Ancient Remedies Thai Massage

09/08/2025

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✨ Anatomy Focus: Levator Scapulae ✨

From the back view of the body, the cervical spine (neck vertebrae) and upper thoracic spine connect with the shoulder blades (scapulae)—like wings on the back.

🔹 Levator Scapulae Muscle (highlighted)
• Origin: Cervical vertebrae C1–C4
• Insertion: Upper corner of the scapula
• Function:
• Lifts the shoulder blade (like shrugging the shoulders)
• Helps rotate the scapula inward
• Assists in tilting and rotating the neck

🔹 Why it matters
Poor posture—such as long hours at the computer—often causes this muscle to tighten. This can lead to:
• Neck pain
• Tension that radiates up to the head or down to the shoulders

🔹 Massage & Stretching Benefits
• Deep tissue or trigger point massage helps release tension
• Gentle stretching: Tilt your head to the opposite side while pressing the shoulder downward

💆‍♀️ At Ancient Remedies Thai Massage, we combine traditional Thai techniques with modern knowledge of anatomy to help relieve pain, improve posture, and restore balance.

📍 557 Seymour St, Kamloops, BC
📞 778-538-4269

👉 Book your session today and feel the relief in your neck and shoulders!

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08/27/2025

✅ Be Careful When Bending with a Herniated Disc

For people with a herniated disc (slipped disc / pinched nerve), bending forward (especially with a rounded back) can make symptoms worse.
Why? Because it increases the pressure on the disc → causing it to bulge further and press harder on the nerve.

📍 Possible effects:
• Back pain shooting down the leg
• Numbness or tingling in the legs
• Flare-ups when bending incorrectly or too often

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💡 Safer habits

1️⃣ Avoid bending forward directly (e.g., picking things up, washing your face).
2️⃣ Use the “bend knees – keep back straight” method instead.
3️⃣ Use a chair or table for support (e.g., sit down when putting on shoes).
4️⃣ Strengthen your core muscles to support your spine.
5️⃣ If you must bend → do it slowly, avoid twisting your waist at the same time.

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✨ In summary
• Avoid direct forward bending.
• Use your legs, not your back.
• Strengthen your core to protect your spine.

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📌 Ancient Remedies Thai Massage
📍 667 Seymour Street, Kamloops
📞 778-538-4269

Take care of your back — let us help you relax and recover 🙏💆

08/24/2025

🌿 Why Scar Tissue Causes Back Pain 🌿

Scar tissue can silently affect your back and daily life:
1️⃣ Muscle restriction – tight, stiff back that never fully relaxes
2️⃣ Nerve adhesion – shooting pain, tingling, or numbness down the hip and leg
3️⃣ Limited mobility – bending, twisting, or reaching becomes harder
4️⃣ Poor circulation – muscles tire easily and recover slowly

✨ How to Relieve & Restore ✨
✅ Physiotherapy & Manual Therapy
• Targeted scar tissue release massage
• Ultrasound therapy to soften adhesions
• Dry needling (by trained professionals) to improve circulation

✅ Exercise & Stretching
• Daily stretching for back & hips (10–15 minutes)
• Core strengthening to support your spine and prevent recurrence

🌸 At Ancient Remedies Thai Massage, we combine traditional Thai techniques with modern therapeutic knowledge to help your body heal naturally.

📍 667 Seymour Street, Kamloops
📞 778-538-4279

💆‍♀️ Book your session today and experience the relief you deserve!

08/19/2025

✨ Why Do Your Hands Go Numb When Sleeping With Arms Overhead? ✨

Sleeping with your arms raised above your head for too long may cause:
⚡ Numbness or tingling in the hands
⚡ Arm pain or heaviness
⚡ Pins and needles sensation

🔎 Common Causes
1️⃣ Nerve compression in the shoulder or neck
2️⃣ Reduced blood circulation when arms are elevated
3️⃣ Tight neck, shoulder, and chest muscles pulling on nerves
4️⃣ Muscle tension from poor posture

⚠️ When to Seek Medical Advice
• Frequent numbness even after changing position
• Burning or radiating pain down the arm
• Arm weakness or difficulty gripping objects

💡 Prevention Tips
✔ Sleep with arms beside your body or hug a pillow
✔ Stretch and relax neck–shoulder muscles
✔ Use a supportive pillow for your neck
✔ Avoid keeping arms overhead for long periods

🌿 At Ancient Remedies Thai Massage we specialize in traditional Thai massage techniques that improve circulation, release muscle tension, and help relieve nerve compression. A natural way to restore balance and comfort to your body.

📍 Visit us: 667 Seymour Street, Kamloops
📞 Call: 778-538-4269

✨ Book your session today and give your body the care it deserves! ✨

08/17/2025

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🚘 Back & Hip Pain from Long Drives?
Hours behind the wheel can leave your lower back & hips sore, stiff, and tired.

✨ At Ancient Remedies Thai Massage, we help release deep tension, improve circulation, and restore comfort after long trips.

