Y'all. I'm super inspired after listening to this podcast about. the vagus nerve and massage (manual) therapy this morning. It's called, The Thinking Practitioner, hosted by Til Luchau and Whitney Lowe

During his session, Dr. Shurtleff explored the details of how manual therapy techniques have the power to transform healthcare practices as we know it. Researchers at NCCIH are examining how manual therapies affect the body at various levels, from cells to nerve pathways. Researchers at NCCIH are examining how manual therapies affect the body at various levels, from cells to nerve pathways.

A pivotal moment occurred in May 2019 when the VHA released formal qualification standards for massage therapists. This allowed trained therapists to be directly hired within the system, presenting more opportunities to provide care for veterans battling chronic pain, trauma, or the physical strains of service.

This thoughtful approach resonates with my vision for bodywork. By adopting evidence-informed medicine principles into my massage practice, I can create more tailored and effective treatment plans which lead to better outcomes.

One particular course that captivated me featured a series of insights from leaders at the American Massage Therapy Association's 2023 annual conference celebrating their 80th year. The experts addressed the audience to talk about how massage, along with other complementary therapies, is transforming our perspectives on recovery and whole person health.

Repetitive overuse injuries are becoming increasingly common in our fast-paced society. From athletes pushing their limits to professionals who spend hours at a desk, many people experience these injuries. If not addressed, these injuries can lead to persistent pain and long-term health issues. Fortunately, manual therapy offers a solution to relieve pain and promote healing.

Fascia is the connective tissue that wraps around your muscles and organs. It has a fascinating property called thixotropy.

Beyond direct muscle relaxation, research indicates that massage therapy offers significant cellular benefits.

If you are dealing with ongoing tension, stiffness, or imbalance, a massage session that honors the principles of tensegrity can offer long-term relief and greater ease in your body.

Piezoelectricity is a natural effect that occurs when certain materials create a small electrical charge in response to mechanical pressure. In the human body, this mostly happens in bone, fascia, and connective tissue.

I was today-years-old when I learned a heart muscle was helical and continuous.