My Favorite Self Care Tools

A self-care toolbox isn’t just about bubble baths and chocolate. It’s about maintaining body and mind health. Therapy balls, especially Tune Up Fitness’s, are my go-to for muscle relief. The Stretch Out Strap offers versatility for stretching. Tribe Fitness Bands are excellent for portable workouts. Simplicity and consistency in self-care matter.

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The Yoga Tune Up® Difference

Yoga Tune Up® at Michigan Massage & Wellness is a distinct approach to yoga, combining it with corrective exercises and stretches. This personalized experience helps identify and address body blind spots, improving movement and self-awareness through self-massage techniques and myofascial release. Join us for a unique yoga journey.

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Stretching For Self Care: Remote Worker Edition

Starting a stretching routine doesn’t have to be complicated or time-consuming. Our self-paced program, Stretch Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself, offers 20 short, effective stretching videos you can do virtually anywhere. No more excuses – prioritize your health and well-being.

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Plantar Fasciitis (and how to fix it)

Plantar Fasciitis can be excruciating, but there’s more to its treatment than orthotics and shoes. Discover the benefits of going barefoot, strengthening muscles, and avoiding risky cortisone injections. Prioritize your foot health!

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Massage and Stretching

Stretching!… some people hate it & some love it. Now, if you are a client of Michigan Massage and Wellness, you know how much we LOVE stretching! Rebecca is a Level 2 Fascial Stretch Therapist, and once a week teaches people how to stretch through our weekly mobility classes. For those in pain stretching often […]

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Stop stretching, start moving

Stretching your lower back isn’t always the solution for pain. Sometimes it’s weakened muscles that need strengthening. Chronic rounding of the low back can lead to disc problems, so focus on strengthening instead.

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Conditions that massage can help

Massage therapy offers more than relaxation; it can improve various medical conditions. Digestive issues can benefit from stress reduction. Insomnia sufferers experience better sleep quality. TMJ disorder pain can be eased. Fibromyalgia symptoms may improve with gentle massage. High blood pressure can be lowered with regular massage.

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Got a headache? Get a massage.

Headaches can be relieved without painkillers. Follow these steps: 1. Drink water. 2. Apply an ice pack or cold compress to your neck and forehead. 3. Practice deep breathing. 4. Move around. 5. Stretch your neck and shoulders. 6. Get a massage, which can work wonders, especially with specialized techniques.

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Got muscle cramps? Get relief

Muscle cramps can be excruciating, and various factors may trigger them. It’s essential to maintain a balance of minerals, hydration, exercise, and rest to prevent cramps effectively. Your body thrives on equilibrium.

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