Lavender House Therapeutic Massage LLC

02/21/2026

02/21/2026

02/19/2026

Open Appointment Sunday, March 1st from 10-11 AM! Call/Text 563 477 8416 or send a FB message!

02/17/2026

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02/15/2026

Most “what each organ needs” health charts look helpful, but they often teach people the wrong way to think about health.

I’ve been seeing a graphic circulating lately about what each organ supposedly needs to stay healthy. It’s visually appealing and well intentioned, but it’s also a good example of how oversimplified health advice can slowly drift into misinformation.

Your organs don’t work independently.

Your brain, liver, kidneys, immune system, and hormones are constantly communicating with each other. There isn’t a single food, herb, or supplement that targets one organ on its own. Health is systemic, not compartmentalized.

Another issue is the assumption that certain supplements guarantee results. Claims like sea moss for the thyroid, oil of oregano for the lungs, or soursop for the kidneys are either weakly supported or not supported by strong human research. In some cases, taking these regularly can even cause problems, especially in higher amounts or when combined with medications.

And the detox conversation needs some clarity.

Your liver and kidneys are already detoxifying your body every minute of the day. They don’t need daily detox products. What they actually need is consistent support through fundamentals that aren’t trendy but are incredibly effective.

Adequate hydration.
Balanced nutrition.
Regular movement.
Quality sleep.
Lower overall toxin exposure.

The evidence continues to point to the same foundation. Whole foods over trends. Fiber, protein, healthy fats, and micronutrient diversity. Consistent physical activity. Stress management and recovery.

These graphics usually come from good intentions, but they can create the illusion that health comes from adding more products instead of building better habits.

If this helped simplify things, share it with someone who’s trying to improve their health but feels overwhelmed by conflicting advice. Clear information makes healthy choices easier for everyone.

02/14/2026

The power behind shoulder stability 💪
Here you can see the key posterior shoulder muscles — supraspinatus, infraspinatus, teres minor, teres major, and the long head of triceps — working together to control movement and protect the glenohumeral joint.
Understanding anatomy is not just for exams… it’s essential for diagnosing pain, preventing rotator cuff injuries, and restoring proper shoulder mechanics.
Strong structure. Better function. Smarter rehab.

02/13/2026

02/13/2026

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02/13/2026

Forward Head & Rounded Shoulders? It’s Not Just “Bad PostureWhen someone walks into my office with neck pain, shoulder tension, or headaches… I’m not just looking at the painful area.
I’m looking for patterns:
🔴 Tight: Upper traps & levator scapula
🔴 Tight: Pectoralis major & minor
⚠️ Weak: Deep neck flexors
⚠️ Weak: Mid/low trapezius & serratus anterior
This imbalance creates that forward head, rounded shoulder position.
And here’s the part most people miss:
It’s not about “just stretching”
It’s not about “just cracking”
It’s about restoring balance in the system.
Release what’s overactive.
Activate what’s inhibited.
Re-train how the body loads.
That’s how you get real change.
If you’ve been living with: • Neck tension
• Shoulder pain
• Headaches
• Numbness down the arm
• That constant “tight trap” feeling
Drop a comment and tell me what you’re feeling 👇
And if you’re a massage therapist, this is exactly the kind of assessment strategy I teach inside my CEU courses — because better assessment = better outcomes = better retention.

02/12/2026

Appts open President's Day & Friday, Feb 20th. Call/Text 563 477 8416 or send a FB Message! Gift Cards Available!