A proper hot stone session is a great way to relax and relieve tension.  Truly.  It is therapeutic and feels amazing. A combination of massage, moisture and heat from the stones is delightful. The heat from the stones relaxes the tension in the muscles while warming the skin which allows for the absorption of moisture… The post Here Is Why Hot Stone Is Great And You Should Get One appeared first on Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork ..read more

Achilles Tendinopathy is pretty common.  Some might say it’s closely related to Plantar Fasciitis.  So this protocol can be used to treat both of these diagnoses.  I would highly suggest giving this study, Using Pressure Massage for Achilles Tendinopathy, a read if you are suffering from either one.  It has proven to be effective with clients that… The post Try this for Achilles Tendinopathy and-or Plantar Fasciitis appeared first on Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork ..read more

It’s important to stay on top of your massage care even if you feel good.  Really take a minute to hear me out.  Most people tend to get massages when they feel bad, are in pain.  I get that.  Once they start to feel better they flat out stop getting massages.  I get that too.… The post Stay on top of your massage care appeared first on Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork ..read more

Massaging the glutes/butt has many benefits.  It is not uncommon to have them massaged in a professional setting like in a massage or physical therapy office.  Massaging the butt can help treat low back issues, sciatica, hip pain, lack of range of motion, pains associated with shortened muscles and postural issues.  Massaging the muscle eases… The post Benefits of massaging the glutes/butt appeared first on Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork ..read more

I know it can be challenging to get an appointment with me Felicia at Hayes Bodywork which is why I’m making this announcement.  I would love to work with you in the future but in the meantime maybe one of these ladies can help you achieve your goals.  Possibly, they can see you much faster… The post 3 Massage therapists joined my office suite appeared first on Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork ..read more

Lately, I’ve been working on people who for a number of reasons can’t lay face down.  However, they want a full body massage or they want some area on their backside (back, hamstrings, gluteus) addressed.  The solution is to do a side-lying massage.  Side-lying massage is commonly associated with pregnancy massage but in reality anyone… The post 4 Reasons To Try Side-Lying Massage appeared first on Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork ..read more

Maybe you can’t get a massage as regularly as you like due to time, no good massage therapists in your area, it’s too expensive and so on. The idea is to begin taking the steps to taking care of yourself with maintenance between sessions. Here are 5 things you can do for maintenance #1 Physical… The post Top 5 things you can do for maintenance between massage sessions appeared first on Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork ..read more

So, this is a question I get all the time. As a massage therapist, I don’t think of backs or any part of the body as being bad.  It’s just not a very effective way for me to approach a session. When I’m asked this question, it’s often an indication that the client is experiencing… The post How bad is my back? appeared first on Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork ..read more

The cost of the massage is relative. If you find a massage therapist that makes you feel better then a massage at almost any cost is worth it. If you get a massage that doesn’t meet your needs then it was expensive and not worth your time or money. So, the expense of a massage… The post Why are massages so expensive? appeared first on Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork ..read more

How often should I get a massage?  This is a question I often get. It’s not a cookie cutter answer. There isn’t a magic number that’s going to solve your problems. Really the frequency depends on the individual person. I know that’s not what you want to hear. Right? But in this article I’m going… The post How often should I get a massage? appeared first on Hayes Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork ..read more