How Stress Shows Up in the Body
You haven't been in a car accident. You haven't pulled anything at the gym. So why does your jaw ache by the end of the day, or your shoulders feel like they're up around your ears before you've even left for work?
Meylin M. LMT, MLD-C
Meylin M., LMT, MLD-C, is the founder of Muse Bodywork in Mount Laurel, NJ. She specializes in therapeutic massage and post-operative bodywork, creating personalized sessions tailored to each client's goals.
What to Know About Prenatal Massage Before Booking
Pregnancy comes with a long list of things to research, and whether massage makes sense for your situation is a common one. That's worth talking through with your OB or midwife, who knows your specific pregnancy. What follows is what to know about how prenatal massage works here,
You've Been Stretching Your Hips. So Why Are They Still Tight?
Everyone online seems convinced tight hips are the root of every problem, so you've stretched. Before your workout, after your workout, maybe a few extra hip-opening stretches before bed for good measure. And yet, somehow, your hips still feel tight. It's a common frustration for
What to Expect During Your First Therapeutic Massage
Booking your first therapeutic massage can feel a little uncertain. What should you wear? Will the pressure be uncomfortable? What if you don't know exactly how to explain what's bothering you? If you've never booked before, those questions are completely normal. Here's
What Happens in a Post-Op Massage Session?
If you've never had a post-op massage before, you might be wondering what actually happens during a session. Do you keep your compression garment on? Will it feel like a regular massage? How much pressure is used? The short answer: a post-op session is a completely
Is Your Lower Back Discomfort Coming From Somewhere Else?
You finally feel better. A few good days go by. Then you bend down to grab something, or sit through a long meeting, and there it is again. Same spot, same tightness, like it never really left. This article is about the kind of lower back tightness that develops gradually,
When Can You Start Post-Op Massage After Surgery?
If you've recently had a procedure like liposuction, a BBL, or a tummy tuck, you've probably already heard that post-op bodywork can support your recovery. What's less clear to most people is when to actually start. The honest answer is: it depends, but
Therapeutic Massage vs. Relaxation Massage: Which Do You Actually Need?
When people book a massage, one of the most common questions is some version of: "Should I get deep tissue or a regular massage?" It's a fair question. It's also based on a misunderstanding that trips up almost everyone. Deep tissue isn't
Neck and Shoulder Pain: Why It Keeps Coming Back
You've stretched. You've adjusted your desk setup. Maybe you've even had a massage that felt great for a day or two. And yet every afternoon, your shoulders creep back toward your ears and your neck starts feeling heavy again; or worse, you feel that