Focused Care Therapeutic Massage

Focused Care Therapeutic Massage Massage therapy provides relaxation, stress and pain relief as a form of alternative healthcare.

Founded by Jean Kark, LMT, we are the Premier Massage Therapy Resource in Pennsylvania for Professionals, Students, and for People with Disabilities. We offer quality massage services in our conveniently two located offices in the F&M College Wellness Center in Lancaster, and also in Godshall Chiropractic Office, Millersville. We provide skilled, heart filled, medical massage for people with chro

nic conditions and/or disabilities, such as MS, Parkinson's, ALS, Fibromyalgia, Cerebral Palsy, Cystic Fibrosis, Stroke, Amputation, etc. We specialize in massage for Caregivers who give so much and need some time to rejuvenate, melt away stress, and soothe aching muscles. We're here to lend a listening ear, be a shoulder to lean on, and do our best to make life's journey a little easier.

Effective sciatica pain relief usually begins at home with a mix of gentle movement, temperature therapy, and over-the-c...
05/21/2026

Effective sciatica pain relief usually begins at home with a mix of gentle movement, temperature therapy, and over-the-counter anti-inflammatories. Gentle activity is key to releasing pressure on the nerve. Massage therapist assisted stretching and movement, as well as checking for muscular imbalances is also so helpful!

Just a reminder! Take a moment to relax. Be present and aware of the precious gift of rest.
05/15/2026

Just a reminder! Take a moment to relax. Be present and aware of the precious gift of rest.

This is the most common dysfunctional pattern we see in orthopedic massage. It often is the culprit for painful lowback,...
05/11/2026

This is the most common dysfunctional pattern we see in orthopedic massage. It often is the culprit for painful lowback, hips, knees, neck, and even shoulder issues. Working to stabilize, tone and strengthen weak muscles and stretch and lengthen tight ones is the goal in our sessions. Having some simple daily exercises to reinforce proper alignment helps so much, too!

We often add some cupping into our sessions, especially on those chronic, stubborn areas. So many clients are surprised ...
05/08/2026

We often add some cupping into our sessions, especially on those chronic, stubborn areas. So many clients are surprised at the difference a few cups and some intentional movement make in their muscle tightness.

Mother’s Day is coming up! What are you giving your mom for Mother’s Day? As a mom, myself, my FAVORITE gift is time wit...
05/05/2026

Mother’s Day is coming up! What are you giving your mom for Mother’s Day? As a mom, myself, my FAVORITE gift is time with my kids. Make sure you call mom, take her for dinner, give a long hug! Then.. maybe surprise her with a massage gift certificate!? Regardless! Happy Mother’s Day!

We were pleased to work with the fantastic staff at this office this week! Seated chair gives us a chance to work with p...
04/24/2026

We were pleased to work with the fantastic staff at this office this week! Seated chair gives us a chance to work with professional staff from all sorts of businesses and we always enjoy meeting new people and helping them have a moment of relaxation during their work day!

Available spots with Jean this week! March 25th-930 March 27th- 1030Message me or book online www.focusedcare.as.me ...
03/24/2026

Available spots with Jean this week!
March 25th-930
March 27th- 1030
Message me or
book online www.focusedcare.as.me

Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS) is a common postural imbalance seen especially in people who sit long hours (computer work,...
03/16/2026

Upper Crossed Syndrome (UCS) is a common postural imbalance seen especially in people who sit long hours (computer work, mobile use). It involves tightness of some upper-body muscles and weakness of others, forming a cross pattern of muscle imbalance.

💠1. Upper Crossed Syndrome is a muscle imbalance pattern affecting the neck, shoulders, and upper back, characterized by:

👉Tight/overactive muscles
👉Weak/inhibited muscle
👉This imbalance leads to forward head posture, rounded shoulders, and thoracic kyphosis.

