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The Commonly Overlooked Cause of Lower Back Pain
The Gluteus Medius Almost every day I have a client say, "ow! I didn't know I was sore there". They say this about the commonly overlooked cause of lower back pain--the gluteus medius. The gluteus medius' job is to stabilize the pelvis, abduct (away from the body) the thigh, and to prevent the hip from dropping down. Pain mostly stays local to the muscle, but will also go into
Top Massage Benefits
Why Massage Is So Good For You An Infographic I recently stumbled across this really cool infographic from Fix.com. It explains really well the benefits of massage and which massage would be best for you! Take a look! Did you know that more people receive massages for medical reasons than for any other reason!? That's why we specialize in pain relief at Body Ache Escape! What are the top
Do You Have a Pain in Your Butt? and I’m not talking about your husband
Gluteus Maximus Do You Have a Pain in Your Butt? The gluteus maximus is the largest and most superficial muscle of the sitting muscles. When you have trigger points in this muscle it can cause pain in your butt when sitting, swimming or walking uphill. Causes of trigger points in the gluteus maximus: A fall or near fall A direct blow Prolonged uphill walking Bad sleeping positions Sitting too long
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome
Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (CFS) is about way more than being tired all the time. Those with CFS have extreme fatigue that is not relieved by sleep, have an impaired short term memory, muscle pain, weakness, joint pain, headache, neck pain and a plethora of symptoms. A doctor will diagnose someone with CFS if they have at least 6 of the above key indicators. It is rumored that only 20% of
Neuropathy- Why Do My Feet Hurt
Why Do My Feet Hurt? Neuropathy Neuropathy is a condition where the feet hurt due to nerve damage. There are several causes of neuropathy but the two most common are diabetes and chemotherapy. For nerves to function properly they must continuously receive oxygen and nutrients. Blood glucose spikes in diabetes and chemotherapy agents both reduce the ability for nerves to use oxygen. Some of the signs of neuropathy are
This Gets Confused for Sciatica All The Time
The Piriformis Sciatica Pain I had a client once who had pain in her lower back so bad that she couldn't stand up straight walking into the office. She had pain running down the back of her leg and even into her foot. As I massaged her I noticed that the majority of her pain was coming from her hip! I carefully did trigger point work on her piriformis
5 Easy Ways to Protect Your Immunity This Winter
5 Easy Ways to Protect Your Immunity This Winter This year—perhaps more than ever before—immunity is top of mind for the vast majority of people, especially heading into cold and flu season. You probably already know the obvious ways to protect yourself from getting sick (ahem: washing your hands, minimizing stress, getting enough sleep…), but fending off sneezing, coughing, and sore throats also starts with a well-balanced, nutritious diet. Eating
Reduce Inflammation, Lower Stress
Reduce Inflammation,Lower Stress Stress reduction plays a significant role in quelling inflammation, which is why it is essential that everyone develops tools to help manage stress. Studies have shown how mindfulness techniques may be more effective in relieving inflammatory symptoms than other activities that promote well-being. They have been shown to reduce the expression of genes involved in the inflammatory process. No doubt, the mind-body connection is very important
Feeling Anxious? Yoga Can Help Soothe You
Feeling Anxious? Yoga Can Help Soothe You The study compared yoga, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and stress management for treating people with generalized anxiety disorder. While cognitive behavioral therapy remains the preferred first-line treatment for anxiety, yoga -- specifically Kundalini yoga -- outperformed stress management education during the initial 12 weeks of the study. "Generalized anxiety disorder is a chronic, impairing condition that's undertreated. Many people don't seek or can't
Massage Etiquette: Should you talk during your massage?
FAQ #5- Relax or Talk During A Massage? When you go in for a massage session, should you talk to your massage therapist? Some people feel like it's more relaxing to chat during the massage treatment, while others find that it disrupts their massage experience. Ultimately, it's up to you, the client - but here are some things to keep in mind for a therapeutic massage.
