Rapha Therapeutic Massage

06/28/2021

Healthy Feels Good
How does a healthy soft tissue perform?
-muscles are mobile and flexible
-movement is pain-free
-range of motion is increased
-tissues move past each other without adhesions or knots
-joints glide without sound
-increased blood flow
-no swelling or edema

How does fascia affect healthy movement?

06/08/2021

Injuries Do Damage...
What types of injuries damage soft tissue?
-strains and sprains
-tendonitis
-bursitis
-stress fractures
-tumors
-cancers
-repetitive stress injuries
-poor posture and/or ergonomics
-tension
What does healthy tissue do?

06/02/2021

Soft Tissue...
A body's soft tissue surrounds organs, connects and supports other tissues, protects, and gives shape and structure to the body. Health and movement is improved when tissues function properly.
Soft tissue can be
- muscles
- ligaments and tendons
- fat
- blood and lymph vessels
- nerves
- fascia
What harms soft tissues?

05/28/2021

Beyond Relaxation...
Therapeutic massage by a Licensed Massage Therapist, uses a variety of techniques chosen for your particular pain, injury, or movement restriction. The goal if to restore you to full activity quickly and safely. This is done by moving soft tissue.
What is soft tissue?

05/26/2021

I heard a disappointing comment last eve; one that I hear all too often. Too many people misunderstand the scope and value of massage beyond relaxation. So in an effort to educate, I will be posting to share about what therapeutic massage means and can do to improve health, mobility, and quality of life.

09/06/2020

“22 a Day: My Story of Veteran Su***de Survival”
“22 a Day: My Story of Veteran Su***de Survival” by Marshall Girtman https://link.medium.com/lRJhBmqQy9

I'm sharing this article in gratitude for those who have, or are, serving in the military and that I have the honor of serving through Rapha. I encourage you to read it and share it as it brings to light many of the effects war has for us to consider, especially when say "thank you for your service". Please remember our active military and veterans in your prayers as you extend a hand of grace and welcome.

“This is going to hurt,” said the surgeon as she rushed into the emergency room. Without anesthesia, she pried apart my ribs and inserted…

07/08/2020

Humans instinctively value the healing power of touch, and modern massage therapy comes from a long and respected history, crossing cultural boundaries.

06/23/2020

Does this look like you feel after these last few months?!? Massage appointments are available. Book now and untie your muscles.

03/18/2020

With confirmation from SIH of a COVID-19 positive case in Williamson County, I am following the guidance of AMTA and local and state recommendations. Effective immediately, Rapha Therapeutic Massage will be closed until further notice. I apologize for any inconvenience and wish everyone to stay healthy!

03/17/2020

01/28/2020

" Laughter strengthens your immune system, boosts mood, diminishes pain, and protects you from the damaging effects of stress."
-Laughter is the Best Medicine, HelpGuide.org, 11/9/19
And now you know why I include laughter in my massages!

12/19/2019

Been knotty all year?
It's not too late!
Massage can make you nice again

12/17/2019

Give the Gift of Massage Therapy

Message me for gift certificates and appointments!

11/11/2019

50% off one hour massage for veterans with military i.d. through Nov. 15

Massage therapy can be beneficial to military veterans and the unique challenges they might face.

11/11/2019

To my veterans I know and love, to those I have not yet met, and to those who have passed, I am grateful to each and every one of you for your service, sacrifice and commitment to our freedom.

11/05/2019

More than 37 million Americans have headaches on a regular basis. Research shows even a half hour massage can ease pain. If you have tension, migraine, sinus, cluster, stress or postural headaches, there's relief beyond medicine.
Please like this post and share it to help others.
Message me for more info or an appointment today. Your health matters to me.

10/25/2019

That moment when you're massage is over and you know you have to get up...

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Share it with others
Message me if you want to feel like this