When you feel stiff and sore, you may wonder if you have tight muscles. You try stretching but still have that tightness. You could have a trigger point, which is a knot in the muscles. To get rid of these...
Want to know a dark not-so-secret? Tissue release, myofascial release, foam rolling…whatever you want to call it – can be incredibly uncomfortable. When a muscle is really knotted up and tight, the last thing you want to do is apply...
Why do we suffer from aches and pains? Muscle aches and pains are part of life. They usually affect the support structures that allow you to move about in daily life: bones, muscles, ligaments, and tendons. Musculoskeletal pain can be...
Consider seeing a medical professional first and foremost. If you don't have a diagnosis before you get treatment from a massage therapist, definitely see a family physician or sports doctor. Massage therapists cannot diagnose. Treating sports injuries early, however severe,...
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...