The Great Escape Massage & Wellness Center LLC

The most common side effects of Ozempic-type drugs include nausea, vomiting, diarrhea, and constipation. These adverse gastrointestinal effects have been demonstrated in virtually every trial, though they weren’t bad enough to cause more than 15 percent of study participants to drop out, and the vast majority of adverse effects got better after they stopped taking the drugs.

On high-dose Ozempic, 44 percent experienced nausea, 30 percent diarrhea, 24 percent vomiting, 24 percent constipation, and 20 percent abdominal pain, but 16 percent of people on placebo injections also experienced nausea or diarrhea. And, on placebo, 10 or 11 percent reported constipation or abdominal pain, so only about half of those side effects were due to the drugs. But people don’t tend to just spontaneously vomit (only 6 percent did in the placebo group), so that’s more likely to be a drug-induced effect.

Given the potential side effects of GLP-1 agonists, long-term unknowns, and cost, can we just say no to the drugs and get the benefits of GLP-1 without the risks by boosting it naturally with diet and lifestyle changes?

In OZEMPIC: Risks, Benefits, and Natural Alternatives to GLP-1 Weight-Loss Drugs, I cut through the promotional puffery and present the pros and cons of these weight-loss drugs so individuals can make up their own mind in the face of the very real and devastating consequences of obesity.

You can get your copy today! It’s available as an ebook, audiobook, and paperback. buff.ly/40ePkU0

PMID: 37659049, 37099334, 38169126, 38669473
U.S. Food and Drug Administration. WEGOVY (semaglutide) injection, for subcutaneous use. FDA.gov. June 2021. Accessed September 13, 2024.

💙 IT'S TIME TO SAY "NO!" 💙
It's "No"vember, after all. Time to let go of those things in your life that prevent you from becoming the best person you can be. List-making often helps, so here's some ideas to get you started:

• Personal Addictions
• Negative People
• Unhelpful /Wasteful Hobby Time
• Places (bar, casino, craft section, pastry section)
• Clutter (junk & hoarded things)
• To-Do Items (you haven't touched in 20 years)
• Poor Sleep Habits
• T.V. Time & Other Time Wasters
• Negative-Speak (gossip, negative self-talk, pessimism)
• Perfectionism or Sloppiness
• Information Overload (learning about EVERYTHING)
• Overly-helpful /Overly-giving Spirit (doing TOO much for others and leaving yourself feeling exhausted and drained)
• Chronic Dehydration
• Couch-Potato Mentality
• Junk Food (almost anything that comes in a package that crinkles 😉)

Maybe you need to reorganize your time schedule -- out with the bad, in the good? Maybe you need to grab the trash bin and toss out the sweets and fatty treats? Maybe you need to swap the soda bottle for the water bottle? Maybe you need to say "no" to the date night with those girlfriends that encourage your bad habits? Maybe you need to give up the T.V. time for educational game-night with the kids? Maybe it's time to swap the daily double-latté for a monthly massage session? Whatever it is, now's the time to do it! (Any time is, but this month you have EXTRA encouragement 😁.)

We're here to try to motivate your personal wellness journey today, outside and in. This "No"vember, say "no" and go for the win!

THE GREAT ESCAPE
Massage & Wellness Center LLC
By appointment only; no walk-ins.
308-432-4558
Or PM/DM here for faster scheduling.

🔥 FREE LIGHT BATH SESSIONS🔥 Impossible to list them all, light holds SO MANY benefits! Red light, infra-red light, blue light, and every color in between; each color has its own benefits, and all the more when they are united in all their warming beauty! 💡 This November we're offering FREE 15-Minute 'Light Bath' sessions with the purchase of any 60 or 90 minute massage session all month long! (By appointment only.) Rather try the infra-red sauna? Get a 30 minute session for only $15. For anyone who L❤️VES HEAT, this is an offer you don't want to miss!

Mon, Nov 4 @ 10:30am
Wed, Nov 6 @ 11:30am or 2:30pm
Thu, Nov 7 @ 11am or 12pm
Mon, Nov 11 @ 12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm, 4:30pm
Tue, Nov 12 @ 1:30pm, 3pm
Wed, Nov 13 @ 10:30am, 12pm, 1pm, 2:30pm
Thu, Nov 14 @ 9:30am, 12:30pm, 1pm, 2:30pm
Mon, Nov 15 @ 10am, 11:30am, 12pm, 1:30pm, 3:30pm
Tue, Nov 16 @ 12:30pm, 3:30pm
Thu, Nov 17 @ 9:30am, 11am, 12pm, 2:30pm

And more in the following weeks! Our scheduling options change frequently and this list is not updated after initial posting. If you don't see a time that works for you, please feel free to contact us and we can take another look at our availability, or put you on the waiting list. We look forward to seeing you!

