Professional therapeutic massage therapy in Kansas City, MO by Aaron Harris, BCTMB
Massage therapists, chiropractors, and orthopedists often use the term “pain cycle” to describe the way muscles get “stuck” in a loop of dysfunction. Most of the time, intervention by a professional is required to “break” this pain cycle. How the
The sternocleidomastoid (SCM) is the large muscle in your neck that you can see when you turn your head to the side. It is a common cause of pain due to “tech neck.” This muscle is also prone to injury
A spasm or cramp is an involuntary contraction of a voluntary/skeletal muscle. Spasms and cramps are essentially the same thing, though often massage therapists and clients will describe a prolonged cramp as “being in spasm.” What Causes a Spasm or
Massage can be a wonderfully supportive treatment for fibromyalgia. I have treated dozens of clients suffering from this debilitating condition. What is Fibromyalgia? Fibromyalgia (FMS) is a chronic pain syndrome that include sleep disorders and the development of a predictable
A trigger point is a focused area in a muscle that remains constantly contracted regardless of movement. Clients often describe this as a “knot.” They are quite painful and refer pain to other predictable parts of the body. Often a
Ankle Inflammation Inflammation is the body’s response to injury or an infection. Trauma, burns, sports injuries, and foreign bodies such as a splinter or bacteria entering a cut in your skin are common causes. Inflammation is one of the methods
Reflexology is an alternative medicine practice that uses specific pressure points on the hands, feet, and ears to relieve pain and reduce anxiety. One of the most basic beliefs in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) is that your life force energy,
Many clients experience anxiety before their first appointment with a mobile massage therapist. Most clients experience some anxiety when meeting a massage therapist for their first appointment. Inviting a mobile massage therapist into your home can add to the list
How you take care of yourself immediately following an in-home massage therapy appointment with me can greatly increase the benefits of the massage. Here are some specific massage aftercare instructions. Rest One of the benefits of an in-home massage is
A lymphatic drainage massage is a highly specialized style with a primary goal of moving lymph fluid through the body. The Lymphatic System The lymphatic system is a vitally important piece of your body’s immune system. Fluid containing proteins, anti-bodies,
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