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The University Daily Kansan
Friday, April 17, 1998
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Brenda Rhoodes gives a therapeutic massage at Alternative Health Solutions. Swedish massages can release tension, reduce pain and stress, and improve circulation of blood. Photo by Holly Grashona/KANSAN
By Lori O'Toole
Special to the Kansan
Power of the hands might relieve stress or soothe sore muscles, but many are trying massage therapy for the experience.
"It's big in California and New York, but it's new in Kansas," said Brenda Rhoades, owner of Alternative Health Solutions, 414 E. Ninth St.
Rhoades, a graduate from the Kansas Massage Institute in Topeka, said the benefits of massage include bringing new blood to the surface of muscles, flushing out harmful toxins and improving circulation.
Rhoades said that student customers who had received massages during test time had claimed
Other Lawrence businesses also offer massage therapy.
Lawrence Athletic Club, 3201 Mesa Way, rents rooms to different therapists, and some therapists do house calls.
Kelly Freidell, Overland Park sophomore and resident assistant in Ellsworth Hall, hired a Lawrence therapist to talk to her residents. Similar programs have been done on other floors in Ellsworth and Templin Halls.
Linda Faust, office assistant for the department of Health, Sport and Exercise Sciences, arranges for a therapist from Kansas City to come to her home to perform sports massages about once a month.
"A lot of the girls came up to me and told me, 'This is what we want to do on the floor,'" Freidell said. "Our therapist was more focused on energy work and how your body tells you things through your muscles. It opened up a new perspective, and I think they learned about that."
Although massages may be relaxing and enjoyable, the price tag keeps many from getting massages. Most establishments charge an average of $35 per hour, but some offer student discounts. gift certificates and credit cards are also payment options for many customers.
"Now that I have a therapist I know and like, I prefer to stick with him." Faust said.
Faust said that the financial issue bothered her at last, but that her feelings have changed.
Many therapists and establishments offer a variety of massages. Some include Swedish, sports and therapeutic massages. Each uses a different technique and serves different purposes.
"Swedish is what I do the most of, because it's what most people want." Rhoades said. "It's a full body massage using oil to facilitate the rubbing and massaging. The client remains properly draped with a cloth during the massage."
"The results are what I'm looking for, and I don't mind paying that much once a month, or whenever, depending on expenses." Faust said.
"Kansas does not require therapists to have any special training," Rhoades said. "In the schools, you learn about anatomy and physiology, different kinds of illnesses and who you should or should not give a massage to. You also
Each therapist has a unique style. Training and experience may also affect the performance.
"There are some good therapists out there who've never taken a formal course. I think there are people who are naturals. They have good hands and a good touch."
learn different techniques."
Brenda Rhoades
Lawrence masseuse
However, the amount of training does not always make a therapist better.
"There are some good therapists out there who've never taken a formal course," Rhoades said. "I think there are people who are naturals. They have good hands and a good touch."
School's out; local nightlife isn't
Clubs attract constant crowd during summer
By Noather Herrman Special to the Kansan
Summer in Lawrence may be hot, but it won't be dry. Beer will continue flowing from the taps at many bars, and various forms of live entertainment will be offered.
While some students go home for summer, many remain in Lawrence. Fortunately for this latter group, many clubs and bars in the city remain busy even when the school year is finished.
"We're a bar, so we're open all year," said Al Jacobsen, employee of The Bottleneck, 737 New Hampshire St.
"They've been compared to Wide Spread Panic—a new, big jam session," Jacobsen said.
Jacobsen said one of the bands coming to The Bottleneck this spring was Colobo.
Shows at The Bottle neck are
to customers 18 and older.
There are also places to go for the country fans in Lawrence. Coyote's, 1003 E. 23rd St., is a country night club. Thursday night is ladies night, and ladies 21 and older get in free. For the especially daring, Coyote's also offers a Best Butt contest on Thursdays.
The Granada, 1020 Massachusetts St., also will remain open during the summer. The club offers live shows as well as dancing.
"We try to continue the premiere dance club atmosphere with our Thursday, Friday and Saturday night dance hits," said Jackie Becker, manager of the Granada. The Granada also is an 18 and older establishment.
Coco Loco Mexican Cafe, 943 Massachusetts St., is another option for students during the summer. Students get in free on Friday nights with a KUID.
"It's a fun club, a little dressier than some," said Jen Pag, Reno, Nev., freshman. "There's a lot of dancing and a great mix of people."
"We have great air-conditioning, which really attracts a lot of people. Things really start to pick up around here in July."
For the 21 and older group, the
Rick McNeely
owner of the Jazzhaus
"Summers are usually pretty good for us," McNeely said. "We have great air-conditioning, which really attracts a lot of people. Things really start to pick up around here in July."
Jazzhaus, 926 1/2 Massachusetts St., offers various live shows during the summer.
"I saw Shaking Trees there," said Brian Gee, Naperville, Ill., junior. "They were'really good. They've got great entertainment and a relaxed atmosphere"
Rick McNeely, owner of the Jazzhaus, said the establishment usually had good business during the summer.
Prices for shows at the Jazzhaus range from $3 to $6.
SUMMER NIGHT LIFE
The Bottleneck
737 New Hampshire St.:
737 New Hampshire St.:
■ Flaming Lips, April 22,
■ Caloose, April 27
Coco Loco Mexican Cafe,
943 Massachusetts St.:
■ Free cover on Friday nights with a
KUID
Coyote's,
Coyote's,
1003 E. 23rd St..
- Ladies night Thursdays. Ladies 21 and older get in free, and the club also has a Best Bowl contest.
The Granada, 1000 M
Tone Loc, April 25. Tickets are $12.50.
Holly Cole, May 3. Tickets are $8.
Lee Scratch Perry, May 5. Tickets are $18.50.
Techno Fridays
Soul Saturdays
The Jazzhaus,
926-1/2 Massachusetts St.:
■ Sky Bopfly, June 26.
City Diphyte, June 20
Chubby Carrier and Bayou
Swamp Band will play, June 20.
Tab Benoit, July 21.
Tickets for shows at the Jazzhaus range from $3 to $6.
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