Massage Michigan LLC

11/23/2025

✨How good do these stretches look?!❣️

Thai massage is a style of massage developed by a physician to Buddha named Jivaka Kumar Bhaccha. The style found its way to Thailand, causing its Ayurvedic techniques to become integrated with the traditions of Chinese medicine. Initially, Thai massage was practiced by monks as part of Thai medicine.

Typically, Thai massage is more rigorous than other forms, which also makes it more energizing. It is also referred to as Thai yoga massage because the massage therapist may use his or her arms, knees, and feet in addition to hands in order to manipulate the muscles through yoga-like movements. Some massage therapists may also use acupressure during sessions.

Like other forms of massage, Thai massage has many benefits, both physical and mental/emotional. Some of these benefits can be experienced after only one session of Thai massage, while others become apparent after multiple, regular sessions.

One of the biggest benefits is the relaxation that comes from it. Numerous studies have shown that those who have massages are more relaxed, and many seek out massage as a form of relaxation. This, paired with the yoga-like elements of Thai massage, which is also relaxing, ensures that Thai massage can help even the most tense person find relaxation. Along with this, Thai massage is an excellent way to relieve stress. Since stress can have long-term and serious effects on the body and mind, using Thai massage to help relieve stress will help improve overall health.

Because of the deep-tissue manipulation involved in Thai massage, another benefit is increased circulation throughout the body. The physical touch of the massage promotes blood flow, and when you have increased circulation and improved blood flow, blood and oxygen get to your body more effectively, improving your overall health.

Thai massage is a full-body massage. Since the massage therapist moves your body in yoga-like positions and movements, regular Thai massage can also increase your flexibility and range of motion. This can be particularly helpful during a physician-approved rehabilitation program following an injury or illness.

Because Thai massage is more rigorous than other forms of massage, it is more invigorating. The benefit of this is that you will walk away from your massage session feeling more energized. This is also a side-effect of relieving stress and increased circulation, but increased energy can also help you in other areas of your life, such as getting through slow afternoons at work.

Like with all forms of Bodywork, please should make sure your relevant medical and health history is shared in order to tailor your massage session to your needs and indicate any restrictions you may have.

Thai massage is a very different form than other popular forms of massage such as Swedish massage. It is more rigorous and intense, but because of this, Thai massage has many incredible benefits to those who book regular sessions with a Thai massage therapist. If you are looking to relax, relieve stress, and improve your flexibility and energy levels, Thai massage may just be the answer.

Book your session: www.massagemichiganllc.com

We cannot wait to help you heal on our table, here at Massage Michigan LLC‼️

❣️ Kelly DiebolSchwab
Your Friendly Neighborhood Massage Therapist

11/21/2025

🌿 Do Essential Oils Stop Working If You Use Them Too Much?
Let’s clear this up once and for all… 💛

If you’ve ever used the same essential oil every day and suddenly felt like it “does nothing” anymore — you’re not imagining it.
But the oil isn’t the problem… your brain is. 😉

Important: This applies to inhalation only — things like diffusing, breathing oils from your hands, inhaling from the bottle, pillow scents, room mists, aromatherapy jewelry, car diffusers, etc.

Topical and internal use work differently and are not affected by this adaptation.

🧠 1. Your nose gets used to the smell

This is olfactory fatigue — when your brain stops noticing a smell you’ve been exposed to for too long.

💛 2. Your emotional system adapts

Oils work through your limbic system (your emotional HQ).
Smell the same oil constantly and your nervous system becomes less responsive to that aroma.

🌬️ 3. Rotating oils keeps inhaled oils effective

Switching oils every few days keeps your emotional pathways engaged — just like changing up your workouts keeps your body responsive.

Try rotating by mood + purpose:

🌙 SLEEP

For calming the mind + dropping into deeper rest
• Lavender Peace
• Ylang Ylang
• Vetiver

🔥 MOTIVATION

For energy, focus + get-up-and-go
• Peppermint
• Wild Orange
• Motivate

💛 STRESS

For grounding, soothing overwhelm + emotional balance
• Frankincense
• Balance
• Bergamot

🌸 Bottom line

Your oils don’t lose power —
your brain just adapts to aromas when you breathe in the same scent too often.
Rotate your inhaled oils to keep the benefits strong.

