Deep tissue massage is a type of massage therapy that focuses on realigning deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue. It is especially helpful for chronically tense and contracted areas such as stiff necks, low back tightness, and sore shoulders. This massage type is a great addition to rehabilitation therapy and provides recovery time to [...]
A trigger point is a tight area within muscle tissue that causes pain in other parts of the body. The pain may be sharp and intense or a dull ache. Trigger points are caused by muscle overuse or injury, and because the aches are associated with moving parts, the pain is commonly mistaken for arthritis. [...]
Pregnancy massage assists in reducing stress, decreasing swelling in the arms and legs, and relieves aches and pains throughout the body. It’s a popular complementary therapy during pregnancy for back pain when choices for pain relief, such as medication, are often limited. Human touch can be comforting and provide emotional support during pregnancy. [...]
The main purpose of Swedish massage is to increase oxygen flow in the blood and release toxins from the muscles. Other possible benefits include stimulation of circulation, an increase in muscle tone, and a balance of the musculoskeletal systems. Swedish massage shortens recovery time from muscular strain by flushing the tissues of lactic acid, and [...]
