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  Stretching and Flexibility Go Hand in Hand
  Posted on May 17, 2016 by Mark the Spot Massage
  Stretching before and after exercise, as well as on a regular basis during periods of inactivity will give you better posture, and fewer aches and pains.
  Stretching increases blood flow and circulation to your muscles, but it also gives your brain a boost according to wellness experts, often leaving those who stretch feeling cheerier.
  Periods of inactivity such as sitting are hard on your glutes and hip flexors, so standing up to stretch can keep them limber and less prone to injury when you do exercise.
  You need a healthy, flexible back for nearly every type of activity, so giving your back a good stretch can prevent injury.
  One of the best benefits of stretching is better balance. Especially for older people, stretching can bring your body back into balance which can help prevent falls.
  If, after stretching, you are still feeling tight, sore, or your range of motion isn't what it should be, come in for a good neuromuscular massage. Massage reduces pain and increases range of motion.
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  What's the Difference in Massage Styles?
  Posted on September 1, 2015 by Mark the Spot Massage
  I often get the question, "Why go to a neuromuscular massage therapist?" The answer lies mainly in the type of massage you want, and the benefit it provides.
  Let's look at a couple of specific types of massages, and what they will do for you.
  Swedish massage is perhaps the most common type of massage therapy and involves long, gliding strokes over the entire body. This type of massage increases the blood flow and provides a generally, relaxing experience.
  Swedish massage reduces stress, lowers blood pressure, and boosts the immune system because it stimulates the number of white blood cells that fight infection.
  Trigger point therapy is designed to ease tightness within a constricted muscle that may refer pain to another part of the body.
  Cycles of isolated, increasing pressure followed by release results in an easing of pain in vulnerable areas such as the head and neck.
  Deep tissue massage uses greater pressure on the muscles to focus on the tissue, tendons and fascia which will help relieve chronic muscle tension.
  Deep tissue massage is beneficial in lowering blood pressure and by boosting mood and relaxation by triggering the release of oxytocin and serotonin.
  Neuromuscular massage is also a deep tissue technique that focuses on restoring strength and range of motion to an area of overuse or injury.
  Neuromuscular massage is not always as comfortable or relaxing as a Swedish massage, but the after effects are.
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