Why I am No Longer Using the Term “Trigger Point”

by Marlene Mayman | Jul 1, 2015

BLOG: Why I am No Longer Using the Term "Trigger Point" Schedule Online Now!Instant Gift Certificates What is Trigger Point Therapy? Myofascial trigger points have been described as bands of taut, sensitive fascia (connective tissue that wraps and interlaces...

Massage Speeds Healing for Osgood-Schlatter’s Disease

by Marlene Mayman | Jun 12, 2014

BLOG: Massage Speeds Healing for Osgood-Schlatter's Disease Schedule Online Now!Instant Gift Certificates Note: I now offer specific treatment for Osgood-Schlatter’s Disease. What is Osgood-Schlatter’s Disease? Osgood-Schlatter’s disease is the most...

Fibromyalgia and 5 Weeks of Massage

by Marlene Mayman | Mar 17, 2014

BLOG: Fibromyalgia and 5 Weeks of Massage Schedule Online Now!Instant Gift Certificates A recent review of randomized controlled studies has shown that massage is an effective treatment for fibromyalgia sufferers if treatments are frequent (once a week) and consistent...

Pain Reactions to Exercise Differs Among Conditions

by Marlene Mayman | Mar 3, 2014

BLOG: Pain Reactions to Exercise Differs Among Conditions Schedule Online Now!Instant Gift Certificates Exercise affects pain perception differently, depending on the type of pain. (Yes, I’m geeking out on pain research today!) According to the Pain Physician...