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Post workout massage
Post-workout massage isn't just a luxury; it enhances recovery. Studies show it boosts strength, improves proprioception, reduces inflammation, and promotes cellular repair, helping athletes return to action faster.
Prenatal Massage Benefits
Prenatal massage offers numerous benefits for expectant mothers, from relieving joint pain and discomfort to lowering stress levels and aiding in pain relief. However, it's crucial to consult your healthcare provider before pursuing prenatal massage. Both prenatal and postnatal massage can be valuable for overall well-being during pregnancy and after childbirth.
Relieve Chronic Pain with Lokte Method
Experience the Lokte Method for fast and lasting relief from chronic pain and injuries. This connective tissue modality offered exclusively at Michigan Massage and Wellness can help with various issues, from plantar fasciitis to migraines. Try it to get your body back on track.
Results (not) guaranteed
In massage therapy, results are rarely guaranteed. While therapists provide valuable treatments, clients must invest effort in self-care to maintain or enhance the benefits achieved during their sessions.
RICE vs MEAT
The debate between RICE and MEAT for injury recovery isn't about diet but methods. RICE (Rest, Ice, Compression, Elevation) was traditional, but MEAT (Movement, Exercise, Analgesia, Treatment) offers a science-based, long-term approach. Each has its place depending on the injury's nature and stage. Combining elements of both methods may be the best approach.
Scar Tissue and How It Affects the Full Body
Scar tissue isn't just skin-deep; it can affect muscles, nerves, and joints, causing pain and reduced mobility. MPS Therapy at Michigan Massage and Wellness offers a solution to break down scar tissue and adhesions, restoring your body's natural function and reducing chronic pain.
Self Care Tips
Maintaining self-care is essential for reaping the long-term benefits of massage therapy. Here are seven self-care tips to complement your massage sessions: Take breaks, stretch, self-massage with Yoga Tune Up® therapy balls, spend time outdoors, meditate/breathe, enjoy music, and get plenty of sleep.
Self-Care Practices to Improve Your Mental Health
Practicing self-care is essential for improving mental health. Starting with dental hygiene and addressing dental issues can positively impact your mood. Feeling confident in your appearance through comfortable and stylish clothing can boost self-esteem. Reducing stress, saying 'no,' pursuing hobbies, optimizing your workspace, and improving sleep habits are all crucial steps in enhancing mental well-being.
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.
Stretch Yourself (or let us do it)
Two decades in massage therapy reveal an undeniable truth: people avoid stretching. Even therapists struggle with self-care. Clients often skip prescribed stretches, stalling their own progress. Let's admit, stretching can be a literal pain, but it's a vital path to pain relief.
Stretch Yourself Before You Wreck Yourself
Stretching doesn't have to be anything super complicated or time consuming but it is something that should be a part of your daily routine.
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.