(Topical and internal use are not affected.)

🧠 The Short + Fun Science Behind It

Here’s why rotating inhaled oils works:

1️⃣ Olfactory Fatigue: Your nose gets bored and stops paying attention.
2️⃣ Limbic Habituation: Your emotional brain reacts less to the same repeated smell.
3️⃣ Sensory Satiety: Your nervous system loves novelty — new scent = new spark.
4️⃣ Diffusion Science: Varied or intermittent aromas have stronger effects than constant sameness.

Rotate inhaled oils every 3–5 days, or whenever you notice the effect wearing off.
Topical + ingesting? Use as normal — no rotation needed. 🌿✨

11/19/2025

✨ Spotlight on Cupping Therapy: Working the Origin, Insertion, and Muscle Belly ✨

In my practice, I have begun integrating a lot sliding cup therapy to help release stubborn areas of tension—especially those “knots” that just don’t want to let go.

One particularly effective approach is placing cups along the origin and insertion points of a muscle, as well as over the muscle belly itself.

Why does this work?

🔹 Improved circulation: Cupping lifts the tissue gently, increasing blood flow to congested or restricted areas.
🔹 Fascial decompression: By creating space between layers of muscle and fascia, cups help reduce that tight, stuck feeling.
🔹 Release of muscle adhesions: Targeting both ends of the muscle can encourage it to relax more fully and restore healthy movement.
🔹 Support for chronic tension: This method is especially helpful when traditional massage alone isn’t enough to unwind deeper restrictions.

Whether you're dealing with long-term muscle tightness, post-workout soreness, or limited range of motion, cupping can be a powerful addition to your wellness routine.

If you're curious about how cupping could help you, feel free to reach out or book a session! Your body will thank you. Cupping can effectively be integrated into any session.
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Book your massage at www.massagemichiganllc.com

We cannot wait to help you heal on our table here at Massage Michigan LLC ‼️

❣️ Kelly DiebolSchwab
Your Friendly Neighborhood Massage Therapist

11/13/2025

So appreciated a client that let's me know right away when they are not feeling well!

That means I have an opening this morning at 10 am. This can be for 60 or 90 blissful massage minutes!

To Book; comment on this post, send a pm direct, call/text 517-518-2791 or book online at www.massagemichiganllc.com

Come heal on our table at Massage Michigan LLC‼️

11/13/2025

What's new at Massage Michigan LLC⁉️

I've added sliding cups to my practice.❣️

🌟 Benefits of Sliding Cupping in Massage Practice

1. Increases Circulation! Sliding cups create a sustained vacuum while moving across tissues, which:

💥Enhances local blood flow
💥Stimulates lymphatic movement.
💥Helps flush metabolic waste
This can make tissues feel warmer, softer, and more pliable.

2. Releases Fascial Restrictions The suction gently lifts and separates fascial layers. This can:

💥Improve range of motion
💥Reduce adhesions aka muscle knots aka stuck tissue!
💥Provide relief for “stuck,” tight areas. It’s often less intense than deep static cupping but more effective than massage alone for fascial work.

3. Reduces Muscle Tension by drawing tissues upward while moving along muscle fibers, sliding cupping:

💥Softens hypertonic muscles.
💥Reduces trigger point sensitivity.
💥Prepares muscles for deeper hands-on work!

4. Decompresses Rather Than Compresses!Traditional massage compresses tissues; cupping decompresses them. Sliding combines:

💥Gentle decompression from suction.
💥Broad movement from massage which makes this technique excellent for clients who don’t tolerate heavy pressure.

5. Supports Nervous System Regulation. The rhythmic, gliding movement can calm the sympathetic nervous system.

💥Reduce stress and promote relaxation.
💥Provide a soothing sensory experience.
💥Great for clients who hold tension from anxiety or chronic stress.

6. Enhances Detoxification & Immune Support! By improving lymphatic circulation and microcirculation, sliding cupping may:

💥Support immune system function
💥Reduce swelling or stagnation.
💥Known help tissue recovery.

7. Less Likely to Cause Deep Marks‼️Compared to stationary cups, sliding cups use:

💥Lighter suction, but can be used for stagnant practice and holding trigger points!
✨I often use them on myself for my upper body so that I create LESS cross body tension! I usually target muscle origin and insertion points and muscle bellies.✨
💥Continuous movement
This often causes fewer, lighter marks—which many clients prefer.

