by Michelle Hebert | Aug 12, 2019 | Conditions treated
Oh, the hammies. Such a fascinating collection of muscles. The hamstring muscle group refers to the three muscles on the back of the thigh- biceps femoris, semitendinosus, and semimembranosus. All three extend the hip, tilt the pelvis, and flex the knee. Also, they...
by Michelle Hebert | Jul 26, 2019 | My Practice
Before your first massage, I’m going to ask health questions to learn about your medical history. I have an intake form that will ask about what medications and medical conditions you have, and a whole host of questions about your health history. So why is this? Am I...
by Michelle Hebert | Jul 16, 2019 | Healthy Living
EveryBody Deserves a Massage Week (July 14-20, 2019) was started by one of our professional massage associations, Associated Bodywork & Massage Professionals. The purpose of this week is to promote the benefits of massage and bodywork. Many massage therapists...
by Michelle Hebert | Jun 5, 2019 | Healthy Living
Maybe you’ve just come back from a vacation where you had your fair share of wine and delicious food. Should you detox with a juice cleanse? Or perhaps a massage will flush these toxins from your body? Many health-minded people are seeking new ways to benefit their...
by Michelle Hebert | May 22, 2019 | My Practice
Just like with all other medical practitioners, you have rights when it comes to a massage therapy session. Some people may think massage just involves lying down on a table for an hour while a massage therapist does her thing. Well, there is more to it than that and...
by Michelle Hebert | Apr 21, 2019 | Conditions treated
You’re a true athlete. You’re used to working hard, exhausting your body, and developing your mental stamina— as well as your physical stamina— year-round. Even in the off-season, you don’t quit. You’re used to spending your downtime preparing for the next season, and...
by Michelle Hebert | Apr 7, 2019 | My Practice
Have you ever wondered what is required to be a licensed massage therapist in Oregon? Ever wonder what the “licensed” part means? Finding the perfect massage therapist is heaven, but choosing one who is licensed is so much more important. Massage therapy is not...
by Michelle Hebert | Mar 4, 2019 | Conditions treated, Healthy Living
Ouch! What did I do to my knee? If you’re experiencing knee pain, you’re not alone. Most Americans will have knee pain sometime in their life, whether from an accident, overuse, or general wear and tear as they age. Besides being uncomfortable, it’s often debilitating...
by Michelle Hebert | Jan 31, 2019 | Conditions treated
Foot pain? It must be plantar fasciitis! Right? Let’s start with the basics. Plantar means the sole of your foot. Fasciitis is inflammation of fascia. Plantar fascia is the fascia on the bottom of your foot. Fascia is connective tissue. The fascia on the bottom of the...
by Michelle Hebert | Jan 19, 2019 | Healthy Living
Yes, please. Cancel if you are sick. Great! We’re done here. Nah, we’ve got a bunch more to cover. There are lots of variables to being sick. What does that even mean and why does it matter? Let’s dig in. What is ‘sick’? For determining your ability to receive...
