Just Breathe Massage Therapy

12/06/2025

What is Teck Neck!? Tech neck is repetitive strain injury caused by the poor posture from looking down at electronic devices like smartphones and tablets for extended periods. It leads to pain, stiffness, and headaches in the neck and upper back because the head's weight puts increased pressure on the spine.

Causes
• Forward head posture
• Prolonged static positions
• Lack of movement

Symptoms
• Neck, upper back, and shoulder pain
• Headaches
• Stiffness and reduced neck mobility
• Rounded shoulders
• In severe cases, tingling, numbness, or shooting pain in the arms and hands, which warrants medical attention

Causing muscle tight/overworked:
• Trapezius: A large muscle connecting the neck, shoulders, and upper back that can spasm and become tight.
• Sternocleidomastoid: A prominent muscle in the front of the neck that can be stressed.
• Suboccipital muscles: Muscles in the back of the neck that work harder to hold the head up.
• Scapular muscles: Muscles that support the shoulder blades, which can also become strained.

12/02/2025

Effects of Therapeutic Massage: Part 3- Musculoskeletal

Did you know Therapeutic Massage can effect more than muscles?🤯

*Reduces adhesions (commonly referred to as knots) within muscles, tendons, and ligaments
*Improves blood supply and promotes joint lubrication
*Promotes improved posture
*Maintain and improve healthy range of motion of joints
*Alleviates trigger points
*Cross fiber friction and longitudinal stretching helps to align soft tissue fibers to promote healing and reduce/prevent scar tissue

12/01/2025

Deep Pressure and the Nervous System

Not every client benefits from deep pressure. For some, it can be the most counterproductive approach.

We’ve all heard clients say, “You can go as deep as you want, I like it hard.” But here’s what often gets overlooked:

When pressure is applied too deeply, too quickly, or for too long, the body doesn’t relax. It resists. That’s not therapy. That’s trauma with oil.

Instead of calming the nervous system and inviting the body into a restorative state, excessive force triggers a sympathetic response: adrenaline release, guarding, shallow breathing. Muscles don’t soften under this stress. They contract more.

You may feel like you’re “breaking through,” but the client’s nervous system is actually sending an urgent message: “Protect, protect, protect!”

This creates the illusion of progress without true change. The brain never receives the signal to let go, the parasympathetic system never takes over, and healing does not occur.

Deep work should feel safe, not forceful. It should invite the body to release, not invade it.

The most skilled therapists don’t achieve results by pressing harder. They do it by listening deeper. They adapt pressure in response to the nervous system, not to satisfy ego.

Because in the end, effective therapy isn’t about how deep you go. It’s about how deeply the body allows you in.

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11/28/2025

🌿 Relax. Breathe. Restore.
Every massage session at Just Breathe Massage Therapy includes complimentary aromatherapy because your well-being deserves more than just relief, it deserves an experience.

Choose your favorite blend, inhale deeply, and let stress melt away. 💆‍♀️✨

11/25/2025

15 Minute Cold Stone Sinus Relief Massage Add-On

Immerse yourself in the soothing sensation of cold stones applied to sinus points with alternating warm towels applied to the face complemented by our signature Just Breathe Aromatherapy essential oil blend. This therapeutic treatment includes a gentle face and sinus massage using cold stones, followed by a rejuvenating and a refreshing Peppermint Scalp Massage.

Benefits of our Cold Stone Sinus Relief Massage:

Sinus Pressure Relief: Cold stones help alleviate sinus congestion and pressure, providing relief from discomfort.

Soothing and Refreshing: The coolness of the stones and invigorating aroma of our Breathe Aroma essential oil blend create a calming and refreshing experience.

Stress Reduction: Gentle facial and neck massage techniques combined with the peppermint scalp massage promote relaxation, reducing overall stress and tension levels.

Experience the rejuvenating benefits of our Cold Stone Sinus Relief Massage and treat yourself to a blissful escape from tension and discomfort.

