Contrary to popular opinion, the bulk of scientific evidence does not support the premise that stretching before exercising will help prevent injury. Most in...

The iliotibial (IT) band is a strong, thick band of fibrous tissue that starts at the hip and runs along the outer thigh, attaching on the outside edge of th...

There are many things that can contribute to tightness and soreness in the gluteal complex and piriformis muscle. Running, cycling, doing squats at the gym e...

Here are some of the many evidence-based ways that massage can be of help to you. Massage stimulates the release of hormones (endorphins and enkephalins) tha...

Are you a mountain biker, triathlete, trail runner or CrossFitter? Are you wondering what a sports massage can do for your body? Well, it can help you by bre...

Sometimes our daily routines don’t allow us enough time to truly be at peace with ourselves or the world around us. It is very easy to forget to take time fo...

The body’s muscles benefit from massage therapy by relieving muscular tension, relaxing muscles and reducing muscle soreness and fatigue. Massage Therapy rel...

Promoting lymph circulation around the body is one of the main benefits of massage therapy. Lymph fluid circulation is affected by the pressure from muscle c...

Massage therapy has a positive effect on both the nervous and the endocrine systems. It reduces stress, lessens anxiety and promotes mental and physical rela...

Massage and the Cardiovascular System Massage therapy helps the cardiovascular system by dilating blood vessels, improving blood circulation and decreasing b...

Positive Effects of Massage on Connective Tissues and Bones Massage therapy has a positive effect on the body’s connective tissues and bones. It reduces kelo...

Does your working week consist of sitting at a desk, answering a phone and staring at a computer screen? When you get out of your chair at the end of a day, ...

Chronic lower-limb muscle fatigue has long-term consequences. As we all know desk jobs aren't good for your posture or your health but working on your feet c...

Sometimes, athletes don’t perform as well as they might because of a recurring injury. Sometimes there is no time for a period of extended rest or proper reh...

What better way to spend a sunny afternoon in Rotorua than having High Tea and getting a Mini-Massage at a luxury hotel? That's exactly what these lovely lad...