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Professional therapeutic massage therapy in Kansas City, MO by Aaron Harris, BCTMB

Tag: prenatal

Prenatal massage as part of pregnancy self care

What is a Prenatal Massage?

A prenatal massage is one that is designed specifically for a session during pregnancy. Let’s face it, pregnancy wreaks havoc on a person’s body. Hormonal changes, weight gain, and unusual pressure in the abdomen that can block blood supply to

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Muscle cramps can happen during an intense workout, like running in a marathon.

Spasms, Cramps, and Massage

A spasm or cramp is an involuntary contraction of a voluntary/skeletal muscle. Spasms and cramps are essentially the same thing, though often massage therapists and clients will describe a prolonged cramp as “being in spasm.” What Causes a Spasm or

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