Can AI Replace Massage Therapists? Not a Chance. Here’s Why
Sure, AI can mimic massage strokes—but it can’t breathe with you, hold space for grief, or calm your nervous system. Here’s why real healing needs human hands.
Relaxation: An Outcome, Not Just a Massage Style
Relaxation: An Outcome, Not Just a Massage Style Relaxation is often misunderstood as merely a luxury or indulgence in today's fast-paced world. However, true relaxation is an outcome that goes beyond just a "spa massage." It forms the foundation for other significant benefits, such as stress...
Reflecting on the Glamorization of Overworking and Burnout in America
In a world obsessed with hustle, burnout has become a bragging right. But here’s the truth: overworking isn’t sustainable. Massage therapy offers more than relaxation—it’s a path to healing, clarity, and balance. Ready to reset?
Benefits of A Postnatal Massage
Postpartum massage is as crucial as prenatal massage. The journey of growing a baby for nine months and the marathon of childbirth undoubtedly take...
Oncology Massage
Many massage therapists are not prepared to responsibly work with active patients or survivors of cancer. My specific training in Oncology Massage,...
What is an Herbal Ball?
Thai Herbal Ball Compress There are some treatments that you may not have heard of much in the mainstream, and yet they have been around for years....
Kinesiology Tape
Kinesiology tape is a therapeutic tape that is thin and stretchy and is designed to promote movement as opposed to immobilizing an injured region of...
Is Massage Really a Treat or a TREATment?
" I only get a massage once a year as a birthday splurge ." ~ Anonymous " I don't indulge in this type of luxury often" ~ Anonymous " I can't afford...
What Is Cupping Therapy?
“Where there’s stagnation, there will be pain. Remove the stagnation, and you remove the pain.” ~ Chinese Proverb CUPPING THERAPY is an ancient...
Make Your Own Coconut Rose Body Scrub
When I created my Summer Mojito Exfoliating Scrub in August, everyone who came in for their summer massage treat wanted to upgrade their service...
Please Help My Rotator Cuff
The rotator cuff is comprised of the muscles and connective tissue that surround the shoulder joint. The four rotator cuff muscles are the...
5 Reasons Why You Might Hate Getting Massages
1. Relaxation Mind Struggle The truth: you may be having trouble enjoying your “me time” because you are working too hard at relaxing! Humans are...
Whiplash – what is it & how do you get it?
Whiplash, also called hyperextension injury or neck strain/sprain is caused by an abrupt jerking motion of the head. The momentum from this...
Massage is a Runner’s Best Friend
Massage therapy can benefit most individuals, whether they are active or sedentary. Yet, runners benefit greatly from massage therapy and...
Gardening Can Be a Pain in the A%$…Literally
As the weather gets warmer, people are breaking out the gardening gloves and tools. While gardening can be a deeply therapeutic activity, it also...
Massage & Headaches
Headaches can affect anyone, regardless of age or background. They are one of the most common medical complaints worldwide. Headaches can be the...
What Exactly are Knots?
One of the most common complaints I hear about as a massage therapist is muscle knots. What exactly are these knots…and what are they …well…not. To...
The Healing Power of Touch
Touch is the first sense to develop in humans. So, it is no surprise that when we are in pain, the first thing we do is touch, hold, and protect the...