Last month I traveled to Oak Ridge, Tennessee, for the first time. There, I earned 16 live Continuing Education (CE) hours and a certification in Myofascial Swedish massage. As a Licensed Las Vegas massage therapist, I’m always looking for ways to deepen my practice.

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.

Owner Christina Aldan of Luckygirl Bodywork announces the expansion of her massage practice to include Las Vegas mobile massage services and throughout the valley, offering bodywork in clients' homes, during events, and in workplace settings.

Yes, I really do look at the bottom of your shoes during the intake part of your Las Vegas massage appointment. Not in a weird way. Not to judge. And not to comment on your taste in footwear. I look because your shoes tell me things you probably don’t even realize your body has been saying.

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

Attending a John Barnes’s Myofascial Release (MFR) Seminar designed exclusively for patients opened my eyes to how this therapy can transform overall well-being. If you are a patient seeking healing or a therapist wanting to deepen your skills, this seminar offers a unique opportunity to unlock the power of MFR.

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.

Getting a chance to work backstage at Cirque du Soleil is a rare and thrilling opportunity. I was lucky enough to do it twice, and each time it felt like stepping into a world where athleticism, artistry, and discipline come together in perfect harmony.

I had the rare opportunity to join this world by providing sports massage to the artists and crew backstage at the Kà Theatre inside the MGM Grand.

Owner Christina Aldan of Luckygirl Bodywork announced the opening of her new massage studio inside Beauty & Bodyworks Studios at 9550 S. Eastern Ave., Suite 237. The studio is located within Silverado Park Place, home to community anchor businesses including BJ's Restaurant and Big 5 Sporting Goods.

I just completed the AMTA Continuing Education course Ethics and the Power Differential, created by massage therapy educator Kathy Ginn, LMT. This course counts toward the NCBTMB Ethics requirement and it sharpened my awareness of what it means to ethically lead the client-practitioner therapeutic relationship.

After graduating from my massage program, I had a two-month waiting period for my massage license to process. I am horrible at sitting still, so instead of pacing in circles I decided to travel to visit a friend in Stavanger, Norway. Of course, I had to book bodywork while I was there. I found Triangle Studio Stavanger and scheduled a 90-minute session with an MFR therapist named Carlynn.

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.

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.

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.