THE GREAT ESCAPE
Massage & Wellness Center LLC
Chadron, NE 69337
308-432-4558
Or PM/DM here on FB for faster scheduling.

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*Offer good through November 30, 2024 on all 60 or 90 minute massage sessions; one session per client. Offer not valid with any other specials or promotions. You must mention this discount offer to receive your savings!

NOTICE: These statements have not been evaluated by the FDA. We are not doctors and we make no claims to be able to prevent, treat, cure, diagnose or prescribe for any health condition. Statements made herein are drawn from historical data provided by light therapeutics experts promoting the machines they invented, J.H. Kellogg at the helm, followed by many others. If you are curious about research pertaining to beneficial light therapies, were happy to provide resources for your further perusal. Remember, as with all sessions we offer, your participation is entirely at your own risk. Be sure to talk to your doctor prior to scheduling to ensure that heat/thermo therapies are right for you!

NEW CLIENTS SAVE $10.00 THIS MONTH*
October is National Massage Therapy Awareness Month! If you have never received a professional massage treatment before and would like to discover for yourself what massage therapy can do for you, now is the time to schedule your first session! If you have had massage therapy before and didn't care for it (too soft, too hard, too weird), it is wise to remember that massage therapists are like artists and everyone's style is unique to them, they use different techniques, tools, and theories to create their "healing masterpiece". While one therapist's hands may not have what you need, another therapist's hands may be exactly what you are looking for in the way of relaxation, pain relief, injury recovery and more!

Upcoming sessions are as follows (some scheduling restrictions may apply):

Mon, Oct 7 @ 2pm or 4pm
Tue, Oct 8 @ 9am or 10:30am
Thu, Oct 10 @ 12pm or 1pm
Mon, Oct 14 @ 12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm, 4:30pm
Tue, Oct 15 @ 1:30pm
Wed, Oct 16 @ 1pm, 2:30pm, 4pm
Thu, Oct 17 @ 9:30am, 12:30pm
Mon, Oct 21 @ 12pm, 1:30pm
Tue, Oct 22 @ 12:30pm, 3:30pm
Thu, Oct 24 @ 11am, 1pm

And more in the following weeks! Our scheduling options change frequently and this list is not updated after initial posting. If you don't see a time that works for you, please feel free to contact us and we can take another look at our availability, or put you on the waiting list. We look forward to seeing you!

THE GREAT ESCAPE
Massage & Wellness Center LLC
Chadron, NE 69337
308-432-4558
Or PM/DM here on FB for faster scheduling.

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*Offer good through October 30, 2024 on all 60 or 90 minute massage sessions; one session per client. Offer not valid with any other specials or promotions. You ⚠️👉🏼 MUST 👈🏼⚠️ mention this discount offer to receive your savings!

DOMESTIC VIOLENCE AWARENESS MONTH
We've been through some stuff in our lives too. For those of you feeling the need to heal from past (or present) abuse, we are here to help. Massage therapy is an excellent self-supportive wellness practice that can aid you in turning over a newer, happier, healthier leaf. Whether you've been subject to emotional, physical, social, or other forms of abuse, massage may be the key to recovery. Write a better story for yourself. Start today! 💝

Massage therapy can help:
• Relieve feelings of anxiety
• Combat stress induced muscle tension
• Lay a better foundation for a positive life-view
• Overcome PTSD
• Retrain the brain+body to accept healthy touch
• Release body-bound trauma via "emotional release"
• Eliminate trauma-induced pain patterns
• And so much more!

We also offer wellness coaching (one-on-one or group settings) to help support the WHOLE body in healing through healthier lifestyle implementation. Ask us if you want to know more.

THE GREAT ESCAPE
Massage & Wellness Center LLC
By appointment only; no walk-ins.
308-432-4558
Or PM/DM for faster scheduling.

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NOTE: We are not a substitute for medical or psycho-emotional care providers. If you need a referral, we are happy to help you. We do however provide excellent complementary care to these services and hope you will consider us to be part of your healing journey.

👇🏼APPOINTMENT OPENINGS👇🏼
We have openings! We offer 30, 60 and 90 minute sessions. Please mention your service, time and therapist preference when scheduling (some scheduling restrictions may apply).

