book up quickly during this special holiday.

The NEW Water Bottle

Summer is on its way and we'll be increasing our water intake soon.

Plastic is out! If you want to contribute to protecting the planet and your health, it's time to switch to materials like lined aluminum or stainless steel to store your water.

Not only do these types of bottles come in a variety of colors, sizes and patterns, they're better for the environment and you!

Pick these bottles up at any sporting goods store or order online.

Sigg - Aluminum bottles lined with a BPA-free resin for adults and kids.

Klean Kanteen - BPA and lead-free stainless steel bottles and sippy cups.

Think Sport - Insulated stainless steel bottles for hot or cold beverages.

If you have a question about green living, please e-mail us and we'll include it in a future article.

Employee Health on a Shoestring Budget



We all know the current state of the economy has taken a hit on our businesses and budgets. But employee health and wellbeing shouldn't suffer because of it.

So, how can you implement some unique health and wellness initiatives at your company without breaking the bank?
  • Team Players: Employees work well in teams, encouraging each other and keeping their peers on track. Facilitate weekly group meetings where peers can set goals and share collective wisdom.
  • Exercise: Set up a lunchtime walking group. 30-minutes for lunch and a brisk walk afterwards with peers will increase circulation, burn calories and encourage friendships. If you have an extra room available at your firm, have a few exercise dvds available for employees to do before and after work, or during lunch.
  • Cook Off: Set up a fun monthly or quarterly healthy cooking challenge. Encourage employees to bring healthy dishes to share with others. Give small prizes (like yoga mats) to each winner!
  • Rub Away Aches: Set up weekly on-site chair massages for employees to sponsor/pay for themselves. Massage helps reduce pain, alleviates headaches and improves alertness.

Now is not the time to put employee wellness on hold. Keeping workers healthy and vibrant reduces insurance costs and improves your bottom line!

Sunday, April 26, 2009

On-Site Chair Massage Makes Any Teacher SMILE!

Teacher Appreciation Week is May 4-8, 2009


Treat Your Teachers!
They deserve it! Schedule any on-site chair massage event during Teacher Appreciation Week for just $52/hour (regular $65).
Visit our website for more information about the many benefits of on-site massage.


Relieve stress - Reduce muscle tension - Rub away fatigue - Induce relaxation - Improve alertness - Reduce anxiety - And more!


Gift Certificates Available!
Purchase a gift certificate for a 30, 60 or 90-minute in-clinic or in-home massage!
Contact us for information.
Offer Expires: May 8th, 2009

On-Site Massage & More for Nurses Week



Nurses Week Massage Special
Schedule any on-site chair massage visit for just $52/hour!
5 to 30-minute sessions available.

"Nurses: Building a Healthy America." - On-Site Chair Massage shows much appreciation!

It's a profession that embraces dedicated people with varied interests, strengths and passions. Nurses work hard in emergency rooms, school based clinics, homeless shelters and much more. They serve many roles - from staff nurse to educator to nurse practitioner and nurse researcher - with passion for the profession and a strong commitment to patient safety.

This year, treat them to a little R & R with massage, mobile spa service, guided meditation, yoga class, healthy cooking class or empowerment workshop! Any service can be provided on-site at their location.

Call 480-330-2066 or
e-mail for details.


Gift Certificates Available!
Massage Gift Certificates available. 30, 60 & 90-minute massages at one of our Valley clinics or the comfort of home!
Offer Expires: May 12, 2009



Nationwide On-Site Massage, Spa and Wellness
Visit our website for details

Wednesday, April 1, 2009

Employee Wellness Now More Than Ever

As more and more is expected of workers during these difficult times of layoffs and budget-crunches, maintaining good health is essential in the workplace. Without a healthy and vibrant workforce, productivity suffers, further increasing hardship on already-strained companies.

Most companies across the nation are cutting back to save money. However, the majority of our clients have realized that their employees’ health has a huge impact on their bottom line and have chosen to maintain or even ramp up their wellness programs.

We are the leading Arizona provider for on-site employee wellness and have recently announced our national expansion! The Back Rub Company provides workplace wellness programs that include seated chair massage, fitness classes and lunch & learn workshops, in addition to event and trade-show massage.

We’ve built an amazing team of experts across the country. From massage therapists to nutritionists to fitness authorities, we are truly the nation’s one-stop-shop for the best employee health and wellness services.

Even the smallest employee-incentives make a big difference. The American Journal of Health Promotions shows that for every dollar spent on wellness, employers can get up to $10 back through fewer medical claims, reduced absenteeism, improved productivity and other factors.

Smart companies understand that these programs increase their ROI, reduce worker's compensation and insurance claims and raise employee morale. We want to debunk the myth that wellness programs are expensive and only for corporate giants. Business owners quickly learn that weekly chair massage, for example, doesn't cost any more than an office lunch. These are affordable and one of the only things employees look forward to, especially when everyone is stressed, trying to stretch resources.

Businesses can never afford to have sluggish, un-productive workers, but as the crisis looms on, dynamic and healthy employees are essential to keep a company on track until things turn around.



For information about The Back Rub Company’s Workplace Wellness Programs, call 480-330-2066 or visit http://www.thebackrubcompany.com/.