Advanced Massage Therapeutics, LLC

02/20/2026

Why Do Muscles Get Tight Even When You Rest?

Many people believe muscle tension only comes from physical activity, overuse, or exercise. But the truth is, muscles can become tight even when you’re resting.

Why does this happen?

Your muscles are controlled by your nervous system. When your body stays in a stress or protective state, your muscles remain contracted, even without movement.

✨ Common reasons muscles stay tight:
✔ Chronic stress and anxiety
✔ Poor posture and daily habits
✔ Old injuries or compensation patterns
✔ Nervous system overload
✔ Trigger points (hyperirritable muscle fibers)
✔ Inflammation in surrounding tissues
✔ Repetitive movements from work or daily life

When muscles stay contracted for long periods, they develop restricted circulation, decreased oxygen, and increased sensitivity, leading to pain, stiffness, and limited movement.

Stretching alone often does not solve the problem because it does not address the underlying muscle guarding or trigger point activity.

This is where clinical massage therapy helps.

At Advanced Massage Therapeutics LLC, we focus on identifying the root cause of muscle tension using techniques such as trigger point therapy, myofascial release, and medical massage to help restore proper function and relieve chronic pain.

Every session is individually tailored to your body’s needs and goals.

Your body was designed to heal. We help it work better.

✨ Upgrade Your Routine. Make massage therapy a vital part of your self-care.

📅 Book your session today:
https://www.massagebook.com/biz/advanced-massage-therapeutics-llc

📍 Advanced Massage Therapeutics LLC
5510 River Rd, Suite 202
New Port Richey, FL 34652

📞 (656) 217-4504

Licensed Massage Therapist: Amy Yapp, LMT MA #99375
Florida Establishment License MM #45876

02/19/2026

Need to get your heart rate up and have so much fun doing it? Dance!

I love Embody Movement. Check them out if you’re not familiar.

Want more peak state dance workouts that make you feel unstoppable? Join our community and let's work out together.🔥This cardio dance fitness routing will h...

02/19/2026

Rest gets such a bad reputation, like it’s the thing you do after you’ve “earned it.” But real rest is kind of a cheat code for your brain. It clears out the mental tabs, helps you think straight again, and makes your ideas feel way less forced. Half the time, the answer you’ve been chasing shows up the second you stop squeezing your mind for it.

And honestly, some of my best “productive” moments have come from doing absolutely nothing for a bit. A walk, a nap, a quiet morning, even just sitting there with no plan. Then suddenly you come back and everything takes less effort. Rest isn’t falling behind. It’s how you come back sharper, faster, and way more like yourself.

02/17/2026

Excited to announce that I’m working towards my Advanced Cupping Techniques certification & will be offering cupping as soon as next week. I still have a few spots left for this week: Today 1:30, Friday 10, 12, or 2pm

02/16/2026

02/14/2026

💗 Valentine’s Day is here and here’s your last minute gift idea! 💘

If you’ve been thinking about giving a meaningful Valentine’s gift, or treating yourself before the holiday rush, this is massage gift card is more than a present.
It’s stress relief.
It’s nervous system reset.
It’s pain relief, deep relaxation, and feeling truly cared for.

I’m Amy Yapp, licensed massage therapist with over 20 years of experience, and I specialize in helping people feel better in their bodies, not just for the moment, but long after they leave the table. A little relaxation truly does go a long way.

💝 Gift cards are easy to purchase online, instantly, and can be used toward any session. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, last-minute gifting, or simply prioritizing your own well being.

⚠️ Appointments are filling fast. Book now or purchase a gift card here:
https://www.massagebook.com/biz/advanced-massage-therapeutics-llcr

Advanced Massage Therapeutics LLC
Amy Yapp, LMT MA #99375
Florida Establishment License MM #45876
5510 River Rd, Suite 202
New Port Richey, FL 34652
📞 656.217.4504

02/13/2026

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02/13/2026

How about a little heart opener yoga for Valentine’s Day…💝

Join me for Rose Yoga, a loving full length heart opening vinyasa flow! Allow your breath to blossom with each gesture. Open your mind as you open your hips ...

02/11/2026

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Massage Valentine’s Specials!
Gift cards available online!💌💘

💕If you’re living with chronic pain, tension, or stress, regular massage therapy is not a luxury, it’s a vital part of maintaining your health 💝

Every session at Advanced Massage Therapeutics LLC is individually tailored to your body, your goals, and your lifestyle 🩷 I blend clinical precision with restorative care so you can move better, feel better, and truly relax and heal. ❤️

📍 5510 River Rd, Suite 202, New Port Richey, FL 🤍
MM45876
📞 656.217.4504 🩷
🌐 https://www.massagebook.com/biz/advanced-massage-therapeutics-llcr ❤️

02/11/2026

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Your body doesn’t heal in urgency.
It heals when it feels safe.

Stillness isn’t doing nothing... it’s giving your nervous system the conditions it needs to repair, rebalance, and restore.

02/09/2026

💗 Valentine’s Day is almost here… and I have just TWO openings left this week. 💗

If you’ve been thinking about giving a meaningful Valentine’s gift, or treating yourself before the holiday rush, this is your sign.

✨ Remaining appointments:
📅 Thursday 2/12 at 2:30 PM
📅 Friday 2/13 at 2:30 PM

That’s it. Once these are gone, my schedule is full.

A massage gift card is more than a present.
It’s stress relief.
It’s nervous system reset.
It’s pain relief, deep relaxation, and feeling truly cared for.

I’m Amy Yapp, licensed massage therapist with over 20 years of experience, and I specialize in helping people feel better in their bodies, not just for the moment, but long after they leave the table. A little relaxation truly does go a long way.

💝 Gift cards are easy to purchase online, instantly, and can be used toward any session. Perfect for Valentine’s Day, last-minute gifting, or simply prioritizing your own well being.

⚠️ Appointments are filling fast, and these two time slots will not last.

👉 Book now or purchase a gift card here:
https://www.massagebook.com/biz/advanced-massage-therapeutics-llcr

Advanced Massage Therapeutics LLC
Amy Yapp, LMT MA #99375
Florida Establishment License MM #45876
5510 River Rd, Suite 202
New Port Richey, FL 34652
📞 656.217.4504

02/09/2026

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