Tag: Myofascial Release

Myofascial release is a form of manual therapy that aims to alleviate pain and tension in the body’s myofascial tissues, which are the muscles and the surrounding fascia (connective tissue). The therapy involves applying gentle sustained pressure or stretching to specific areas of the body to release tension, improve range of motion, and reduce pain. Myofascial release techniques may be performed by a trained practitioner, such as a physical therapist or massage therapist.

Unlocking Your Full Athletic Potential

Sports Recovery, Integrated Massage, and Lymphatic Drainage Sports recoveries are techniques and therapies specifically designed to aid in recovering and rehabilitating athletes from intense training sessions, competitions, or sports-related injuries. Integrated Massage (also referred to as sports massage) is designed to address those needs by: Of those three, aiding in removing metabolic waste products is […]

Red Light Therapy

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In today’s fast-paced world, our demanding lifestyles often push us to perform at our absolute best, even when our bodies haven’t had ample time to recover from previous exertions. Many individuals are embracing cutting-edge biohacking techniques in the quest for enhanced performance and overall well-being. A commonly used technique is red-light therapy emerging as a […]

Active Recovery Movements

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Active Recovery Movements Admittedly, I sometimes get overly excited about the latest recovery technology or the supposed “best” exercise. But I do specialize in body recovery and injury prevention, so give me some leniency. Regardless of the specific device being used, the ultimate goal of recovery is always the same: to reduce the amount of […]

Benefits of Assisted Stretching

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Assisted Stretching Therapivity’s licensed professionals can assist you in achieving a deeper stretch than you might be able to do on your own. Our stretching sequences aim to enhance blood flow and oxygen delivery to your muscles, thereby reducing stiffness and soreness. Furthermore, the stretching routines are intended to elongate and loosen your muscles, thereby […]

Why Aren’t You Cupping?

Why Aren’t You Cupping? As Tobias Harris stepped to the free-throw line, I immediately noticed a red symmetrical circle on this right arm. It’s the same mark that we saw on Michael Phelps during the 2016 Olympic games. The mark is the result of cupping therapy, an ancient technique that is used to aid in […]