Myofascial Release

Myofascial release is a great alternative treatment that is available for patients, It helps to increase mobility and is 100% safe and effective.  A patient receives the myofascial release during their massage.  Unlike a regular massage the myofascial release massage actually breaks up those areas where the tension lies.  The massage therapist uses massage techniques [...]

Home Massage

Benefits of Home Massage
An at home massage is a great alternative for someone who cannot make it in to the massage therapy clinic.  Patients are able to get total convenience and schedule a massage in the comfort of their home.  It is becoming very popular for those who have busy schedules or debilitating issues that [...]

Becoming a Massage Therapist at the Soma Institute

Why Massage Therapy?
Massage therapy is an effective healthcare module that treats problem areas through muscle manipulation.  More people are using massage therapy as a resource for relieving back pain, tension headaches, stiffness, and fatigue, making it a promising career field for future massage therapists.  In the past, massage therapy was viewed as an alternative to [...]

Back Therapy

There are many different treatments available when it comes to back therapy.  It’s important that a patient always thoroughly research all of their options before committing to a doctor or product.  If you are in severe back pain you should always consult with your doctor, as they will offer the tailored treatment plan you need.  [...]

Back Ache

Back aches can be very painful and unbearable.  Often back aches are minor but in some cases they can be a result of a major injury or disease.   Back aches are very common in women and men.  Back aches are also frequently seen in teenagers that partake in sports or strenuous activities.  Back pain can [...]

Swedish and Thai Massages

About Swedish Massages

Swedish Massage

The Swedish massage, also known as massage therapy,is the most common type of massage in the United States.  Massage therapists will use oil or lotion and apply it to the necessary areas of the client’s body.  They will then knead the client’s back and use circular motions on the muscles to relieve tension and soreness.  It [...]

About Thai Massage

Thai massages are more energizing and thorough than any other types of classic massages.  Therapists will use his or her hands, knees, feet, and legs to perform yoga-like movements on their clients.  Since Thai massage is similar to yoga movements, it is also referred to as Thai Yoga Massage.  Clients will experience muscle compressions and [...]

About Shiatsu Massage

Shiatsu, translated to finger pressure, began as a Japanese healing technique years ago.  Unlike many other massages, the key to shiatsu is pressure and stretching.  The practitioner uses different parts of the body such as palms, fingers, thumbs, knuckles, and elbows to work different pressure points in the body.  Many practitioners will also use their knees [...]

Massage Therapist Degree

A massage therapist has the potential to become a successful and respected partner in the healthcare community. Depending on their motivation and the direction in which they would like to take their practice, a therapist has the opportunity to participate as a team member in the treatment and care of people with myriad health problems. [...]

What are Massags?

According to Wikipedia, “massage therapy is the practice of soft tissue manipulation with physical, functional, and in some cases psychological purposes and goals.”  Massage therapy is applied using the hands, elbows, feet, or the use of instruments to provide a therapeutic effect on the body.  Massags are done utilizing different techniques such as effleurage, pettrissage, kneading, [...]