Plant Forage Health - M. Friend

02/11/2026

As I start to make a topical infused oil, the kitchen was filled with the smell of three of my favorite herbs - Comfrey Hops and Chamomile.

COMFREY once known as knitbone, Symphytum officinale has a long history of wound healing, or aiding in the recovery of broken bones, torn muscles, sprains and aches. It’s perfect for applying topically 2 weeks post surgery as an oil or like I’m going to make a body butter. In the past, I made a balm as pictured but today I wanted to see how it will perform as a body butter.

Im also going to use CHAMOMILE and HOPS as they provide a mild sedative to calm nerves. They also help the body relax and reduce anxiety while making u sleepy which will give the body time to rest, recover and regenerate.

It’s so nice to get back to making stuff after having to travel so much. 💙. Any questions about the herbs I’m using, feel free to schedule a consult or visit:
www.plantforagehealth.com

02/06/2026

02/05/2026

As u can tell, the page of UpNorth Massage has been renamed to Plant Forage Health - M. Friend. Plant & Forage Health offers an approach to wellness that combines food and herb consultation, holistic care and small batch herbal remedies to boost and support immunity, increase energy, enhance mood and support a healthy weight and lifestyle. If u are ready to use natural methods using herbs and food to promote a healthy lifestyle, let us be your guide. For more information about expanded services, please visit www.plantforagehealth.com

02/20/2024

UPNORTH MASSAGE has a position open for a highly motivated massage therapist. Flexible hours, great work environment and appointments provided. To schedule an interview, call Marina at 231-342-5070.

11/12/2023

Give the gift of comfort and joy by taking advantage of the annual massage gift certificate sale at UPNORTH MASSAGE!

The more you purchase, the more you save. Buy a package for one person to enjoy thru out the year or purchase a package to give to all your friends, family or employees. Packages are fully customizable.

Purchase:
3 massages, save 10%
6 massages, save 15%
12 massages, save 20%

Privileged to be providing medically based massage services for more than 10 years!
To finalize a purchase, call 231-342-5070

07/21/2023

www.upnorthmassage.com

07/13/2023

If you experience lower back pain, you’re not alone between 60-70% of all people will experience some form of lower back pain in their lives. If your pain radiates from the lower back down along one leg and also causes numbness, tingling or weakness then you might be one of the 40% of people worldwide suffering from sciatica.

Fortunately, there are effective treatments to help alleviate the pain and discomfort caused by sciatica, one of which is massage. Massage has been shown to provide many benefits for general health, and several of those benefits can help treat sciatica.

Massage therapy has been shown to be an effective way to relieve pain, and can specifically help to alleviate lower back pain.

When your core and lower back muscles are tight, they can apply pressure to the sciatic nerve or can trigger points around the nerve. Massage helps to soothe tense muscles and loosen knots, which relieves pressure on the nerve. Massage also stimulates the release of endorphins and can reduce the level of the stress hormone cortisol.

If you are experiencing this type of pain and need relief, contact UpNorth Massage at:
www.upnorthmassage.com

07/03/2023

ARTHRITIS
Massage therapy can reduce pain and improve physical function in patients with osteoporosis and improve range of motion and decrease pain/inflammation after shoulder, knee or hip surgery.

STROKE
Massage therapy, can decrease pain and anxiety and improve quality of life after a stroke. 

DEMENTIA
Massage therapy helps reduce physical signs of agitation, induces relaxation in people with Alzheimer’s Disease and other forms of Dementia.

UPNORTH MASSAGE - Providing medical massage and herbal products to the Elk Rapids area since 2013. www.upnorthmassage.com

06/14/2023

Baby massage is a great way to bond with your baby. Proof u are never to young or old to get a massage.

05/30/2023

It’s been a busy Spring and start to Summer 2023. UpNorth Massage is excited that we are now settled in at our new location. The answers to all your tightness and tension can now be addressed by visiting UpNorth Massage at 402 South Bridge Street, Suite C in Elk Rapids. The entrance to the office and parking are technically on Chippewa Street.

In addition to a better location, increased weekend availability as well as after 5 on weekdays are available. Hurry and book as these appointment times are very popular. UpNorth Massage is very grateful for having the opportunity to serve the Elk Rapids area for the past 10 years and looks forward to helping the community for many more years to come!

UpNorth Massage is available by appointment only. Book now by visiting:
www.upnorthmassage.com

02/26/2023

Its unbelievable UpNorth Massage is 9 years old! I want to extend my most sincere appreciation to all my friends and family for supporting this endeavor. I also want to thank every client regardless of whether u came to see me once or if u are a regular client - THANK YOU! Very grateful I am able to get up every day and do something I love. Looking to the future, I hope I can eliminate pain, address concerns and keep the folks in the area chill for many more years to come!!!