Cupping therapy can feel just as amazing as a full body massage. In fact, cupping can be more beneficial than regular massage for some conditions. How so? Read on to find out!
Read MoreIn this video blog, I explain why its important to be comfortable for your massage session. The more comfortable & relaxed you are, the more effective the treatment will be. I'll be going over communication, expectations, proper body draping & more.
Read MoreMassage isn't just something you do just because you're on vacation. It's a viable option for your own self-care needs. You may not know it yet, but you're probably in need of a good massage.
Read MoreThe pounding pressure seems to emanate from your own heartbeat and into your eye sockets and teeth, too. Sinus pressure is more than irritating; it is painful.
Read MoreMassage therapy brings so many benefits for those who get them regularly. Need to relax and de-stress after a crazy holiday season? There's no better way than laying on a heated massage table with warm towels, relaxing music, soothing massage, and disconnecting from the world (I suggest turning cell phones off). Is the cold weather making pain symptoms worse? Massage therapy can help! Who do you know that could benefit? You probably don't have to think too hard about who could really use a massage this season.
Read More4.5 million experience headaches more than once every month. Roughly 30 to 35 million people experience sinus pain during the same period. If you suffer either or both of these conditions, you can employ some massage tactics for relief. See what you can do to decrease these symptoms.
Read MoreBelieve it or not, sometimes a sixty minute massage just doesn't cut it. Some of you out there reading this need much more time than the standard 60 minute massage. Especially for those making an initial appointment with a new massage therapist.
Read MoreSheepskin is a natural medical marvel that can benefit anyone, but especially the elderly and those who suffer from chronic pain. As an soft, all-natural fabric with unparalleled comfort value, this material contributes to a healthier, more hygienic environment and lifestyle. Its primary benefits include improving circulation, friction resistance, natural anti-bacterial properties, and sheer comfort value.
Read MoreMost people had no idea what cupping therapy was about until the 2016 summer olympics. Michael Phelps sported dark purple circles all over his body which left people asking "what the heck is Michael Phelps doing to himself?". Phelps is a firm believer in an ancient form of Chinese medicine called cupping. He used it in recovery from all the hard training he endured getting ready for the summer games. So what is cupping therapy and how does it help?
Read MoreOutdoor running season is now upon us! With that said, more people are getting back into running or running a lot more. Most runners are used to aches and pains that are associated with the repetition of running on the roads & trails. However, when the pain from running doesn't go away and persists, it can easily put a halt to your training. What are some of the conditions that massage can help relieve? Read on to find out.
Read MoreRecently a client I'll name Joe for privacy's sake came into the office for chronic low back pain. It was his first visit to my office, and what I call a "massage newbie". Joe has never had a massage before, and was told by a friend that it may help with his low back problems. This is when I educated him about the massage process.
Read MoreLast month, Expertise.com rated Pain Relief Massage as one of the top 20 best massage therapist in Rochester, NY. It's an honor to be recognized among so many of my peers in the Rochester area. How did they come to this conclusion?
Read MoreWow, it sure was a busy 2016. I hope you all had a great holiday season! Now that we're getting into 2017, I know many of you are looking to take better care of yourselves. Whether thats through better eating habits or creating self-care routines, it's important to stick with those new routines (which of course is way easier said than done).
Read MoreDid you know that sports massage can enhance athletic performance? Some athletes see an increase of 30-40% in performance after sports massage. How is that even possible? Sports massage is performed on muscles used most during training; so you will be ready come time of the event.
Read MoreAt Pain Relief massage, I specialize in deep tissue massage. Since the beginning of my massage career, that's pretty much all I've done. The hundreds of continuing education hours I've taken has only complimented the deep tissue work of my massage. So what is deep tissue massage?
Read MoreI enjoy being in a career field that's predominately women. I get to "stand out from the crowd" so to speak. Of course being a male massage therapist does have it's set of challenges to overcome. There are so many people I could have helped with their pain situation; if they would have let me work on them. Sadly however many out there wouldn't ever let a guy perform bodywork on them.
Read MoreFor years I've performed chair massage at numerous places of business. The number one complaint most of my clients had were neck & shoulders. Like 85% of office workers generally had shoulder & back pain. The pain spots were generally right at the base of the neck or in the shoulder blade region. Why did most of my clients present with the same type of symptoms? Because their pectoral muscles were tight.
Read MoreI debated about writing this in fear it would be too negative or too whiney, but it's a topic I would like to get off my chest. Most practitioners don't like it when clients cancel at the last minute, or when they are consistently late. Even worse, clients who do not even make the time to notify the office that they will not be coming in that day. Of course that should be obvious, but let me go more into detail.
Read MoreHas anyone ever talked to you about the fascia? Does it sound familiar? If you ever studied anatomy you may have possibly read about it. Maybe you heard about it from your chiropractor or massage therapist (I do like to talk about fascia from time to time). It is a trending word in today's pain science research. So what is it, and why am I writing about it?
Read MoreHave you ever had a stomach massage? It can be super relaxing, and very beneficial in relieving pain. Abdominal massage can be extremely beneficial if you have low back, hip, or groin pain. Find out why you should receive massage here the next time you get a massage.
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