What if that weight gain you can't seem to loose is actually just an accumulation of toxins and trauma to your body from years of living causing your body to retain a "Solid Bloat" feeling???
At Take A New Approach Health & Wellness Center here in Lexington, KY we use tools such as Vacu-Therapy, MediCupping, Ionic Foot Detoxing, Lyphatic & Therapeutic Massage to help your body release toxins. We also provide Individualized Health & Nutritional Screening using our Total Body Scanning Device... along with that education and coaching you might need to help you maintain your health and to feel your best.
Below is an article on "Solid Bloat" written by Anita Shannon where she covers this material in depth. Check it out and if your in the area and find this resonates with you... give us a call. We have the tools and are here to help!
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“SOLID BLOAT”- What If We’re Not Fat?
By Anita J Shannon
An unrecognized pathological condition is affecting a large segment
of the population and could be a key component of disease and
degeneration, allergies and addictions, as well as obesity and toxicity.
The condition is “Solid Bloat” and often manifests as weight gain or
cellulite, and can eventually lead to serious health issues. Working
with vacuum therapies not only effectively assists in eliminating years
of Solid Bloat accumulation, it also provides information about the
cause and nature of the condition.
How many times have we looked in the mirror over the years, only to
see one of our parents appearing right before our eyes? What is this
gradual weight gain that we casually identify as a sign of aging? One
answer is the “walking history” that our body has become … layers of
chemical and physical impacts that the body has processed and often
stored due to an overload of the systems. The body tissues and
structures of the body become congested and further compromised, and an
unhealthy environment is created.
Let’s take a look at the formation
of Solid Bloat in the body and some of its causes. The physical
formation of the deposits is simple; heat from inflamed tissue slowly
dehydrates the surrounding lymph, which inhibits any further drainage.
Fascia fuses together from the heat and the congestion spreads through
the upper tissues and skin surface. This inflammation can come from a
myriad of sources such as surgeries, injuries, chronic movement
patterns, and even childhood diseases and exposure to toxicities …
resulting in unidentified allergies.
The surprise for so many people
is that they have chronic conditions that may have been caused by
something so long ago in their life, such as being exposed to excessive
cigarette smoke as a child. There is a whole group of us that grew up in
the 40’s through the 70’s and had to endure our parents smoking in the
house and car. As the cups move over the back, a grey color can be seen
under the skin, and if a cup is parked for even a short time, the
discoloration may stay visible after the treatment. The chronic heat in
the lungs … from childhood … inflames and dehydrates the surrounding
tissue and body fluids.
It is imperative to use clear cups for
treatments so that the cup can become a magnifying glass into the body.
Large white deposits against pink skin indicate congestion and “divots”
will quickly show adhesions, restrictions and the true nature of scars.
The epidural insertion point can often still be seen on women who gave
birth over 25 years ago and can frequently be a source of restriction
that has spread throughout the back. It is important to observe the
colors of the tissue in the cup, and test the skin for heat levels after
the cup is removed to assess inflammation levels underneath.
Palpating
Solid Bloat can be done with the hands and through the cups. Discern
the texture of the tissue both with tactile and visual insight. Is the
tissue hot or cold, pink or white … or mottled, is it hard and bumpy,
soft and spongy, discolored?
One student, 29, experienced her skin
turning very yellow after the first day of class. There seemed to be no
reasonable explanation until she called her mother and found that she
had been severely
jaundiced as a baby. She then shared with the class that she had
always had problems bending forward because of a “catch” in the lower
right ribs. Her class partner worked that day over her liver and the
student finally discovered the freedom of movement that most of us
normally enjoy.
Some clients can experience a light “burning” sensation or itching as
old toxins in the tissues are stimulated, and heavy discolorations can
appear on the skin from old surgeries and injuries. Any old residue in
the congested lymph can trigger the immune system and it is important to
dredge and drain the tissues slowly in those who already live with
auto-immune disorders and degenerative diseases. But what an amazing
benefit for those conditions … to drain out the thick congestion that
can be filled with a large volume of immune system irritants!
