This time of year some common questions that I hear while clients are on my table is “What is the IT band?” and “Why is my IT band so sore (or so tight)?” These questions typically come from people who have taken a long winter off from running, cycling and/or …
What is Sciatica? A “pinched nerve” is a term that is often used to describe the medical term, sciatica. This is the name given to the pain, weakness, numbness, or tingling of the leg that is caused by pressure or injury on the sciatic nerve. Sciatica is a symptom of …
Not Your Boy Scout’s Knot As a massage therapist, my job is to help work out those tight knots that you get. Through the proper amount of pressure and the right massage techniques, I can work to release the tension that those knots create. But, what exactly is a knot? …
Health Benefits of Tea More and more lately, I have been drinking hot tea as part of my nightly ritual. My husband typically drinks iced tea after work. With all the tea drinking that goes on in my house, I thought I would share with you some of the health …
Spring is in full bloom and now is the season for 5K runs, half and full marathons, baseball, and what ever other sport you enjoy during this season. With these sports, come the chance of pain and injury. Pain and injury can also come from other outdoor activities besides sports. …