by PMA | Apr 5, 2021 | Massage Therapy Information
There are many different causes of knee pain. It can be caused by issues related to muscles, tendons, ligaments, bones and connective tissue. There can also be knee pain related to poor movement patterns and imbalances in the body such as muscular imbalances. This...
by PMA | Apr 2, 2021 | Massage Therapy Information
Massage Therapy is often very relaxing and helps the body feel its best. After a massage, there are helpful techniques to employ in order to decrease the potential for post-massage soreness and to keep the good feelings continuing. Three tips for post massage care...
by PMA | Apr 1, 2021 | Massage Therapy Information
Massage therapy is helpful for many ailments and conditions, as it can help to eliminate pain, relax muscles, and help with immune function. With that, people with sensitive skin may wonder if a massage is ok for them based on their particular skin condition. There...
by PMA | Mar 11, 2021 | Massage Techniques, Massage Therapy Information, The Professional Massage Academy
You may think of massage techniques as being applied by hands only. Although Massage Therapists do often use their hands, if this is always the case then the repetitive nature of massage can lead to issues in the future. Certain tools and maneuvers can help to...
by PMA | Mar 11, 2021 | Massage Techniques, Massage Therapy Information, The Professional Massage Academy
Fascia is the connective tissue structure that is between the skin and the muscle in our bodies, as well as surrounds internal structures in our body. The analogy often made is that it is similar to the “pith,” which is the spongy white substance that’s between...
by PMA | Mar 10, 2021 | Massage Techniques, Massage Therapy Information, The Professional Massage Academy
Chronic pain is defined as pain lasting more than six months. It is often a multi-system output, meaning there can be many aspects to one’s pain. Often, the pain is no longer indicating tissue damage but is now an output of the brain as well. Stress, emotional pain or...
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