Category: Barefoot Massage Santa Barbara Goleta

Insertional Achilles Tendinitis

chris November 26, 2021November 27, 2021

Insertional Achilles tendinitis involves the lower portion of the heel, where the tendon attaches (inserts) to the heel bone. In both non insertional and insertional Achilles tendinitis, damaged tendon fibers may also calcify (harden). Bone spurs (extra bone growth) often form with insertional Achilles tendinitis. Insertional Achilles Tendinitis is pain and inflammation at the insertion of the Achilles Tendon on the heel bone. It is often associated with swelling, redness, and calcium buildup (small bump) located at the back of the heel (see picture). Pressure at the back of the heel tends to be sensitive and painful. In the clinic, some of my clients often report that certain tight shoes might cause more pain in this area from the pressure and have to sometimes resort to open back shoes.

Abductor Digiti Minimi (foot)

chris July 25, 2019November 17, 2022

The abductor digiti minimi (abductor minimi digiti, abductor digiti quinti) is a muscle which lies along the lateral (outer) border of the foot, and is in relation by its medial margin with the lateral plantar artery, vein and nerves. Its homolog in the arm is the abductor digiti minimi muscle in the hand. Latin: Musculus abductor digiti minimi pedisAntagonist: Flexor digiti minimi brevis muscle

Massage Therapy – PRO Therapeutic Massage in Santa Barbara, Goleta

chris April 18, 2019March 3, 2021

Therapeutic massage is a general term that describes any type of massage modality that helps relieve pain, reduce stress, and work on a specific problem—such as a frozen shoulder. People tend to assume therapeutic massage means deep tissue massage, and that they will get a very strong massage.

Barefoot Massage / Ashiatsu in Santa Barbara, Goleta, Ca. (Deeper than Deep)

chris February 13, 2019March 18, 2021

Barefoot massage uses deep strokes from the therapists’ feet. It is a western version of an ancient form of bodywork, with roots dating back thousands of years from cultures across Asia, India, Africa, and the Pacific Rim. The therapist delivers deep, broad, consistent pressure while utilizing their feet and body weight.

Barefoot Massage in Santa Barbara, Goleta, Ca.

chris November 13, 2017November 15, 2022

In Ashiatsu, the practitioner uses their feet to deliver treatment. The name comes from the Japanese, ashi for foot and atsu for pressure.. This technique typically uses the heel, sesamoid, arch, and/or whole plantar surface of the foot, and offers large compression, tension, and shear forces with less pressure than an elbow, and is ideal for large muscles, such as in thigh, or for long-duration upper trapezius compressions

Massage for Back Pain, Santa Barbara, Ca.

chris October 28, 2017April 4, 2021

The following factors are linked to a higher risk of developing low back pain:

A mentally stressful job
Pregnancy – pregnant women are much more likely to get back pain
A sedentary lifestyle
Age – older adults are more susceptible than young adults or children
Anxiety
Depression
Gender – back pain is more common among females than males
Obesity and overweight
Smoking
Strenuous physical exercise (especially if not done properly)
Strenuous physical work.

Persistent fevers.
Unplanned weight loss.
Blood in the stool or urine.
Progressive numbness or weakness in the legs.
Inability to urinate or have a bowel movement.
Loss of bowel/bladder control.
Pain at night.
Sexual dysfunction.