Every profession requires certain tools in order to get the job done. A hair stylist needs scissors. A writer needs a computer (or a pen and pad of paper). A carpenter needs a saw, hammer, and nails. As a massage…
"Why does a massage feel so good?" My clients ask me this all the time as they walk out of my office after their massage sessions. The easiest answer would be, "It just does." But perhaps that's a dissatisfying answer.…
Muscle tension is the result of holding your muscles in a particular position for an extended period of time. When your muscles contract and refuse to release (like when you scrunch your shoulders due to stress), blood flow becomes restricted…
It appears that the world has caught on to the power of salt for its many health benefits beyond the daily recommended amount you consume in food. Everywhere you turn, there seems to be another use for salt to improve…
Your hands and feet are perhaps the most unappreciated parts of your body. They make everything you do possible. Your hands work tirelessly, carrying shopping bags, typing and texting, and gripping the steering wheel during rush hour. Your feet carry…
We all know that the benefits of massage are many: lower stress and anxiety, better sleep, and quicker healing from injury, just to name a few. What if I told you that you could reap all those benefits...times two?…
Surgery can be both physically and emotionally traumatic. No matter how invasive your surgery may be, the prospect of undergoing a surgical procedure - and the post-operative pain that comes with it - can be downright scary. It's this post-operative…
Back pain is one of the most common complaints that I get before giving a massage. It's interesting to me that back pain is such a prevalent problem area for people. Back pain can be caused by many things, like…
Have you heard of intermittent fasting and thought of trying it? Some people swear by this method, and how it helps them lose weight. Others use it for overall health. So does intermittent fasting live up to the hype? As…
According to a 2015 survey, only around 18% of adults receive at least one massage per year. This means the majority of people have never tried therapeutic massage before! Knowing that, when?new clients schedule their first massages ever, I try…