Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome A quick introduction on the Patella Commonly called the “knee cap” its function is to create a more efficient pully system when straightening your lower leg; this is known as knee extension. An example of knee extension is the forward movement of your lower leg when kicking a soccer ball. The patella tracks in […] Read more
Are you getting tension headaches? Migraines. Headaches. Stress. Headaches are tricky to figure out because there are different kinds of headaches and multiple variables involved. Nutrition, posture, and hormones can all play a roll for example. Today I’m going to focus on one particular type of headache- tension headache. The most common reason for these headaches are from tight muscles and […] Read more
The Art of Foam Rolling Take home advice is something that I love to give my clients to help ensure they are caring for their bodies and muscles the best they can. One of the most common pieces of advice I often find myself giving is to practice self-myofascial release at home to assist in recovery and restoration of healthy […] Read more
Shin pain? It could be shin splints. If you have pain along the inside of your shin, you might have been told that you have shin splints. Shin Splints has been renamed to Medial Tibial Stress syndrome, as it considered more medically accurate. Medial Tibial Stress syndrome is caused when muscles in the calves pull on the Tibial bone where they attach […] Read more
Three exercises that will solve lower back pain It’s time to put away the Panadol and grab your exercise mat! There are 3 basic movements that you can do at home that will set you up for a pain free lifestyle. “What are the best exercises to perform to prevent low back pain?” This is a question we hear a lot in […] Read more
Everyday activities that might be causing your neck pain Being a massage therapist is more than just treating the issue at hand. You may think we are just being chatty if we ask you a few questions, but really we are trying to understand the bigger picture of your lifestyle and what can be causing your pain or tension. Here are a few everyday […] Read more