What
impact could we have on those who are recovering from addictions such as
tobacco and other drugs? If the Solid Bloat on these people contains a
large residue of their addictive substance, it would be extremely
beneficial to drain out the congestion and remove the triggers for cell
receptors. This could also be effective for those who are losing a large
quantity of weight, much of which is actually Solid Bloat.
Have you
ever massaged a client’s head and found deposits of a gel-like
substance? What if this is the same Solid Bloat, and has been created by
acute or chronic inflammation of the brain tissue? Theories abound that
chronic inflammation of the body tissues from allergies and toxicities
can also inflame the brain, severely clouding short term memory and even
lead to mental pathologies. What if this inflamed condition is part of
the diseases that we call dementia and Alzheimer’s?
Examining the natural body reaction to injury or illness, we find
that the cycle is consistent. Injury or illness occurs and the body
creates inflammation, which brings increased blood flow to the area.
This also draws fluids and immune system elements into the region to
deal with the condition. The PH shifts to acid and the tissue takes on a
positive charge polarity. Adequate recovery will allow the body to
shift back to a negative charge in the tissue and an alkaline PH when
healing is complete. This action is similar and linked to the
sympathetic and parasympathetic nervous sub-systems of the autonomic
nervous system. The problem is that very few people actually give the
body any recovery time. Therefore, the affected area or system stays in
the acid PH with a positive charge and never shifts back to healthy
tissue. This can continue for life in the body! Inflammation continues
and dehydrates the tissue and lymph. The toxins and debris from the
immune system response become trapped in the congestion and the issue
becomes chronic. The acid PH of the tissue blocks oxygenation and
nutrients, and dehydrated tissue cannot even absorb hydration that is
available. The tissue or system now becomes vulnerable to all kinds of
new pathologies and the entire immune system is overly stimulated and
strained.
So how does vacuum therapy work to eliminate Solid Bloat
and open drainage in the body?
The biggest impact is on the lymphatic
system; the vacuum will open and create space, release old scars and
fascial adhesions to create unimpeded drainage, and aid in decongestion
of the lymph terminations in tissues. As the cup glides over the skin
and underlying tissue, the vacuum should open the flaps of the lymph
micro-vessel in a wave-like motion. This can help to dislodge trapped
protein molecules that may have been blocking an open flap and gently triggers the entire lymphatic
system. Static placement of cups is not as beneficial in this type of
bodywork, since leaving constant suction on one spot will draw
congestion into an area. A great example of this is how effective static
placement of a cup is for pulling a cyst into an easily removable form
for surgical procedures.
Vacuum therapies use vascular dilation to
bring heat to the area and liquefy the old lymph for easy movement, and
use the same vascular dilation to eliminate the latent inflammation from
the tissue and stop the cycle. These techniques also assist by changing
the PH and polarity of the tissue to create a healthy environment and
allow healing. This can affect even very old injuries and finally free
the tissue or joint to function at optimal levels.
Let’s now take
into consideration the emotional-somatic components of Solid Bloat and
its importance in working with vacuum therapies. A pattern has been
found that many auto-immune disorders might be linked to a
post-traumatic stress syndrome combined with exposure to a toxic
element. As the other elements of medications, immune system debris, and
tissue wastes are dredged and drained there may also be the presence of
neurochemicals in the congestion. This can trigger intense dreams or an
emotional response to treatment, yet can be a wonderful elimination of a
nervous system trigger and may truly help the client to recognize a
deep part of their condition.
One important piece of information that working with the cups has
shown us is the presence of “phantom breast syndrome”. Imagine the
emotional debris that is left in the tissue along with the injury from a
mastectomy, especially a radical procedure. When a large breast cup is
placed over the area and the tissue is gently pumped to facilitate
release of restrictive scar tissues and drainage of the congested lymph,
the reaction has been nothing short of spectacular. Reactions have
ranged from tears to a radiant smile as the “phantom breast” … the
energy field of the breast … feels again. Creating space in the existing
tissue and surgical scarring for the remaining lymphatic system to
re-establish itself, releasing old inflammation from the medical
procedure, and changing the PH and polarity of the tissue so that it can
heal is of crucial value in these cases, yet the emotional and
energetic healing is also of utmost importance.
