“Pain is Gain” Debunked
“Pain is gain,” or the mentality that a massage needs to be painful in order to be effective, is probably one of the most common misconceptions when it comes to massage therapy. Not only is it a misconception—painful massage therapy can actually prevent you from achieving the results you want.
How to Prepare for Your Massage
To shave or not to shave; to eat or not to eat—these are just some of the questions massage clients often have pertaining to how to best prepare for their massage appointments. Read more to get the inside scoop.
Techniques for Self-Myofascial Release
Self-myofascial release techniques can help release areas of restriction and bring more balance to your body as a whole. The sustained pressure of your body against the device triggers the release of fascia in your body, which interweaves all your muscles, nerves and connective tissue.
Deep Tissue Versus Deep Pressure
Deep pressure and deep tissue are often thought of as the same thing—but they are actually quite different and lead to different results. Find out the difference between the two and which one is best for your goals.