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Chronic Pain Relief through Nutritional Solutions

Many massage therapists in downtown Vancouver have within their arsenal of pain relief protocols various types of therapeutic massages. These techniques can include deep tissue massage. myofascial release, trigger point therapy, sports massage, and others. Although each of these advanced forms of massage therapy are effective and in many cases provide effective pain relief, there [...]

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Trigger Points – A Game of Myofascial Hide and Seek

Over the years hundreds of clients have complained of various sensations radiating down their arm, leg, or into some other area of the body. These painful sensations are described as burning, numbness, prickly or tingly,  dull ache, area affected feels heavy or weak, stiff, tight, and lets not forget the often quoted “My doctor wants [...]

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Tension Myositis Syndrome Video

Take a look at this informative video by Dr Howard Schubiner, MD on the cognitive process involved with TMS. Having done over 5500 massages since 2002 I can attest to the relevance of a mind body link to chronic pain. Enjoy the video and any feedback is appreciated.
The role the brain plays in pain, The [...]

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Tension Myositis Syndrome

Pain to most people represents a physical sensation caused by a direct injury/ trauma to soft tissue or muscle tension caused by stress. But what about prolonged lingering chronic pain? Why is it that some people struggle with constant neck or back pain and others don’t? We all suffer from some form of stress don’t [...]

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