Sept 26 @ 11am, 12pm, 4pm
Sept @ 12:30pm, 3:30pm
Oct 1 @ 1pm
Oct 2 @ 2:30pm
Oct 3 @ 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm, 3:30pm
Oct 7 @ 1:30pm, 3:30pm
Oct 9 @ 2:30pm
Oct 10 @ 12pm, 1:30pm, 2pm, 3:30pm
And more in the upcoming weeks...
For more info on our services, visit us at www.thegreatescape4u.com. We look forward to hearing from you! 😊
THE GREAT ESCAPE
Massage & Wellness Center LLC
Chadron, NE 69337
By appointment only; no walk-ins.
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NOTICE: Appointment times are not updated after initial posting. Some scheduling restrictions may apply. If you have a Gift Certificate please mention this when scheduling; certificates MUST be presented at the time of service or alternate payment (cash or check with ID) will be required. Special Offers and Promo pricing codes MUST be mentioned during scheduling to receive your discount.
We reserve your appointment time especially for you! When cancelling, please give us 24 hours notice so we are better able to fill your spot; we reserve the right to charge for appointments cancelled less than 24 hours in advance. Please see our Policies page at www.thegreatescape4u.com for more information.

JUST STRESS, OR SOMETHING WORSE??
Chronic muscle tension can absolutely be brought on by chronic stress. No matter the cause, chemic muscle tension is not healthy! Muscles are not supposed to feel like bricks. Even body builders and entrance athletes can have soft, pliable, tension-free muscles, no matter how "ripped" their "six-pack" or other choice muscles may get.

If you're one who has chronic, "brick-hard" (or nearly so) muscles, we would like to encourage you to get that tension under control. Chronic muscle tension can cause restrictions to joint movement, blood and lymph flow, cellular waste removal (detoxification), and even nerve impulses. It can leave you suffering from ischemia, headaches, numbness or tingling, nausea, restriction in movement, susceptibility to injury, pain, and even put you on the brink of emotional overload.

We recommend REGULAR massage sessions for individuals who suffer from chronic muscle tension. Once a year, or even once a quarter doesn't cut it (though once a quarter is better than nothing at all). Muscles in chronic "brick-hard" condition need regular reminders of what relaxation actually feels like. Without repeated relaxation strategies, muscles are prone to relapsing into habitual states of tension. Chronic tension can lead to the formation of latent or active trigger points, common in tight (hypertonic) muscle tissue, and having trigger points at all can amplify this tension-to-trigger-point tendency.

Massage therapy can help alleviate general tension and provide prevention of pain, as well as recovery from pain patterns and chronic hypertonicity in muscle tissue.

It is also pertinent to be aware that other factors such as dehydration, nutrient deficiencies (like electrolyte imbalance), cortisol toxicity (not enough motion to match the stress level), chemical exposure (pharmaceuticals, body products, household products), amongst other things can be at the root cause of chronic muscle tension too, not just unmanaged stress. Taking the steps necessary to eliminate other causes should be at the forefront of self care too.

Have further questions? We're happy to help you find a tension free, pain free life!

THE GREAT ESCAPE
Massage & Wellness Center LLC
By appointment only; no walk-ins.
308-432-4558
PM/DM here for faster reply

💯 FIXING ISSUES WITHOUT DELAY 💯
Having issues with your tissues, or your joints? Impaired function may create GREATER derangement of motion, GREATER compromise in muscle and other soft tissue health, GREATER joint restrictions & GREATER discomfort and pain! If we had an extra dollar for every time someone said, "I don't know why I waited so long to call you" we would be able to take a vacation to Cancun 😎🏖️... for a year 📆!! (Or maybe not quite, but you get the point anyway.)

The longer muscle or joint issues remain unaddressed, the greater the likelihood you will have long term health issues. And we are not just talking about muscle and joint health, other systems of the body including the skin, nerves, organs, blood and lymph, and fascia may all be negatively impacted. There's an old saying, "motion is lotion" and it is true for joints and the whole body too! We can walk around in our old age creaking and cracking and sounding much like the rusted old tin man, or we can dive in early and address our muscle and joint health issues and retain (or regain) health, function, and our overall vitality and optimal wellbeing right away.

It's important to remember also, the longer an issue remains unaddressed, the longer it takes to fix it! For those who abuse their bodies with work or play, those who are subject to chronic high stress, and those who simply are down on their luck with an injury or surgery, don't wait!! If you wait, it will take us longer to iron you out and get your body back on track! If you wait too long it may take a WHOLE TEAM of professionals to get your body straightened out. Trust us, NOW IS BETTER THAN LATER. Later often compounds the issues and also very often the overall price!

We recommend monthly massage for maintenance. If you're currently compromised or injured, we recommend a handful of sessions closely spaced together to maintain any gains made during your sessions rather than letting the body snap back into bad postures or poor movement patterns between visits. Whatever you do, don't wait.

