The post-race massage Runners report that post-race massages help lessen muscle tension and improve range of motion, while also making them feel relaxed and rewarded for their hard efforts. A registered massage therapist will apply moving pressure to muscles and other tissues such as tendons, ligaments, and fascia. This softens fascia tissue and helps clenched…
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Have you noticed little things slipping your mind lately? Maybe you forgot a few items at the grocery store, or completely blanked on why you just walked into the kitchen. Memory loss is a natural part of ageing, and you’re bound to experience it to some degree, but if you have a big presentation or…
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Many people are hesitant to incorporate nutritious food choices into their daily diets because it seems too expensive to do so. A quick visit to an organic foods shop or healthy foods store will immediately make you notice as to how expensive these products are. However, rather than abandoning all hope of eating healthy, it’s…
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Today, most people spend a significant amount of time staring down at their smartphones and computers. As a result, neck pain and stiff neck have become quite common among people. According to doctors, a stiff neck is caused by the weakening of muscles over time due to poor postures. A stiff neck can cause pain…
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There’s a sad irony in the modern era we live in – that most injuries are caused by a lack of activity, rather than strenuous exercise. We sit too much, we move too little. As such, the majority of the population will experience knee pain, back pain, and shoulder pain at alarming rates. All from…
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Cope with stress Massage therapy can help to release endorphins in your body, helping you to feel revitalized and at ease. Several studies have found that patients have an increase in serotonin and oxytocin and a decrease in the stress hormone cortisol after a therapeutic massage. Increase range of motion and ease tension A professional…
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Adopting a healthier lifestyle is difficult. It can take weeks for your body to start craving nutritious foods instead of junk, and to actually want to exercise, instead of sit on the couch and binge Netflix shows. It’s overwhelming, but don’t worry. Big changes come from small tweaks. Focus on making little changes in your…
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See your doctor! Talk to your doctor about a referral to a physiotherapist, chiropractor or massage therapist. Either can be helpful with suggestions about some back-friendly stretches and activities or can physically evaluate and manipulate your back. Rest. According to current clinical practice guidelines, you can rest for a day or two while the pain…
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Most people experience episodes of back pain at some point in their life. While some make a trip to the doctor, others rest hoping the back pain will go away. However, performing certain exercises can also help alleviate back pain. Workouts help strengthen back muscles, loosen inflamed tissues, and improve circulation and mobility. Here are…
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Athletes like to win. No ifs, ands, or buts. They look for every tiny advantage they can to dominate the competition and ensure they’re one step ahead of the game. A big part of that involves taking care of your joints and making sure that your mobility leagues beyond your peers. In the vast majority…
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