It’s important to stay on top of your massage care even if you feel good. Really take a minute to hear me out. Most people tend to get massages when they feel bad, are in pain. I get that. Once they start to feel better they flat out stop getting massages. I get that too.…
I know it can be challenging to get an appointment with me Felicia at Hayes Bodywork which is why I’m making this announcement. I would love to work with you in the future but in the meantime maybe one of these ladies can help you achieve your goals. Possibly, they can see you much faster…
Massaging the glutes/butt has many benefits. It is not uncommon to have them massaged in a professional setting like in a massage or physical therapy office. Massaging the butt can help treat low back issues, sciatica, hip pain, lack of range of motion, pains associated with shortened muscles and postural issues. Massaging the muscle eases…
Lately, I’ve been working on people who for a number of reasons can’t lay face down. However, they want a full body massage or they want some area on their backside (back, hamstrings, gluteus) addressed. The solution is to do a side-lying massage. Side-lying massage is commonly associated with pregnancy massage but in reality anyone…
Maybe you can’t get a massage as regularly as you like due to time, no good massage therapists in your area, it’s too expensive and so on. The idea is to begin taking the steps to taking care of yourself with maintenance between sessions. Here are 5 things you can do for maintenance #1 Physical…
So, this is a question I get all the time. As a massage therapist, I don’t think of backs or any part of the body as being bad. It’s just not a very effective way for me to approach a session. When I’m asked this question, it’s often an indication that the client is experiencing…
The cost of the massage is relative. If you find a massage therapist that makes you feel better then a massage at almost any cost is worth it. If you get a massage that doesn’t meet your needs then it was expensive and not worth your time or money. So, the expense of a massage…
How often should I get a massage? This is a question I often get. It’s not a cookie cutter answer. There isn’t a magic number that’s going to solve your problems. Really the frequency depends on the individual person. I know that’s not what you want to hear. Right? But in this article I’m…
Plantar fasciitis is a pretty common condition. Roughly 2 million people are treated for it yearly. It is identified by inflammation and pain in the heel of the foot. A number of things can cause plantar fasciitis. Some of the most common ones are: Repetitive action (running) Beginning a new training program Tight calf muscles…
Lymphatic Drainage Massage (LDM) So let’s talk about lymphatic drainage massage because I get soooo many inquiries about it. It is a super popular service. If you’re having cosmetic surgery (or any surgery) lymphatic massage is a must. But here’s the thing you gotta plan for it because you’ll need to have quite a few…