If you’re having IT band pain, the solution usually isn’t to stretch the IT band itself, it’s to build up your booty. When the glute muscles do their job, they absorb and distribute more force, taking pressure off the overworked IT band.

While bursitis can cause pain, many cases actually stem from tight fascia and restricted tendons converging around the greater trochanter. This area forms what I call a Fascia Fan, layers of connective tissue that can become stiff and limit movement.

Lower back pain often stems from tight muscles, inflammation, or restricted fascia —the connective tissue that surrounds muscles and organs. It even winds through your muscles. When fascia becomes stiff or stuck from long periods of contraction or scar tissue, it can pull on muscles and nerves, causing pain that feels deeper than a simple muscle ache.

People ask why I say I'm forming a platypus bill with my hands instead of duck bill. It’s not just a quirky choice. It’s a way to explain how I approach healing, especially for those struggling with chronic pain. I have a Bachelor's Degree in Ecology and Environmental Sciences. My degree taught me that the platypus is a unique species. Unbeknownst to many, a platypus bill is soft, sensitive, and collects sensory feedback. That’s the kind of touch I bring to my bodywork, and i

If you spend most of your days sitting down, an elbow in the butt might be just the thing you need. That achy buttcheek feeling is more common than you think, and it’s often misunderstood.

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.

Spa massage and therapeutic massage both have value, but the right choice depends on your needs. If you want relaxation, a spa massage may be best. If you’re looking for results that help your body heal and perform better, then my therapeutic massage sessions are designed with your long-term well-being in mind.

Recently, I have had the privilege of learning from Chris Melmoth, who specializes in soft tissue manipulation at the deep fascial layer. This has added another valuable dimension to my education at the European Massage Therapy School.

As I progress in my journey through massage school, I am increasingly aware of how both active and latent trigger points can restrict muscle movement and flexibility. Both types can lead to discomfort and limit a person's range of motion.

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

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.