Massage Inspires Massage Therapy

Since reopening last spring i have been incredibly busy and have developed tendonitis. My doctor has recommended a leave of absence. I hope to return to the office in September. I apologize to anyone needing to see me sooner- i will try to heal as quickly as possible to be ready for you soon. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

These pointsettas seem to really like it at my office

Now offering monthly memberships for 60min or 90min sessions. Get regular bodywork and save 15% over the per-session rates.
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Now you can use your HSA (Healthy Savings Card) credit card as payment for your massage sessions. Now accepting HSA cards.

Doing specific work on neck and shoulder muscles at my massage studio in Smyrna Georgia

I will be out of town this Friday 21st, Saturday 22nd, and Monday 24th. Back in the office on Wednesday 26th. I apologize to anyone who has to wait a few days to be seen. Thank you for your patience. Be well and have a great weekend

This is my interview with Voyage ATL - http://voyageatl.com/interview/meet-jeffrey-jacoby-of-massage-inspires-in-smyrna/

Meet Jeffrey Jacoby of Massage Inspires in Smyrna – Voyage ATL Today we’d like to introduce you to Jeffrey Jacoby. So, before we jump into specific questions about the business, why don’t you give us some details about you and your story. In early 1999, I experienced a life-changing event. A family member was living with crippling back pain, receiving little or...

Biophotons: The Human Body Emits, Communicates with, and is Made from Light I M Power Absent Limits

Fear is boring, and other tips for living a creative life "Eat Pray Love" author Elizabeth Gilbert shares 11 ways to think smartly about creativity and how to live a meaningful creative life.

Being grateful is good for u

6 Surprising Reasons Why Gratitude is Great for Your Health There are millions of reasons to feel grateful. Acknowledge them all, big and small, on Thanksgiving day and every day, and you just may put yourself on the path to better health.

Spring time allergy problems can be helped by receiving aromatherapy massage. I add oils to boost the immune system and encourage detoxification. Also include acupressure on the sinus points to help relieve pressure.

Apologies to all of you who I had to reschedule during my recovery from surgery - I hope to be back in the office massaging on Monday 23rd. Sorry for any inconvenience- this recovery has taken much longer than I had anticipated

Great information about garlic - its a great way to boost your immune system during the cold winter months when our bodies are subjected to extreme temperatures and drying artificially heated air in our homes

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Employee appreciation day at the Federal Home Loan building on Peachtree Street - they were very glad to see us!

This is a great list to have on hand

15 Healthiest Foods to Stock in Your Kitchen Year-Round Processed foods are never a good option for optimal nutrition -- here are 15 healthy food items Dr. Mercola highly recommends.

Getting a massage once every 4-6 weeks keeps stress levels down and your health level UP! How long has it been since your last session?

So many good reasons to do yoga- Joseph Campbell gives another.

Open on Monday Labor Day 9-2-14.Text me at 770-337-9426 for appointment options or Email me at [email protected]

Massage Inspires Massage Therapy Massage therapy is one of the quickest, safest and most direct paths to better health and relaxation. Manage and alleviate many uncomfortable conditions and uncover the person you really are. Explore massage therapy for better health and a new you.

Have u had your daily dose of meditation yet today?

January is a great time to start including regular massage therapy into your health care regimen.
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Sciatica vs. Piriformis Syndrome
by Dr. George Best

Sciatica and piriformis syndrome can seem quite similar, parularly in terms of symptoms, and this similarity in how they feel has caused considerable confusion for doctors and patients alike. Some individuals have stated that they are actually the same thing, but despite similarities in symptoms, the underlying causes of the two conditions are different.

Sciatica refers to irritation of the sciatic (often mis-spelled as syatic or psyatic) nerve, that arises from nerve roots in the lumbar spine. The most common cause of sciatic nerve irritation, or "true" sciatica is compression of one or more of its component nerve roots due to disc herniation or spinal degeneration in the lower lumbar region. Sciatica usually begins in the buttock area and, depending on the severity of the underlying nerve comression and inflammation, may extend down the entire leg to the ankle and foot.

Piriformis syndrome is sometimes called false sciatica, because instead of actual nerve irritation, it is caused by referral pain.) caused by tight knots of contraction in the piriformis muscle, which attaches to the upper femur bone and then runs across the back of the pelvis to the outside edge of the sacrum, the triangular pelvic bone at the base of the spine. The symptoms of piriformis syndrome are very similar and may be indistinguishable from true sciatica.

In some cases, piriformis syndrome may cause true sciatic nerve irritation, as the sciatic nerve may run underneath or even through the middle of the piriformis, so contraction of the piriformis may produce sufficient compression of the sciatic nerve to produce actual nerve symptoms. This is one of the main sources of confusion when it comes to distinguishing true sciatica from piriformis syndrome.

