Sitting at a desk all day takes a toll on our bodies. Poor posture, increasingly weak muscles, and muscle strain create a perfect environment for pain and discomfort.

If you’ve been in for a massage at Resonance, you’ve likely had a soothing and relaxing scalp massage. It is included in many of our standard massage sessions not only because it feels wonderful, but also because scalp massage has benefits beyond relaxation.

Though more research is needed, aromatherapy and essential oils may be beneficial, whether used alone or in combination with massage.

Self-care as a whole should provide more than just a break from routine and relaxation. It should also seek to improve your wellness throughout the day and be part of your normal routine.

Rotator cuff problems are fairly common, whether through overuse due to swimming, tennis, or manual labor or because of an injury from an accident or fall.

Whether dealing with sore or tight muscles or general stress and anxiety, massage has become a reliable source of pain relief and stress reduction for many people.

Whether you view scars as a badge of honor or wish they could disappear completely, there are medical reasons to consider addressing the scar tissue that accompanies the scars.

It’s pretty common for people to approach these care providers individually, but there’s also benefit in collaborating with individual practitioners as part of an overall treatment plan.

Often, chronic conditions are silent or invisible diseases. Those who live with chronic conditions are constantly aware of them but may appear healthy to the outside world.

While clients often come in requesting a certain type of massage or have a specific spot they would like to focus on, knowing what the client doesn’t want is just as important.