Consider the person
who cannot lose weight, whether slightly overweight to clinically obese
and undergoing surgical procedures. What a gift to their self esteem to
finally find out that some of the problem has been Solid Bloat. What a
great treatment for a client to have old C-section scars comfortably
released, and the restored lymph flow to the upper inguinal nodes
significantly diminishing the large belly that she had carried around
for years.
The best possible adjunct therapy for Bariatric surgeries
is a series of MediCupping™ sessions to open the lymphatic system,
dredge and drain old congestion and move it out to be eliminated. When
working on a client who has lost a large amount of weight, it is so
rewarding to move a large “saddlebag” from one leg and have them stand
up to compare the difference!
These kinds of results, and educating
the client on how they may have come to be in the shape they are in,
seem to offer a sense of relief to many. It appears to lift some blame
that they have placed on themselves as to why they have cellulite when
they have a healthy lifestyle … or why they have gained more and more
weight over the years. Viewing their body and tissues through the cup
offers insight into the history of their body experiences and how these
have affected their current health.
Having a tool that assists in evaluation and also provides the most
comfortable and effective methods of affecting client health at such a
profound level is of major benefit to today’s therapists. The results
are often dramatic and visible, since vacuum therapies work nicely with
the homeostatic mechanisms of the body. The addition of such adjunct
therapies as aromatherapy, taping and magnetic micro-cups can become a
complete tool box for working with an extremely wide variety of client
conditions.
A great
practice body is your own! Work just on your face and/or body twice each
week for one month and take pictures of what happens. Not only will
your sinuses feel clearer, and even your eyesight and digestive function
might benefit, but your true face and body can come back out from under
any Solid Bloat. Now, take a look in the mirror to see who is there …
This article is copyrighted material written by the following author:
ANITA J. SHANNON is a Licensed Massage Therapist and a licensed
Cosmetologist since 1983, specializing in skin care, body treatments,
clinical Aromatherapy and various modalities of massage therapy. She is a
national educator since 1990, appearing at national Spa and Massage
conventions each year, and appeared as a co-host for four years on the
television show “Health Options Today” with Dr. Mitchell Ghen.
Anita
is the Director of Advanced Continuing Education (ACE), an NCBTMB CE
provider established in 2001, and has presented numerous workshops on
ACE Massage Cupping™ at international locations since 2002. Anita has
been published on this subject in Massage Today, Massage Magazine and
Les Nouvelles Esthetiques. She has published five educational videos on
vacuum therapies and is currently writing a book on the subject.
www.massagecupping.com www.medicupping.com www.theracupping.com www.cuppingtherapy.com
Saturday, October 24, 2015
FACE & BODY CONTOURING USING MEDICUPPING AND MASSAGE CUPPING @ TAKE A NEW APPROACH HEALTH & WELLNESS CENTER
This is an article written by Anita Shannon LMT explaining Medicupping and developed this tool or modality that we are providing here @ Take A New Approach Health & Wellness Center in Lexington, KY. We are getting good results from detoxing tissue, to releasing scar adhesion(s) and loosening fascial tissue allowing for better lyphatic flow and drainage.
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SUCCESSFUL FACE & BODY CONTOURING USING ACE MASSAGE CUPPING™ AND MEDICUPPING™ THERAPIES
By Anita Shannon
ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ therapies are proving to be incredibly effective approaches to face and body contouring services. By creating suction and negative pressure these techniques are used to drain excess fluids and toxins, loosen adhesions and lift connective tissue, and bring blood flow to stagnant muscles and skin. This versatile method can easily be modified to accomplish a range of techniques, including lymphatic drainage.
One of the most amazing aspects of these techniques is the "separation" that the vacuum produces in tissue layers. This enables water absorption and renewed blood flow to dehydrated undernourished tissue, which is invaluable in body contouring treatments. Separation of tissue can be a huge catalyst for change as the body begins to eliminate chronic congestion and lymph becomes more fluid.
How is ACE Massage Cupping™ therapy accomplished? The cup is positioned over the area of the body to be treated and suction is created using a vacuum gun. The more traditional method involves inserting a flame into a glass cup to create the vacuum. The suction level can range from light to heavy, and the movements performed by the therapist can be stimulating or sedating.
