by ckatner | Oct 1, 2019 | Uncategorized
Sports massage is quickly becoming one of the most sought after modalities of massage, especially in cities around the world like Portland that are filled with active adults and athletes. What are the most common sports injuries?* Hip Flexor Strain– The group...
by ckatner | Sep 25, 2019 | Uncategorized
Whiplash is, essentially, exactly how it sounds. The abrupt and often times, unexpected whipping forward of the head and neck. The momentum of the head whipping forward in such a manner causes micro-tears in the neck and can cause strains and sprains in the muscles of...
by ckatner | Sep 19, 2019 | Uncategorized
We all know the feeling; sensitivity to light and sound, the inability to concentrate, the pain and discomfort that pulls from between the shoulder blades, up the back of the neck, all the way to the temples and right behind the eyes. That feeling like someone is...
by ckatner | Sep 6, 2019 | Uncategorized
Thera Cane is a great tool to get short term, fast relief until you can get a full body massage. The design of the Thera Cane allows for easy access to hard to reach spots and assists in applying deep pressure to areas of tightness helping to break up tension and...
by ckatner | Jun 13, 2019 | Uncategorized
A 2015 study by researchers from Ohio State University and the University of Pittsburgh found that massage done soon after exercise “increases the percentage of regenerating muscle fibers”. This means your massage is doing even more than healing your sore, tight...
by ckatner | May 25, 2019 | Uncategorized
When people think about manual lymphatic drainage massage they think it’s only for individuals who have lymph problems. Lymphatic drainage has recently become a very useful tool in helping people recover from any type of inflammation. For example, when treating...
by ckatner | May 19, 2019 | Uncategorized
East Bridge Massage recently gave back to our community once more with a donation to the Sexual and Gender Minority Youth Resource Center. This center in SW Portland serves as a safe and supervised environment for youth to be exposed to arts, music, support groups and...
by ckatner | May 17, 2019 | Uncategorized
Stress and anxiety are ever the more prevalent in the workplace and society. Many people seek and find relief through massage and bodywork. Read below to learn the ways massage can help you overcome anxiety. Emotional and physical memories are stored in our muscles....
by ckatner | May 3, 2019 | Uncategorized
At East Bridge Massage, the deep tissue modality is our specialty. Deep tissue massage involves applying a firmer pressure and slow strokes and in turn, reaches deeper layers of muscle and fascia (the connective tissue surrounding muscles). It’s used for...
by ckatner | Feb 20, 2019 | Uncategorized
CarePartner Connections is an OHSU-affiliated group that offers practical advice and valuable information for those that are providing care for a loved one. Every year, East Bridge Massage has contributed to this network which specializes in caring for those who care....
