The Blog

If you’ve ever walked out of a massage feeling like you could curl up for a nap, you’re definitely not alone. One of the most common things clients tell me after their session is, “I haven’t felt this relaxed in weeks.” That feeling is not just in your head. Massage can be a wonderful way […]

Living in Manhattan Beach usually feels like winning the geographical lottery. We have the strand, the surf, and that crisp South Bay air. But for some of us, springtime or a shift in the winds brings a less glamorous guest: seasonal allergies. If you are currently trading your surfboard for a box of tissues and […]

Massage should be a year round thing, but if you haven’t been able to make time for it, then Spring is the perfect time to start. Spring is the season of rejuvenation and renewal, a time of awakening after the long winter months. With blooming flowers and warmer weather, it’s the perfect time to indulge […]

Have you ever noticed a pain in your neck after looking down at your phone or computer for too long? You may have tech neck. Don’t worry, you’re not alone. With more and more of us using technology every day, tech neck is becoming increasingly common. But what exactly is it? Symptoms of Tech Neck Tech […]

As the holiday season has come to an end, you may be feeling overwhelmed and exhausted from all the festivities. Whether you hosted a large gathering, shopped for presents last minute or stayed up late wrapping gifts, it is completely normal to feel a bit of stress in the days after Christmas. Here are some […]

Summer is here! The South Bay’s hottest months are upon us, along with all the summer festivities we have come to know and love. Between the 4th of July, pool parties, barbecues, concerts, and other events, we often find ourselves spending our time both indoors and outdoors during these warm months. It can be all too […]

In addition to massage, there are other ways for us to relax and release tension.   Massage is generally considered part of integrative medicine. It’s increasingly being offered along with standard treatment for a wide range of medical conditions and situations because it offers plenty of benefits. Any type of massage or soft tissue release helps […]

Ways to Improve Your Gut Bacteria There are around 40 trillion bacteria in your body, most of which are found in your gut. The food you eat directly affects the type of bacteria found in your digestive tract. In fact, more than 70% of your immune system resides in your gut. The makeup of bacteria […]

Fibromyalgia is a condition that causes widespread pain around the body. It is characterized by extensive musculoskeletal pain accompanied by fatigue, sleep, memory and mood issues. The pain is believed to stem from a problem in the way the nervous system processes pain signals. Symptoms often present themselves after an event like physical trauma, surgery, […]

The holidays are just around the corner and although they can be a joy-filled season, they can also be stressful and challenging. A NAMI study showed that 64% of people with mental illness report holidays make their conditions worse. The holiday season is not always the most wonderful time of the year for some. For those […]