What is the difference between ACE Massage Cupping™ therapy and Traditional Chinese Cupping Therapy? In Traditional Chinese Medicine, stationary cups are placed on the skin and left for a period of five to fifteen minutes. The goal of Chinese cupping therapy is to move stagnation of blood and chi, disperse internal heat, and other applications based on Traditional Chinese Medical diagnostics. Another technique is “moving cups”. In TCM, this is used to raise the “sha” to the surface when treating large areas. In Europe, stationary cupping is also used in the home on both adults and children for respiratory conditions. In many countries, cups are frequently found on pharmacy shelves and in home medicine cabinets for family use.
In ACE Massage Cupping™, the pracitioner will administer oil or lotion to facilitate smooth movement. The entire back may be treated, including the neck, shoulders, middle and lower back, and sacral area. The hip and thigh areas may also be treated, and abdominal Massage Cupping™ feels just incredible. The technique consists of specific movements and protocols to enable the therapist to easily facilitate change for the client!
What is MediCupping™ therapy?
This term describes the use of incredibly versatile mechanical equipment to perform techniques based on Massage Cupping™ practice and theory. This equipment is more appropriate for spas, medical spas, and medical offices. There are many reputable pieces OF equipment on the market today for face and body contouring, and the model used for MediCupping™ therapy has demonstrated a high level of efficacy due to design features that allow the practitioner to customize the therapy as well as document settings and results.
What are the benefits of ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ therapies? The skin will turn pink with vigorous movements, indicating that the circulation has been brought to the surface. Application of topical products immediately after treatment will enable the absorption of the product deep into the tissue. The increased local blood supply to the muscles and skin will bring nourishment and allow for toxins to be carried away via the veins, making these therapies wonderfully effective as an addition to a massage, body treatment, or other therapeutic service.
An effective application of this technique is in the treatment of cellulite. A very light suction provides drainage, while heavier application can be used to stimulate circulation and loosen adhesions or “dimpling.” The body should be treated prior to a wrapping procedure to enhance the absorption of product. Clients enjoy the warm feeling of energized tissue being painted with soothing algae, mud or gel before being enveloped.
The ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ techniques include a highly effective Face Lifting and Drainage Treatment and a Body Contouring Cocoon treatment. Difference can be seen and felt directly after the session, and should continue to progress for the next few days. The Face Lifting and Drainage Treatments have produced spectacular results that are often evident immediately after treating one half of the face. Each successive treatment on the face and body enables the lymphatic system to activate, and tissues to receive nourishment and hydration. What a great treatment program for pre- and post-operative conditions!
How does this therapy feel? The sensation is truly indescribable. People often experience deep warmth and a tingling sensation long after the treatment has ended. The action on the nervous system is sedating and people will often descend into a profound state of relaxation. The presence of a deep snore is common!
People often report that the experience stayed with them longer than most treatments, and the speed with which these therapies effect change in texture of the tissue is truly amazing. When used in a treatment series, the results are cumulative. Yet even in a single treatment, a long-term physical issue may be resolved. Applications for these techniques include body contouring, scar tissue treatment, pre-surgery prepping and post-surgery recovery (face and body), and more. Conditions that have responded well include edema, cellulite, spider veins and varicosities, weight loss issues, and many more.
What is the discoloration that occurs after some treatments? There is a "marked" difference between Traditional Chinese Cupping and the ACE Massage Cupping™ or MediCupping™ techniques. The marks that are commonly left from Chinese Medical treatments are the desired result. ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ very rarely produce this discoloration, called a “cup kiss” or “doo-hickey.” If this appears during the treatment, it’s just an added bonus indicating release of intense stagnation of body fluid and toxins in the area. This is not a bruise and will dissipate anywhere between a few hours and a few days. It is also unlikely that it will re-occur in the same area.
Are ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ therapies safe? These methods are used safely on children, adults and elderly persons. The most common misuse of these techniques is overuse. These are intense therapies, and impact on the body systems is significant. In particular, children, the elderly, persons with diabetes and those on blood thinners should be treated gently. After any ACE Massage Cupping™ or MediCupping™ treatment, it is important to avoid exposure to excessive heat or cold, and sufficient hydration is required to facilitate elimination. The practitioner must take a complete assessment of specific conditions at the time of treatment into consideration.
ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping therapies are easy techniques to do, but they are not simple. To achieve maximum results safely, training is required. Workshops, educational DVDs and manuals are available. A great way to determine if this therapy is appropriate for your business is to schedule a treatment for yourself. Be sure to check that the practitioner is certified in these modalities for the best experience, or visit a booth at a national convention for a demonstration!
Treat your clients to an effective and pleasurable way to regain a
healthy appearance and feeling of vitality. Just ask them….. “How fluid does your body feel?”
ANITA J. SHANNON is a Licensed Massage Therapist and a licensed Cosmetologist since 1983, specializing in skin care, body treatments, Clinical Aromatherapy and various modalities of massage therapy. She is a national educator since 1990, appearing at major national Spa and Massage conventions each year, and appeared as a co-host for four years on the television show “Health Options Today”with Dr. Mitchell Ghen.
Anita is the Director of Advanced Continuing Education, an NCBTMB CE provider, and has presented numerous workshops on ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ at national locations since creating these brands of therapy in 2002. Anita has been published in Les Nouvelles Esthetique-US, Massage Today and Massage Magazine. She has published five educational videos on ACE Massage Cupping™, MediCupping™ and TheraCupping™ and is currently writing a book on VacuTherapies™.
www.massagecupping.com www.medicupping.com
Copyright 2008 Anita J Shannon and TheraCupping™, LLC
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SUCCESSFUL FACE & BODY CONTOURING USING ACE MASSAGE CUPPING™ AND MEDICUPPING™ THERAPIES
By Anita Shannon
ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ therapies are proving to be incredibly effective approaches to face and body contouring services. By creating suction and negative pressure these techniques are used to drain excess fluids and toxins, loosen adhesions and lift connective tissue, and bring blood flow to stagnant muscles and skin. This versatile method can easily be modified to accomplish a range of techniques, including lymphatic drainage.
One of the most amazing aspects of these techniques is the "separation" that the vacuum produces in tissue layers. This enables water absorption and renewed blood flow to dehydrated undernourished tissue, which is invaluable in body contouring treatments. Separation of tissue can be a huge catalyst for change as the body begins to eliminate chronic congestion and lymph becomes more fluid.
How is ACE Massage Cupping™ therapy accomplished? The cup is positioned over the area of the body to be treated and suction is created using a vacuum gun. The more traditional method involves inserting a flame into a glass cup to create the vacuum. The suction level can range from light to heavy, and the movements performed by the therapist can be stimulating or sedating.
What is the difference between ACE Massage Cupping™ therapy and Traditional Chinese Cupping Therapy? In Traditional Chinese Medicine, stationary cups are placed on the skin and left for a period of five to fifteen minutes. The goal of Chinese cupping therapy is to move stagnation of blood and chi, disperse internal heat, and other applications based on Traditional Chinese Medical diagnostics. Another technique is “moving cups”. In TCM, this is used to raise the “sha” to the surface when treating large areas. In Europe, stationary cupping is also used in the home on both adults and children for respiratory conditions. In many countries, cups are frequently found on pharmacy shelves and in home medicine cabinets for family use.
In ACE Massage Cupping™, the pracitioner will administer oil or lotion to facilitate smooth movement. The entire back may be treated, including the neck, shoulders, middle and lower back, and sacral area. The hip and thigh areas may also be treated, and abdominal Massage Cupping™ feels just incredible. The technique consists of specific movements and protocols to enable the therapist to easily facilitate change for the client!
What is MediCupping™ therapy?
This term describes the use of incredibly versatile mechanical equipment to perform techniques based on Massage Cupping™ practice and theory. This equipment is more appropriate for spas, medical spas, and medical offices. There are many reputable pieces OF equipment on the market today for face and body contouring, and the model used for MediCupping™ therapy has demonstrated a high level of efficacy due to design features that allow the practitioner to customize the therapy as well as document settings and results.