💠2. Muscular Imbalance Pattern

➡️Tight / Overactive Muscles
1. Upper trapezius
2. Levator scapulae
3. Pectoralis major
4. Pectoralis minor
5. Sternocleidomastoid (SCM)

➡️Weak / Inhibited Muscles
1. Deep neck flexors
2. Lower trapezius
3. Middle trapezius
4. Rhomboids
5. Serratus anterior

👉These muscles create a cross pattern:

💠Tight upper trapezius & levator scapulae
Tight pectorals Crossing with Weak deep neck flexors, Weak middle/lower trapezius & rhomboids

3. Causes
👉Prolonged computer or laptop work
👉Excessive mobile phone use (text neck) 📱
👉Poor sitting posture
👉Weak back muscles
👉Lack of exercise
👉Improper workstation ergonomics

4. Clinical Features
👉Patients may present with:
👉Forward head posture
👉Rounded shoulders
👉Increased thoracic kyphosis
👉Neck pain
👉Shoulder pain
👉Headaches
👉Reduced cervical mobility
👉Scapular dyskinesis

Strengthen Weak Muscles
👉Chin tuck exercise
👉Scapular retraction
👉Wall angels
👉Prone Y and T exercises
👉Serratus anterior strengthening
👉Postural Correction
👉Ergonomic workstation setup
👉Avoid prolonged mobile use
👉Frequent posture breaks

8. Complications
If untreated, it may lead to:
❌Chronic neck pain
❌Shoulder impingement
❌Cervicogenic headache
❌Reduced shoulder mobility

Monday March 16th, 1:30pm appointment with Jean just opened up. Book online or shoot me a message!
03/15/2026

Monday March 16th, 1:30pm appointment with Jean just opened up. Book online or shoot me a message!

💪 Rotator Cuff (Shoulder Joint)The Rotator Cuff is a group of four muscles and their tendons that surround the shoulder ...
03/11/2026

💪 Rotator Cuff (Shoulder Joint)

The Rotator Cuff is a group of four muscles and their tendons that surround the shoulder joint and help stabilize the head of the humerus in the glenoid cavity of the scapula.

🦴 Muscles of Rotator Cuff

These four muscles are commonly remembered by the word “SITS”:

1️⃣ Supraspinatus – Helps in initiation of shoulder abduction (first 15°)
2️⃣ Infraspinatus – Responsible for external rotation of the shoulder
3️⃣ Teres Minor – Assists in external rotation and stabilization
4️⃣ Subscapularis – Responsible for internal rotation of the shoulder

⚙️ Functions

✅ Stabilizes the shoulder joint
✅ Keeps the humeral head centered in the glenoid cavity
✅ Assists in shoulder movements like abduction and rotation
✅ Provides dynamic stability during arm movements

⚠️ Clinical Importance

Rotator cuff injuries are very common and may include:

🔸 Rotator cuff tendinitis
🔸 Impingement syndrome
🔸 Partial or full thickness tear

Symptoms may include shoulder pain, weakness, limited range of motion, and difficulty lifting the arm.

Shoulder issues!? The shoulder is a complicated joint with multi-directional movement capabilities! We explore all the p...
03/09/2026

Shoulder issues!? The shoulder is a complicated joint with multi-directional movement capabilities! We explore all the possibilities/ causes for restricted range of motion and pain. We often find trigger points or referred pain patterns, which when released bring relief to aching shoulders. A “not so fun” area to have worked on is the subscapularis. This is a hidden muscle that clients will often say, “i did not even know there was a muscle there!!!”.
Subscapularis pain causes deep, aching pain in the front of the shoulder, often referring to the back of the shoulder blade or down the arm, frequently caused by rotator cuff tears, tendinitis, or trigger points from overuse (especially in swimmers or pitchers or even from sitting at a desk all day!). Symptoms include restricted movement, weakness with internal rotation (e.g., reaching behind the back), and clicking/popping sounds.

Address

274A Granite Run Drive
Lancaster, PA
17603

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 7pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 7pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 4pm
Saturday 9am - 4pm

Telephone

+17177259670

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