Dry needling and acupuncture both can provide pain relief but the practices are quite different. Read on to find out the differences.

The difference between acupuncture and dry needling

Five ways you’re stretching wrong
1. Static Stretching Before Exercise Static stretching involves slowly stretching a muscle to its end position and holding it for a short period of time. Usually 10-30 seconds. This is …

The Best Stretches and Exercises for Triceps
Triceps is the major muscle in extension or straightening of the arm. Here are the best stretches and exercises to care for them.

The Stress of Lower Back Pain
What is lower back pain? This isn’t a question that really needs much expansion. Most of us have experienced some lower back pain at one time or another. It is …

Undiagnosed pain. Could it be muscular?
Most massage therapists treat taut bands of muscle and trigger points, otherwise known as ‘knots’. There is not much science around what causes trigger points and medical imaging cannot see …

Three things your massage therapist will always tell you
If you’ve injured yourself there are three things your massage therapist will always tell you in order to help you get better.

Four easy exercises for Achilles tendonitis
What is Achilles tendonitis? Achilles tendonitis (also known as Achilles tendonitis, Achilles tendinitis, Achilles tendon pain, Achilles tendinosis, Achilles tendinopathy) is inflammation of the Achilles tendon. Read on to learn …

Learn all about the muscle in focus: Hamstrings
Hamstrings comprise of three major muscles. They are the most injured muscle of the body and usually effects athletes that run and jump. Find out more.

Magnesium: The Superhero of Minerals
Magnesium is necessary to maintain the health of muscles, including the heart. I regularly recommend my clients use magnesium, either in the form of a supplement, cream, or as salts …

Yoga or Pilates? Which is best for you?
Yoga and Pilates are great ways to keep moving. Both have great benefits. Read on to learn more about yoga and Pilates. Which is best for you?