What are the benefits of ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ therapies? The skin will turn pink with vigorous movements, indicating that the circulation has been brought to the surface. Application of topical products immediately after treatment will enable the absorption of the product deep into the tissue. The increased local blood supply to the muscles and skin will bring nourishment and allow for toxins to be carried away via the veins, making these therapies wonderfully effective as an addition to a massage, body treatment, or other therapeutic service.
An effective application of this technique is in the treatment of cellulite. A very light suction provides drainage, while heavier application can be used to stimulate circulation and loosen adhesions or “dimpling.” The body should be treated prior to a wrapping procedure to enhance the absorption of product. Clients enjoy the warm feeling of energized tissue being painted with soothing algae, mud or gel before being enveloped.
The ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ techniques include a highly effective Face Lifting and Drainage Treatment and a Body Contouring Cocoon treatment. Difference can be seen and felt directly after the session, and should continue to progress for the next few days. The Face Lifting and Drainage Treatments have produced spectacular results that are often evident immediately after treating one half of the face. Each successive treatment on the face and body enables the lymphatic system to activate, and tissues to receive nourishment and hydration. What a great treatment program for pre- and post-operative conditions!
How does this therapy feel? The sensation is truly indescribable. People often experience deep warmth and a tingling sensation long after the treatment has ended. The action on the nervous system is sedating and people will often descend into a profound state of relaxation. The presence of a deep snore is common!
People often report that the experience stayed with them longer than most treatments, and the speed with which these therapies effect change in texture of the tissue is truly amazing. When used in a treatment series, the results are cumulative. Yet even in a single treatment, a long-term physical issue may be resolved. Applications for these techniques include body contouring, scar tissue treatment, pre-surgery prepping and post-surgery recovery (face and body), and more. Conditions that have responded well include edema, cellulite, spider veins and varicosities, weight loss issues, and many more.
What is the discoloration that occurs after some treatments? There is a "marked" difference between Traditional Chinese Cupping and the ACE Massage Cupping™ or MediCupping™ techniques. The marks that are commonly left from Chinese Medical treatments are the desired result. ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ very rarely produce this discoloration, called a “cup kiss” or “doo-hickey.” If this appears during the treatment, it’s just an added bonus indicating release of intense stagnation of body fluid and toxins in the area. This is not a bruise and will dissipate anywhere between a few hours and a few days. It is also unlikely that it will re-occur in the same area.
Are ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ therapies safe? These methods are used safely on children, adults and elderly persons. The most common misuse of these techniques is overuse. These are intense therapies, and impact on the body systems is significant. In particular, children, the elderly, persons with diabetes and those on blood thinners should be treated gently. After any ACE Massage Cupping™ or MediCupping™ treatment, it is important to avoid exposure to excessive heat or cold, and sufficient hydration is required to facilitate elimination. The practitioner must take a complete assessment of specific conditions at the time of treatment into consideration.
ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping therapies are easy techniques to do, but they are not simple. To achieve maximum results safely, training is required. Workshops, educational DVDs and manuals are available. A great way to determine if this therapy is appropriate for your business is to schedule a treatment for yourself. Be sure to check that the practitioner is certified in these modalities for the best experience, or visit a booth at a national convention for a demonstration!
Treat your clients to an effective and pleasurable way to regain a
healthy appearance and feeling of vitality. Just ask them….. “How fluid does your body feel?”
ANITA J. SHANNON is a Licensed Massage Therapist and a licensed Cosmetologist since 1983, specializing in skin care, body treatments, Clinical Aromatherapy and various modalities of massage therapy. She is a national educator since 1990, appearing at major national Spa and Massage conventions each year, and appeared as a co-host for four years on the television show “Health Options Today”with Dr. Mitchell Ghen.
Anita is the Director of Advanced Continuing Education, an NCBTMB CE provider, and has presented numerous workshops on ACE Massage Cupping™ and MediCupping™ at national locations since creating these brands of therapy in 2002. Anita has been published in Les Nouvelles Esthetique-US, Massage Today and Massage Magazine. She has published five educational videos on ACE Massage Cupping™, MediCupping™ and TheraCupping™ and is currently writing a book on VacuTherapies™.
www.massagecupping.com www.medicupping.com
Copyright 2008 Anita J Shannon and TheraCupping™, LLC
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