How Often Should You Get a Massage? A Guide by Goal & Lifestyle

Massage therapy is one of the simplest and most effective ways to care for your body and mind.

Massage TechniquesJax Media TeamDecember 2, 2025Stress Relief and Relaxation, Pain Management and Injury Recovery, Athletes and Active Lifestyles

Seasonal Self-Care: Why Winter Is the Best Time to Start a Massage Routine

When the temperatures drop and the days grow shorter, it’s easy to let self-care slide

Massage TechniquesJax Media TeamNovember 18, 2025Seasonal Self-Care, Massage Routine, Combat Winter Stiffness, Boost Your Immune System

Cupping Therapy 101: What It Is & Why It’s Trending in Wellness

If you’ve seen athletes or celebrities with round, reddish marks on their backs and shoulders, you’ve probably already seen the results of cupping therapy.

Massage TechniquesJax Media TeamNovember 5, 2025Cupping Therapy 101, Benefits of Cupping Therapy

The Science of Stress Relief: How Massage Impacts Cortisol & Endorphins

We all know the feeling: tight shoulders after a long day, a racing mind that won’t quiet down, or the weight of stress that seems to linger no matter what you do. Stress is more than just an inconvenience—it’s a physiological response that can affect your mood, sleep, and overall health.

Massage TechniquesJax Media TeamOctober 21, 2025Stress Relief, Stress Management, Why Touch Matters, Cortisol and Endorphins, Science of Stress Relief

How Massage Therapy Can Boost Immunity

When most people think of massage, they think of relaxation, stress relief, and easing sore muscles. While those benefits are certainly true, there’s another powerful effect of massage that often goes overlooked: its ability to support your immune system.

Massage TechniquesJax Media TeamOctober 7, 2025Boost Immunity, Stress-Immune Connection, Boosting Circulation, Increasing Natural Killer Cells

Deep Tissue vs. Swedish Massage: Which Is Right for Your Needs?

Massage therapy isn’t one-size-fits-all. The right type of massage depends on your body, your goals, and even your lifestyle. At Massage Theory, two of the most requested services we offer are Swedish massage and deep tissue massage. While they may look similar on the surface, these two techniques serve very different purposes.

Massage TechniquesJax Media TeamSeptember 16, 2025Massage Theory Approach, Choose the Right Massage, Deep Tissue Massage, Swedish massage

Massage Therapy for Desk Workers: Easing Neck, Shoulder & Back Pain

If you spend most of your day sitting at a desk, you’re not alone. Millions of people work long hours in front of computers, often without realizing the toll it takes on their bodies. That familiar stiffness in your neck, the ache in your shoulders, or the dull pain in your lower back—these are all common complaints among desk workers.

Massage TechniquesJax Media TeamSeptember 3, 2025Therapy for Desk Workers, neck, Lower Back Pain Relief through Massage, back pain, neck pain, shoulder pain, pain relief, Massage in Pain Management

Prenatal Massage Myths (and What’s Actually Safe): Separating Fact from Fiction

When you’re expecting, it’s normal to have questions about what’s safe for you and your baby, especially around prenatal care options like prenatal massage.

Massage TechniquesJax Media TeamAugust 19, 2025Prenatal Massage Myths, Prenatal Massage Causes, All Massage Therapists