Touch Decoded | The Science Behind Massage

In this episode of the "Science Behind Massage" podcast, we look at hot stone massage and what actually makes hot stone therapy feel so calming and effective.Book an affordable massage class (includes certification)...

Can massage therapy really activate your vagus nerve and reset your nervous system? In this episode of The Science Behind Massage, I take you deep into the fascinating link between massage, Thai Bodywork, vagal tone...

What happens to your muscles during massage therapy? In this video, I explain how proprioceptors like muscle spindles and Golgi tendon organs control muscle length, tension, and movement, and how understanding them can...

In this episode of Science Behind Massage, I break down the fascinating world of the intermuscular septa. These deep fascial partitions connect to bone, shape our fascial compartments, and guide the path of nerves and...

Plants and humans might look worlds apart, but biologically, we share more than you think. In this episode of Science Behind Massage, I explore how our bodies echo plant structures—from cells and circulation to growth...

In this video, I take a deep look into how the three types of levers—first-class, second-class, and third-class—play out in real, hands-on massage work. Book an affordable massage class (includes certification)...

Are swollen ankles safe to massage? In this video, I talk about what massage therapists need to know when a client presents with ankle swelling - what causes it, when it's safe to treat, and when to refer out. Book an...

Discover how manual lymphatic drainage really works—and why every therapist should take it seriously. In this episode of Science Behind Massage, I break down the powerful effects of manual lymphatic drainage (MLD) on...

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐖𝐢𝐧𝐝𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐬 𝐌𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐬𝐦? | 𝐅𝐨𝐨𝐭 𝐁𝐢𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐜𝐡𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐬, 𝐏𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐫 𝐅𝐚𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐬 & 𝐆𝐚𝐢𝐭 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐝If you have ever asked, “Why does my arch hurt after...

In this episode of The Science Behind Massage, we explore the gate control theory of pain with a simple explanation that makes this important concept easy to understand - even if you're not a medical professional. Book...

In this episode, we’re talking about applying biomechanical principles in massage therapy, in order to optimize our massage techniques and prevent injury. Listen & learn!My courses and blog: http://jointheflow.netAmazon...

In this episode, we’re talking about pain & massage. Pain has a biochemical backbone, and at the center of it all are the cyclooxygenase enzymes, COX-1 and COX-2. But here’s the big question - can massage therapy...

In this episode, we explore how neuroplasticity, the ability of neural networks in the brain to change through growth and reorganization, can play a huge role in massage therapy and therapeutic bodywork.My courses and...

In this episode, we explore how gua sha, an ancient technique involving a scraping motion over the skin, can work at multiple levels to reduce pain. My courses and blog: http://jointheflow.netAmazon book on Gua Sha...

Discover the science behind Thai herbal compress therapy (Luk Pra Kob) - an ancient remedy backed by modern research! 🌿🔥 In this episode, we explore how heat and medicinal herbs like turmeric, ginger, camphor, and...