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If you are suffering from headaches, they can literally be a real pain in the neck, for both the therapist and patient. If the pain can be momentarily relieved by pressing into muscles in the neck, base of the skull, temples and forehead, it’s a fair indication that muscle tension could be a clue that […]
Plantar Fasciitis is an inflammation of a thick band of tissue that connects the heel bone to the toes which typically occurs from overuse in the athletic population and people who have flat feet, high arches, are overweight or who are on their feet a lot. In anatomical terms, plantar refers to the bottom […]
A massage can often benefit a person by reducing muscle cramps. Muscle cramp can occur for a wide range of reasons. Some of the most common causes include muscle dehydration, poor circulation, lack of stretching before intense exercise, exercising in heat and overexerting a muscle during exercise or activity. What are the most appropriate types […]
Muscle fibres run in all different directions within the muscles of our body. Muscles are layered on top of each other. All being good, means we are flexible. However, sitting at a desk too long or being dehydrated can mean we lose that flexibility. Knots occur when muscle fibres become stuck together due to […]
Although specific studies regarding the benefits of deep tissue massage for joint and muscle rehab are not yet available, studies have shown massage therapy to be beneficial in general for athletic performance, muscle injury prevention, and rehabilitation. All massages can help you achieve a variety of different goals, but deep tissue massage is among the […]
What exactly is remedial massage? Remedial massage is a type of massage therapy that is used to treat muscles that are damaged, knotted, tense or immobile. It can be helpful for a number of problems that affect the muscles, tendons and bones, as well as many other health concerns. Remedial massage can also be known […]