Sad to say, I get questions on why drinking water is important before or even after a massage. Drinking water after a massage is crucial for flushing out toxins released during the massage, replenishing fluids lost through sweating or increased circulation, and potentially reducing post-massage soreness. 𝗙𝗹𝘂𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗢𝘂𝘁 𝗧𝗼𝘅𝗶𝗻𝘀:Massage can stimulate the release of metabolic […]

IASTM (Instrument-Assisted Soft Tissue Mobilization) and Gua Sha are both tool-based manual therapy techniques designed to address soft tissue dysfunction. While they share similarities in technique, they differ in origins, focus, and application. Gua Sha Traditional Roots: Gua Sha, which translates to “scraping” in Chinese, is a traditional East Asian healing practice that involves using […]

Massage and Sports: Golf Edition Golf season is officially here, and if you’re looking for ways to enhance your game, massage therapy might be the key. Regular massage can help reduce muscle tension, relieve pain, and improve overall mobility—all essential for a smooth and powerful swing. Personally, my biggest challenges on the course are keeping […]

“How often should I receive a massage?” This is a common and important question, particularly among new clients. My response typically begins with, “It depends,” and that remains true. Each individual’s needs and circumstances vary. The ideal frequency of massage sessions is determined by your specific goals—whether for relaxation, pain relief, stress management, or recovery—as well […]

A common comment we hear from clients is, “I forgot to shave — please don’t judge me.” Rest assured, this is a judgment-free environment. We understand that forgetting to shave might make you feel self-conscious, but it does not affect how we view or treat you. It is not something we are looking for that […]

Why stretch before and even after your massage? This may be an constant thing you may hear your therapist or anyone telling you, but there are many benefits to it that are helpful. 𝘒𝘦𝘺 𝘣𝘦𝘯𝘦𝘧𝘪𝘵𝘴 𝘰𝘧 𝘴𝘵𝘳𝘦𝘵𝘤𝘩𝘪𝘯𝘨 𝘣𝘦𝘧𝘰𝘳𝘦 𝘢 𝘮𝘢𝘴𝘴𝘢𝘨𝘦: 𝗜𝗻𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗹𝗲𝘅𝗶𝗯𝗶𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘆: Stretching helps to lengthen muscles and improve range of motion, allowing the therapist […]

Have a massage scheduled soon? Is it your first time or has it been awhile? Here are some helpful tips to remember before your massage…. 𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗯𝗲 𝗮𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗱 before your 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗮𝗴𝗲? 1. Eating a heavy meal before your appointment 2. Consuming alcohol and/or caffeine 3. Taking any pain medication/blood thinners 3. Not taking in […]

A fun comment I hear from clients sometimes is:“Do you keep working when I fall asleep?” or “Don’t let me fall asleep—I want to feel what you’re doing!” 💤 💤 Fun fact: Yes, we absolutely keep working while you sleep! In fact, it’s almost like a compliment because it means you’re completely relaxed and receptive […]

Welcome to Specific Health Massage Therapy Blog! Here we will discuss anything from types of massage, techniques, random facts, fun events and a little bit about how we got started. To kick things off with, why I picked massage………. Over my 11 years of doing massage, I had always gotten the same questions when seeing […]