Author Archives: PainMgr

I read a commentary on the Sunday paper a few weeks ago titled “That pain in your back? It’s really a pain in your brain”. And it motivated me to take a deeper dive into the mind-body connection of pain. … Continue reading →

In the pursuit of holistic wellness, various traditional techniques have resurfaced to address modern-day discomforts. Gua Sha, an ancient Chinese therapy, has gained recognition for its ability to lessen pain and tension by promoting blood circulation and releasing muscle tightness. … Continue reading →

Today’s article explores the scientific evidence supporting the value of Gua Sha therapy, including studies on its effects on circulation, pain relief, inflammation reduction and the fascia. Upfront, though, I want to let you know that I am not a … Continue reading →

Gua Sha tools are instruments used in a traditional Chinese medicine technique known as Gua Sha. Gua Sha is a therapeutic method that involves scraping or rubbing the skin with a smooth-edged tool to promote blood circulation and alleviate various … Continue reading →

Last week’s article introduced the Graston Technique. Today’s article discusses the tools utilized in this particular technique. Before we continue, I want to let you know that I am not a medical professional, and what follows should not be taken … Continue reading →

The Graston Technique is a form of manual therapy that involves the use of specialized tools to massage and manipulate the fascia and soft tissues in the body. As discussed in past articles, the fascia is the connective tissue that … Continue reading →

Rolfing, also known as Structural Integration, is a form of bodywork that focuses on manipulating and reorganizing the connective tissues (i.e., the fascia) in our body. Dr. Ida P. Rolf, a biochemist, developed this approach in the mid-20th century. And … Continue reading →

Deep tissue massage is a type of massage therapy that focuses on reaching deeper layers of muscles and connective tissue. The fascia is a key component of connective tissue within our body. Before going further, I want to let you … Continue reading →

Foam rolling is a form of self-myofascial release that involves using a foam roller to apply pressure to specific areas of the body, targeting muscles and fascia. As discussed previously, the fascia is the connective tissue that surrounds and supports … Continue reading →

Manual therapies that involve the fascia for pain relief are often referred to as myofascial release techniques. Last time, we discussed how the fascia was this web-like network within our body, and is a connective tissue that surrounds muscles, bones, … Continue reading →