8. Versatile for Many Conditions.
Sliding cupping is commonly used for:
👉Back and shoulder tension

💥Myofascial pain
💥IT band restriction
💥Postural imbalances
💥Sports recovery
💥General stress relief

✨It can be adapted for very gentle or more therapeutic applications.

9. Enhances Client Experience!
What MY clients are saying about sliding cups:

“Deep stretch from the inside out”

“My muscles feel lifted and opened”

"It's like an 🐙 octopus is giving me a hug!"

Add sliding cups to your next session, all you have to do is ask!( Coming to my massage menu options soon on our online booking!)

Book your massage at www.massagemichiganllc.com

Absolutely cannot wait to help you heal, here at Massage Michigan LLC‼️

❣️Kelly DiebolSchwab
Your Friendly Neighborhood Massage Therapist

11/11/2025

*Booked! Thanks folks.

I had a few spots open this week.

Thursday this week, 1:30pm-3:30pm is available for 60, 90 or 120 massage minutes.

Spots are first come, first serve. To Book; send a pm, comment on this post, call/text 517-518-2791 or schedule online @ massagemichiganllc@gmail.com" rel="ugc" target="_blank">www massagemichiganllc@gmail.com

Come on in and heal on my table this week here at Massage Michigan LLC‼️

11/10/2025

I'll be at ED Bock offering chair massage to my hometown of Pinckney on November 29th‼️

Good morning, Crawlers! Ed Bock Feeds & Stuff would like to introduce you to Kelly, from Massage Michigan LLC . She will be giving free 5-minute massages and selling some very unique houseplants. You can check out some of her plants in the store now. If you get holiday stress, you will definitely want to drop in and let her magical fingers knead your cares away!

11/10/2025

We all get hit with a little self-doubt sometimes — life, work, the whole thing.

Then a message like this lands in my inbox and BAM 💥 — I’m reminded exactly why I do what I do.

I freaking love my job.
This is what happens when Effective, Educated Massage hits just right. 💪✨

Get on our table and get to healing, here at Massage Michigan LLC ‼️

www.massagemichiganllc.com

❣️ Kelly DiebolSchwab
Your Friendly Neighborhood Massage Therapist

11/06/2025

A few spots have opened up on our table tomorrow, friYAY November 7th.

👐10:15am is available for 60 massage minutes!

🖐️2pm is available for 60 or 90 massage minutes!

To Book, send a pm, comment on this post, call/text 517-518-2791 or schedule online at www.massagemichiganllc.com

We cannot wait to help you heal on our table here at Massage Michigan LLC‼️

11/02/2025

🍂 Don’t Forget to “Fall Back”! 🕰️

Daylight Saving Time ends this weekend — which means an extra hour of sleep (or self-care 😉).
Use the time change as a reminder to slow down, reset your rhythm, and care for your body as the seasons shift.

💆🏽‍♀️ A massage can help:
✨ Boost circulation
✨ Improve sleep
✨ Ease tension and support your immune system

🌿 Pro Tip: Try diffusing Lavender + Cedarwood at bedtime or rolling Balance® on the bottoms of your feet to help your body and mind unwind as your sleep schedule adjusts. Your body will thank you for the extra rest — and the extra care.

👍 if you’re ready for more rest ❤️ if you love cozy season 😮 if you forget to change your clocks every year!

11/01/2025

Oils for Every Massage Mood

👍Relaxation → Lavender & Serenity®
❤️Deep Tissue → Deep Blue® & Copaiba
😮Emotional Balance → Balance® & Adaptive®

Each oil invites the body into its own rhythm of release.
Which oil calls to you most today?

11/01/2025

🌿 Important Update 🌿

Dear Clients,

I wanted to give you an update regarding Amber’s medical leave. Due to a backlog with the specialist she needed to see, her recovery timeline has shifted slightly she now have a clear plan in place and anticipate returning to work at the beginning of next year.
She truly miss working with each of you and being part of your wellness journey.

Thank you so much for your patience, understanding, and continued support during this time. It means the world to her.

She is looking forward to returning renewed and ready to help you feel your best. Until then, please take care of yourselves.

With gratitude💛

Kelly DiebolSchwab and Amber Mathers-Dash