RUB Massage Austin

01/03/2026

The psoas muscle is often a hidden culprit behind many pain-related issues because of its deep location and powerful influence on posture, movement, and the nervous system. Connecting the lumbar spine to the femur, the psoas plays a key role in hip flexion, spinal stability, and core function. When it becomes tight or overactive due to prolonged sitting, stress, repetitive movement, or athletic training, it can contribute to lower back pain, hip discomfort, pelvic imbalance, restricted breathing, and even radiating pain into the legs.

Massage therapy can be highly effective in releasing the psoas by using skilled, intentional techniques that safely access the muscle through the abdomen or indirectly through surrounding tissues such as the hip flexors, adductors, glutes, and lumbar fascia. Gentle sustained pressure, myofascial release, and guided breathing help calm the nervous system and allow the psoas to soften, restoring balance, improving mobility, and relieving chronic tension patterns throughout the body.

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01/02/2026

Massage for shin splints and feet issues

Runners dealing with shin splints or plantar fasciitis can benefit greatly from different types of sports massage that target both the symptoms and the underlying causes of these common overuse injuries.
Deep tissue and trigger point therapy help release tightness in the calves, anterior tibialis, and intrinsic foot muscles, reducing strain on the shins and plantar fascia.
Myofascial release improves tissue elasticity and decreases fascial restrictions along the lower leg and foot, allowing for better shock absorption and movement efficiency while running. Sports massage also increases circulation, helping flush inflammation and speed tissue recovery, while stretching and range-of-motion techniques restore flexibility to the ankle and foot.
When used consistently, these massage approaches can reduce pain, improve stride mechanics, and help runners return to training with greater comfort, resilience, and injury prevention.

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01/01/2026

12/30/2025

A regular monthly massage offers 5 powerful benefits for the everyday person, especially as we head into a new year focused on healthier habits.

1. It helps reduce stress and tension, allowing the body and mind to reset from daily demands.

2. Massage improves circulation and muscle health, keeping tissues flexible and reducing aches from sitting, standing, or repetitive movement.

3. It supports better sleep by calming the nervous system and lowering stress hormones.

4. Regular bodywork helps prevent injuries and chronic pain by addressing tight muscles and postural imbalances before they become bigger issues.

5. Finally, massage promotes overall mental clarity and emotional well-being, helping you feel more grounded, focused, and energized.

Making monthly massage part of your routine is a simple, effective way to invest in your health and start the year feeling your best.

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12/27/2025

Massage for tension headaches

Massage therapy can be highly effective in relieving tension headaches and neck pain by addressing the underlying muscle tightness and nervous system stress that often trigger these symptoms. Prolonged sitting, poor posture, stress, and repetitive movements commonly cause the muscles of the neck, shoulders, and upper back to become tight and overworked, restricting blood flow and irritating surrounding nerves.

Targeted massage techniques help release tension in key areas such as the upper trapezius, levator scapulae, suboccipitals, and cervical muscles, reducing pressure on the head and neck. Massage also improves circulation, decreases inflammation, and calms the nervous system, which can lessen headache frequency and intensity. With regular sessions, many clients experience fewer headaches, improved neck mobility, better posture, and a greater sense of overall relief and relaxation.

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12/24/2025

12/23/2025

Massage benefits for your fascia

Fascia is the connective tissue that surrounds and supports every muscle, joint, and organ in the body, and when it becomes tight, dehydrated, or restricted, it can significantly impact movement, posture, and pain levels. Stress, repetitive movement, injury, and inactivity can cause fascia to lose its elasticity, leading to stiffness, limited range of motion, and chronic discomfort.

Massage therapy helps keep fascia relaxed, hydrated, and malleable by gently stretching and releasing adhesions within the tissue. When fascia is healthy, muscles move more freely, joints function more efficiently, circulation improves, and the nervous system calms. Regular massage supports a more resilient, balanced body, helping prevent injury, reduce chronic pain, and maintain optimal movement throughout daily life and athletic activity.

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12/21/2025

12/21/2025

I was pretty excited to hear that VoyageAustin Magazine found me and my business, Rub Massage Austin, interesting enough to write an article about. Here's a link to the article 😊

Today we’d like to introduce you to Glen Taylor. Hi Glen, please kick things off for us with an introduction to yourself and your story.I have been lucky enough to follow two different passions of mine in this life, performance and bodywork. After spending over 13 years touring with different inte...

12/18/2025

How Massage can help with holiday stress.

The hustle and bustle of the holiday season often bring increased stress, long hours, travel, shopping, and family obligations — all of which can quickly lead to burnout and physical discomfort. Tension commonly builds in the neck, shoulders, lower back, and hips as the body stays in a constant state of “go mode,” while sleep and recovery are often pushed aside.
Massage therapy provides a much-needed reset during this busy time by calming the nervous system, lowering stress hormones, and releasing built-up muscle tension. Regular bodywork helps improve sleep, reduce headaches and fatigue, and restore a sense of balance so you can move through the holidays feeling grounded, relaxed, and more present — instead of exhausted and overwhelmed.

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12/16/2025

The "Nerve Entrapper", the pec minor.

When the pectoralis minor becomes tight, spasmed, or develops trigger points, it can compress the nerves and blood vessels that travel from the neck into the arm, often leading to pain, tingling, numbness, or weakness down the shoulder, arm, and hand.

Massage therapy is highly effective at relieving this type of compression by directly addressing the tight, overactive muscle and the surrounding fascia. Targeted techniques such as deep tissue work, trigger point therapy, and myofascial release help lengthen the pec minor, reduce spasms, and restore healthy tissue mobility. As the muscle relaxes, pressure on the nerves decreases, circulation improves, and normal nerve signaling can return. Massage also helps rebalance the surrounding shoulder and upper back muscles, supporting better posture and reducing the likelihood of symptoms returning.

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12/14/2025

Knowing whether to choose massage therapy or chiropractic care depends on the nature of your injury and where the primary restriction is coming from.

Massage therapy is often the best choice when pain or discomfort is rooted in muscle tightness, trigger points, fascial restrictions, or soft-tissue overuse rather than joint misalignment. If you’re experiencing muscle strains, repetitive stress injuries, limited range of motion, post-workout soreness, or chronic tension from posture or stress, massage can help restore healthy tissue function, improve circulation, and relieve pain.

Chiropractic care is typically more appropriate when the issue involves joint dysfunction, spinal misalignment, or nerve compression related to the spine. In many cases, the two work best together — massage can relax and prepare the muscles so adjustments hold longer and movement improves more naturally. Choosing massage first is often ideal when your body feels tight, guarded, or restricted rather than structurally out of place.

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