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11/24/2025

The adult human head weighs around 8-12 pounds (3.6-5.4 kilograms) on average. However, when the head is positioned forward, as it often is when we're looking at our phones or computers, the weight of the head can put up to 60 pounds (27 kilograms) of pressure on the neck and spine. This can lead to strain, pain, and even long-term damage to the spine and surrounding muscles.

Good posture is crucial for maintaining a healthy spine. When we maintain good posture, our spine is able to maintain its natural curves and alignment, which helps to distribute the weight of our head and body evenly. This reduces the pressure on our neck, shoulders, and back, and helps to prevent conditions like:

• Neck and back pain
• Headaches
• Fatigue
• Muscle strain
• Degenerative disc disease
• Herniated discs

By maintaining good posture, we can help to keep our spine healthy, strong, and flexible, and reduce the risk of these common problems. It's important to be mindful of our posture throughout the day, especially when sitting or standing for long periods, and to take regular breaks to stretch and move around.

11/22/2025

By focusing on the neck, shoulders, and head, massage can decrease the pain and discomfort brought on by migraine or tension headaches. Massage therapy can help decrease the occurrence of headaches, sleep disturbances and distress symptoms.

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11/22/2025

Let's Talk Fascia, an often overlooked, but important, soft tissue of the body.

Fascia is a body-wide system of connective tissue that acts as a supportive and protective sheath for muscles, organs, nerves, and blood vessels. It is made primarily of collagen and is essential for holding structures in place, providing shape, reducing friction, and transmitting sensory information. Because it contains a high number of sensory nerves, it plays a significant role in the body's sense of position, movement, and pain.

A fascia massage, or myofascial release, relieves tension in the body's connective tissue to increase flexibility, reduce pain, and improve movement by applying sustained, gentle pressure. By loosening tightness in the fascia, it can break up adhesions and scar tissue, improve circulation, and promote relaxation. This can help alleviate chronic pain in areas like the neck and back, improve posture, and support tissue recovery after an injury.

11/21/2025

11/19/2025

Relieve tension and stretch your way to flexibility with the doorway stretch! This simple yet effective stretch targets the chest, shoulders, and upper back, helping to improve posture and reduce stress. Stand in a doorway with your hands on the doorframe at shoulder height, lean forward until you feel a gentle stretch, and hold for 30 seconds. Breathe deeply and feel the opening and relaxation of your upper body. Repeat as needed to keep your muscles loose and your mind calm.

11/18/2025

45 Minute Japanese Head Spa Express- $135.00 (does not include massage)
1hr and 45 Minutes Massage + Head Spa- $235.00

Indulge in a deeply relaxing and rejuvenating Japanese Head Spa treatment, designed to revitalize both your mind and body. This luxurious service takes place in a serene private room on a specialized head spa table, ensuring maximum comfort and relaxation. Your treatment is performed by a licensed massage therapist, ensuring expert care and attention to every detail.
Treatment Includes:
One hour massage plus 45 minutes Head Spa

Intense Scalp Massage:
The session begins with an invigorating scalp massage to stimulate circulation, relieve tension, and promote overall well-being. This massage uses traditional techniques to deeply relax both your scalp and mind.
Scalp Exfoliation Scrub:
A gentle yet effective scalp exfoliation scrub is applied to remove impurities and buildup, leaving your scalp feeling refreshed and renewed.
Shampoo & Steamed Conditioner:
Your scalp is then cleansed with a high-quality shampoo, followed by a nourishing steamed conditioner that deeply hydrates and restores balance to the hair and scalp.
Specialized Tools for Relaxation:
Throughout the treatment, experience the soothing benefits of various traditional Japanese tools, including shampoo brushes, guasha stones, jade head massage tools, and jade combs. These tools are designed to enhance the therapeutic effects of the massage, promoting relaxation and the release of tension.

The added 60 Minute Massage will leave you feeling fully rejuvenated and deeply relaxed from head to toe.

11/17/2025

Pain? So many people just push through it day after day and year after year... but it doesn’t have to stay that way. Our bodies are made to heal and restore! Book a massage and feel the difference for yourself!

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