Call 308-432-4558 today... it's like 911 for your muscles, just a little bit longer to say. 😉

THE GREAT ESCAPE
Massage & Wellness Center LLC
By appointment only; no walk-ins.
308-432-4558
PM/DM for faster service

💝 SCHEDULE YOUR RELAXATION SESSIONS NOW! 💝
Making professional massage therapy a HEALTHY part of your student success plan will help you avoid things like:

• Tears of frustration (anxiety & depression)
• Chronic tension from overwhelm (and subsequent injuries)
• Body-bound stress & pain
• Cortisol toxicity (it's a real thing!)
• Poor coping choices (binging, procrastination, mental shut-down)
• Brain fog & lethargy
• Academic burnout

Massage therapy can help reduce cortisol levels, increase "happy hormones", reduce muscle tension, refresh the body and mind, and increase your overall sense of wellbeing! Don't wait until it's too late and you feel all of those nasty stress-induced side-effects building up, schedule your massages for the semester NOW and be proactive about managing your stress.

Added benefits of massage therapy:

• No day-after hangover!
• No weight gain (may even help reduce or prevent weight gain via detoxification)
• No peer pressure (all self-selected)
• Single or multiple sessions available
• Stress benefits can occur in as little as 30 minutes!
• Stress benefits may last up to 30 days or more!
• Enhanced mental acuity!
• Induce feelings of calm!
• Just feels healthy!

We offer 15, 30, 60, or 90 minute sessions for students (and teachers) of all ages! Get in sync with your body's natural bio-rhythms and schedule once every 28-30 days to maximize the benefits! Need a Sunday appointment? We're considering offering regular Sunday sessions for students and teachers if we have enough interest, please let us know if you would like this!

THE GREAT ESCAPE
Massage & Wellness Center LLC
Chadron, NE 69337
By appointment only; no walk-ins.

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NOTE: Please be sure to let us know if you have a day, time, service, or therapist preference when scheduling. Some scheduling restrictions may apply. Payment is due at time of service. For pricing, visit our website at www.thegreatescape4u.com

NOW ONLY $15 FOR 15 MINUTES!!
If you suffer from chronic pain complaints, troublesome tension, serious stress, myofascial restrictions, range of motion issues, ischemia induced pain, severe menstrual cramps, or any similar tissue issue, and you haven't tried cupping yet, we recommend you do! (Reg. $50 for 30 min)

Gaining mainstream popularity nearly a decade ago, particularly during the 2016 Olympic games, cupping continues to be a go-to therapy for many athletes, movie stars, millionaires... and even just the kid next door. Therefore, this month we've decided to dub this our "Million-Dollar Treatment" because (thought it may yet be little well-known) it has benefitted so many of our clients, as well as ourselves, along with millions of people around the world. While cupping may not be for everyone (some health conditions are contraindicated), we find it especially beneficial for individuals who are:

• highly physically active (athletes, laborers, ranchers, etc)
• moderately active (think, Jane Doe)
• under-active (desk job workers, drivers)
• over-stressed (who DOESN'T this include? 😉)
• PMS pain afflicted (chronic and/or severe)
• post-op recovery patients (can help with scar tissue and ROM recovery)

Cupping may not be beneficial for individuals who:

• are on blood-thinners or high-dose pain meds
• have tissue integrity issues (bruise easy, thin skin, rash, overly "puffy", etc)
• suffer from severe fluid stagnation (lymph/blood/plasma)
• are concerned about the "cup kiss" (marking that cups can SOMETIMES leave)
• have a very low pain threshold (no pain, no gain... but really, it's not that bad)

Areas that can be treated with cupping therapy (one or two areas per 15 minutes; multiple areas will require more time):

• upper, middle, lower back (most common area requested)
• neck (feels GREAT!; but be mindful of possible marking)
• shoulders (anterior and posterior)
• chest (pectorals; excellent for stress/grief)
• abdomen (great for digestive issues)
• glutes and TFL
• biceps and triceps (fabulous!!)
• quads and hamstrings
• calves (super for cramping)
• face (TMJ, puffiness, tension headaches)
• hands and feet (feels great, not always possible)

Curious? Have questions? Want to try it? Let us know!! Send us a PM/DM here, or call 308-432-4558. We have openings this week and next! And remember, cupping can be scheduled as a stand-alone treatment, or added on to any massage or spa session.

THE GREAT ESCAPE
Massage & Wellness Center LLC
Chadron, NE 69337
308-432-4558
By appointment only; no walk-ins.

