Guided meditation for expecting mamas
We want to share with you a special demo of our Prenatal Yomassage sessions! So all you mamas who are expecting, please enjoy one of the guided meditations you can experience in one of these sessions!
Why your massage therapist asks all those health questions
Before your first massage, I’m going to ask you about your medical history. I have an intake that will ask about what medications and medical conditions you have, and a whole host of questions about your health history.
Want to try a Yomassage breathing exercise?
Curious about Yomassage? Watch the video below to find out what it’s all about PLUS try the breathing exercise to get a taste of what part of a session is like!
Smashing the “toxins” myth
While there are plenty of health benefits to massage, it’s not because of its ability to rid your body of toxins. We’re here to debunk the myth of toxins, and get down to the nitty gritty of what actually makes massage so good for you.
How to relieve plantar fasciitis with massage and stretching
Ignoring plantar fasciitis can lead to chronic, debilitating pain and other foot, knee, hip, or back problems. So what can you do to alleviate and prevent plantar fasciitis?
How massage can help athletes year round
You’re a true athlete. The idea of using massage to improve your game might sound silly. Why? It really does make you a better athlete.
Massage for knee surgery rehab
If you’re experiencing knee pain, you’re not alone. It’s often debilitating and holds you back from doing the activities you enjoy most. That’s why it’s important to seek prompt treatment.
Should I cancel my massage if I’m sick?
There are lots of variables to being sick. What does that even mean and why does it matter? Let’s dig in.
6 ways to treat yourself (that don’t involve money or food)
With the holidays almost over, its important that you take some time for yourself! And it’s not hard to think up great ways to treat yourself.
A guide to gifting massage
If you’re thinking of sharing the gift of massage with someone else for a special occasion or “just because,” there are some considerations when offering this kind of gift.
What do we really know about pain?
Pain is a strange phenomenon, when you think about it. So what exactly is happening when we feel pain, and how do we stop it from negatively impacting our lives?
Love the skin you’re in: staying sun safe
Massage therapists see a lot of skin. All colors, all textures. Freckles, scars, stretch marks, moles. Skin doesn’t surprise us. Except when it does.
Massage myths: contraindications edition
CONTRAINDICATION is a long word with a simple meaning: a reason you shouldn’t receive a particular treatment, such as a massage.
What in the heck is cupping anyway?
There is a technique called cupping that has been around for at least the last 3,500 years, but has more recently become popular within our modern society.
What to ask your massage therapist about essential oils
Whether you’re a huge fan or just a curious bystander, there’s no doubt that aromatherapy and essential oils are becoming increasingly popular.
Stress, anxiety & massage
What exactly do we know about massage and how it relates to stress and anxiety? And what does the research have to say about that?
Stop headaches before they start.
According to the Migraine Research Foundation, nearly 36 million Americans suffer from migraine headaches. Let’s talk about how we can stop them before they even start.
Why your feet need a massage.
We don’t usually think about our feet, that is until they hurt. We tend to take them for granted, but like other parts of our body they get tired, overused, sore, and in need of some attention.