Covid Holiday Stress and How to Cope

Covid Holiday Stress and How to Cope

Covid Holiday Stress and How to Cope As was addressed in the articles Giving Wellness This Thanksgiving, and Gift A Massage for the Happy Holiday, holiday stress is real.  For some, they’re more stressful than they are enjoyable.  And for 2020 especially, this holiday...
What is Runner’s Knee?

What is Runner’s Knee?

What is Runner’s Knee? The term runner’s knee might sound as straightforward as it gets.  Clearly, you’re probably thinking, it must be an unfortunate condition that plagues the knees of people who run too much.  But really, that’s a semi inaccurate definition...
What is Fascia?

What is Fascia?

What is Fascia? Have you ever heard your massage therapist or even chiropractor use the word “myofascial?” Or simply “fascia?” If you wondered what they were talking about, here is a brief explanation of this incredible tissue. Myo is the Greek...
IT Band Syndrome

IT Band Syndrome

IT Band Syndrome Everyone has a tight IT band.  The IT band, or iliotibial tract, functions like a tough tendon and not so much like a muscle.  And they’re tight for a reason, as their job is to attach muscle to bone.  They have to be tough to do that effectively! But...
Do Epsom Salts Work?

Do Epsom Salts Work?

Do Epsom Salts Work? What’s up with epsom salts?  Some people swear by their benefits while others are skeptical.  Floating in a fizzy bath sounds pretty relaxing, but does the fizziness really have an impact on the relaxing aspects of baths?  They’re already...