NOTE: Some contraindications and/or scheduling restrictions may apply. Please be sure to mention any health concerns you have at the time of scheduling. Offer good through Aug 31,2024.

🤓🕖 WE HAVE APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE!! 🕔👩🏻‍🏫
Check out our most recent appointment openings below! Be sure to mention your service, day or time, and therapist preferences if you have any when scheduling. Also check out our most recent Cupping special (see our other Facebook post) to find out about our SUPER Cupping deal ($15 for 15 min*). Or, if you're NEW to The Great Escape, enjoy $10 OFF any 60 or 90 minute session all month long!* Still have questions? Visit us online at www.thegreatescape4u.com to view our service menu, policies, and more!

Mon, Aug 5 @ 1pm (x2 👥), 2:30pm, 3:30pm
Tue, Aug 6 @ 3pm
Wed, Aug 7 @ 12pm, 2:15pm
Thu, Aug 8 @ 11am, 1pm, 3:30pm (x2 👥), 4pm
Mon, Aug 12 @ 12pm (x2 👥), 2pm, 4pm
Tue, Aug 13 @ 2:30pm
Wed, Aug 14 @ 12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm
Thu, Aug 15 @ 12pm, 1pm, 2:30pm (x2 👥), 4pm
Mon, Aug 19 @ 1pm. 2:30pm
Tue, Aug 20 @ 11am, 1:30pm (x2 👥)
Wed, Aug 21 @ 1pm, 2pm, 3:30pm
Thu, Aug 22 @ 9:30am, 12:30pm, 1:30pm, 3pm
Mon, Aug 26 @ 12pm, 1:30pm, 2pm, 3pm
Wed, Aug 28 @ 11am, 1pm, 2:30pm, 3pm
Thu, Aug 29 @ 10:30am, 1:30pm, 2:30pm, 3pm
And more in the coming months...

Some scheduling restrictions may apply. You must mention this advertisement and any special discounts noted herein when scheduling in order to receive your discount. We look forward to seeing you!

THE GREAT ESCAPE
Massage & Wellness Center LLC
Chadron, NE 69337
By appointment only; no walk-ins.
308-432-4558

*NOTE: Cupping special includes one or two main areas for treatment as time allows, multiple areas will require more time and are billed at the special rate of $15 for 15 minutes through August 31, 2024 (Reg.$50/30min+). NEW customer special is $10 OFF any 60 or 90 minute massage including Swedish, Deep Tisue (Warrior's Refuge), Aromatherapy, Cupping (Stand-Alone), or Prego massage through Aug 31, 2024; please see our Service Menu on our website for pricing.

🎁 PARENT APPRECIATION DAY 🎁
We just wanted to give you a heads up that this Wednesday is Parent Appreciation Day and, if you're the gift-giving type, a gift certificate may be in order! Mom, dad, or any of those parental figures sprinkled throughout your life qualify. For the "sensitive" type, we offer Swedish Relaxation massage. For the work-hard, play-harder, attack-life-by-the-horns type, we offer our most popular "Warrior's Refuge" (aka: Deep Tissue). For the "fancy" type we have Aromatherapy massage and facials. And for the adventurous type, we have Russian Honey massage, Fire & Ice Hydrotherapy, Cupping and more!

Gift certificates are available via local pick-up or check-gift swap via snail-mail delivery (yep, we're a little "vintage" here). Have questions about our other services? Check us out at www.thegreatescape4u.com, send us a message (PM/DM), or give us a call.

As a side note, we still have appointments available this week and next if you want to schedule a time for them, or for you too!

Wed, July 24 @ 8:30am, 10am, 11am
Thu, July 25 @ 9am, 9:30am
Mon, July 29 @ 9am, 12:30pm, 3:30pm
Wed, July 31 @ 9am, 12pm, 1:30pm, 3pm
Thu, Aug 1 @ 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, 2:30pm
Mon, Aug 5 @ 9am, 2pm, 3:30pm
Tue, Aug 6 @ 1pm, 3:30pm
Wed, Aug 7 @ 10am, 11:30am, 1pm, 3pm
Thu, Aug 8 @ 10:30am, 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm
And more in the coming weeks!

Appointment options are not updated after initial posting. Some scheduling restrictions may apply (if you have specialty services or a gift certificate, please let us know 24 hours in advance). If you have a time, day, therapist or service preference, please let us know when booking your appointment. Any questions, we're happy to help you.

We look forward to hearing from you!

THE GREAT ESCAPE
Massage & Wellness Center LLC
By appointment only; no walk-ins.
308-432-4558

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NOTE: Facials are non-clinical in nature and use natural ingredients and facial relaxation techniques.