Take a break — your body deserves it 💆‍♀️💆‍♂️






📍 667 Seymour Street, Kamloops
📞 778-538-4269

08/17/2025

🚗 Long Hours of Driving Can Cause Back & Hip Pain

Sitting behind the wheel for hours can put stress on your lower back, hips, and spine. Here’s why:

🔹 Main Causes
1. Muscle pressure & poor circulation – Body weight pressing on your lower back and hips reduces blood flow.
2. Repetitive posture – Holding the wheel and pressing pedals keeps your muscles tense.
3. Incorrect sitting posture – Slouching or leaning too much increases disc pressure.
4. Road vibration & bumps – Long drives add repeated shocks to your spine and hips.

🔹 Common Effects
• Lower back pain
• Hip pain or radiating pain down the legs (sciatica-like symptoms)
• Stiff and fatigued muscles
• Higher risk of disc degeneration over time

🔹 Simple Relief Tips
• Adjust your seat so your back rests fully against the seat
• Use a lumbar/back support pillow
• Stop every 1–2 hours to stretch and move around
• Do light stretches for your hips and back

✨ At Ancient Remedies Thai Massage, we specialize in techniques that release deep tension, improve circulation, and bring balance back to your body after long drives.

📍 667 Seymour Street, Kamloops
📞 778-538-4269

08/16/2025

🌿 Elbow Stiffness from Scar Tissue – Don’t Ignore the Signs! 🌿

When scar tissue (adhesions) forms around the elbow joint capsule, it can restrict movement. This often makes it hard to fully bend or straighten the arm, and pain or tightness usually comes along with it.

Common Causes:
1️⃣ Injury or fracture near the elbow (e.g., distal humerus fracture)
2️⃣ After elbow surgery, due to excess scar tissue formation
3️⃣ Chronic elbow inflammation (osteoarthritis, rheumatoid arthritis)
4️⃣ Prolonged immobilization with a cast or brace

Typical Symptoms:
💥 Unable to fully bend or straighten the elbow
💥 Tightness, pain, or catching sensation when moving
💥 Hard swelling around the joint in some cases
💥 Severe stiffness interfering with daily life — dressing, washing hair, lifting objects

✨ At Ancient Remedies Thai Massage, we use traditional Thai techniques to help reduce muscle stiffness, improve joint mobility, and support natural recovery alongside medical care.

📍 Visit us at: 667 Seymour Street, Kamloops
📞 Call: 779-638-4269

08/16/2025

🌿 Is Your Hip Pain Radiating Down the Leg? Could It Be Sciatica? 🌿

💥 Pain starting from the hip, traveling down the leg — sometimes reaching the calf or foot
💥 Sharp, burning, or tingling sensations
💥 Usually one-sided, worsens when sitting long, coughing, sneezing, or lifting heavy objects

Common Causes:
1️⃣ Herniated disc pressing on nerves
2️⃣ Spinal degeneration or bone spurs
3️⃣ Tight or inflamed hip muscles (Piriformis Syndrome)
4️⃣ Injury or accident
5️⃣ Other conditions such as tumors or infections

🚨 Warning Signs – Seek Medical Help Immediately:
⚠ Severe leg weakness, difficulty walking
⚠ Loss of bladder or bowel control
⚠ Pain worsening over time
⚠ Fever or unexplained weight loss

📌 Don’t ignore hip or leg pain — it could be a warning sign from your spine or nerves!

✨ At Ancient Remedies Thai Massage we provide traditional Thai techniques to help relieve muscle tension, improve circulation, and support your body’s natural healing.

📍 Visit us at: 667 Seymour Street, Kamloops
📞 Call: 779-638-4269

08/08/2025

✅ Correct Side-Sleeping Position to Relieve Back Pain from Herniated Disc / Pinched Nerve

If you suffer from a herniated disc or sciatic nerve pain, sleeping in the right position can make a big difference.

How to Sleep on Your Side Properly:
1. Lie on your side (left or right — avoid the side with more pain).
2. Bend both knees slightly — not too much, not completely straight.
3. Place a pillow between your knees to:
• Reduce pressure on your hips
• Keep your spine aligned
4. Use a pillow under your head with the right height:
• Keep your neck straight
• Align your head with your spine
5. If your lower back pain is severe:
• Place a small pillow under your waist on the side touching the mattress

💡 Benefits:
• Reduces spinal twisting and strain
• Decreases pressure on spinal discs
• Relieves nerve pain and sciatica symptoms
• Helps back muscles relax

📍 Ancient Remedies Thai Massage
667 Seymour St, Kamloops BC
📞 778-538-4269

Let us help you relieve pain and improve your quality of life. Book your massage today!

08/06/2025

08/05/2025

🔍 How tight muscles affect your bones:

1️⃣ Muscle Imbalance → Misaligned Bones
When one side is too tight and the other too weak, bones can be pulled out of alignment — causing tilted hips, sway back, or even a hunchback posture.

2️⃣ Constant Pressure → Bone Compression
Tight hip flexors, for example, can tilt the pelvis forward, putting uneven pressure on your spine — increasing the risk of disc degeneration or vertebral collapse.

3️⃣ Reduced Movement → Weak Bones
Stiff muscles limit joint movement and blood flow, reducing mineral absorption in bones — making them more vulnerable to fractures and degeneration.

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✨ Don’t wait until pain becomes permanent!
Restore balance and mobility with professional Thai massage.

📍 Ancient Remedies Thai Massage
667 Seymour St., Kamloops, BC
📞 778-538-4269
📆 Book your session today!