by Mamak Shakib | Jul 23, 2018 | Blog
I use Active Release Technique or A.R.T. as a modality for functional rehabilitation to restore normal movement and glide between muscles, tendons, ligaments, fascia and nerves. It is used for specific conditions that cause pain and restriction in...
by Mamak Shakib | Jan 25, 2022 | Blog
Most of us are familiar with the saying “no pain, no gain!” But what does that mean in reference to massage? Is it about deep pressure, deep tissue? Are the two even equal? Is there a cost to a “no pain no gain” mentality? How deep is a deep tissue massage supposed to...
by Mamak Shakib | Nov 30, 2021 | Blog
“Disc injuries” is a general term for conditions such as herniated disc, slipped disc, or bulging disc; this when in the lower back spine can sometimes cause sciatica and pain down the leg along the path of the sciatic nerve. When seeking care for a herniated disc, a...
by Mamak Shakib | Nov 16, 2021 | Blog
You have shoulder pain and are wondering if you have rotator cuff tendonitis. The rotator cuff is not one, but 4 muscles in your shoulder joint, and is the area of complaint for many non-athletes. Let’s discuss why that is as well as the following: What is rotator...
by Mamak Shakib | Sep 21, 2021 | Blog
Living with lower back pain is bad and when it interferes with running, it is on a whole different level regardless of if you are new to running or are a veteran. Before we get into it more in detail, please understand that lower back pain can be a symptom of what is...