As mentioned earlier, the symptoms of true sciatica are very similar to piriformis syndrome. Both cause pain, tingling, burning, "electrical shock" sensations, and/or numbness down the leg, often all the way to the foot. In addition, both sciatica and piriformis syndrome tend to be at least partially related to biomechanical functional problems in the joints of the back and pelvis and they may even be present simultaneously in the same person, so it an be difficult to tell them apart.

But since the most effective treatment for the two conditions varies signficantly, it is important to determine the correct diagnosis if at all possible. In most cases there is an easy way to distinguish between sciatica and piriformis syndrome.

In most cases, sciatica can be differentiated from piriformis syndrome with a couple of simple test maneuvers. To begin, from a seated position, one straightens the knee on the side of sciatic pain, holding the leg out straight and parallel to the floor, and if this position causes an increas in symptoms, it is a good indicator of true sciatica.

The second maneuver is done in two parts. First, from the sitting position one bends the leg and pulls the knee on the painful side towards the same-side shoulder. In all but the most severe cases, there is usually no major increase in pain in this position. The second part of the maneuver is to pull the knee toward the opposite side shoulder. An increase in the sciatica-like symptoms is a strong indication of piriformis syndrome.

It is important to distinguish between sciatica and piriformis syndrome, because the treatment for the conditions varies, and getting the diagnosis right typically leads to more effective treatment.

THE TENNIS BALL AND PAIN RELIEF

Having a ball as you relieve your sore and tight muscles




Who can benefit from myofascial ball therapy? EVERYONE! Tennis balls are one of the most recommended physical therapy tools for recovery and rehabilitation of soft tissue dysfunction.

They are simple to use, readily available, and one of the most inexpensive physical therapy tools you can buy. “How-to” videos, pictures, and articles for treatment routines covering virtually every part of the body are available online for free.

These resources are good to take a look at and offer techniques to treat specific areas, but you don't really need much instruction.

The basic procedure is to identify and target the sore and tight areas of your body, and with the ball supported by the floor or a wall or your hand, let that targeted area SLOWLY sink onto the ball. You will feel some discomfort as the tissue fibers are being released from their contracted state.

Concentrate on relaxing as much as possible and hold the area for at least 10 seconds. Release the pressure, take a breath and repeat. At least 10 seconds is beneficial, but longer periods are recommended. You can remain stationary, or shifting your body slightly as you continue to relax, roll around on the targeted area.


Trigger point ball therapy can release the tight knotted sore muscles brought on by work that involves repetitive motion such as bending over, sitting at a desk, or driving. Also known as "small ball therapy," it will provide the deep soft tissue pe*******on for trigger point and self-myofascial release, as well as accomplish various degrees of joint mobilization.

Essentially, using what is known as Tennis Ball Therapy, a person will use their body weight against the balls to provide the soft tissue manipulation (massage) and joint mobilization. The ball can be placed on the floor or table and treat the entire body, on chairs (hamstrings & glutes), or against a wall (back, shoulders, arms.) For your jaw and head - use your hand, to place pressure on the ball.

You can keep a few balls handy in the car or at work and use them anytime throughout the day when you have a few free minutes.


What type of ball should you use for tennis ball therapy? The type and size of therapy balls a person uses depends on that individual's needs and the portion of the body that will be treated.

An active 30 year old attending crossfit 3+ times a week may require dense hard balls to effectively treat most of their body, and a 55 year old that sits at a desk for hours may require softer balls to achieve the best therapy. Although any ball is better than none, everyone should have a variety of sizes and densities to work the different areas of the body. Myofascial therapy balls can be as small as a lacrosse ball or as large as a basketball (both are great to use and provide different levels of therapeutic manipulation.)
MyoTools offers low cost therapy balls MyoBalls, made of closed cell foam in a variety of sizes and densities to accommodate different parts of the body and degrees of pe*******on needed for trigger point and myofascial release. They are lightweight, nontoxic, recyclable, and are easily and quickly cleaned by washing and towel drying.

"Many times I've heard claims that the material of a massage tool is “special,” and found the claim to be as inflated as the price. But these balls not only do feel kind of special to me, but they are inexpensive as well"
Paul Ingraham, RMT http://www.saveyourself.ca

The lightweight and compact ShiatsuBag was created for tennis ball massage using multiple balls of varying density and size which provides several advantages over a single ball. It provides a platform of balls that simultaneously conforms to any supporting surface and to your body, allowing you to relax and maximize the myofascial and trigger point release of each area. It combines the benefits of both foam rolling and tennis ball therapy and can be easily modified for your individual needs.

Why trigger points form is not completely understood but they are an accumulation of microscopic sacromeres (component of muscle fiber) remaining in a contracted state with restricted blood flow which means the waste products remain while the tissue is starved of oxygen rich blood. There are several types of trigger points, each with different characteristics as they develop over time. The challenge of effectively self treating them is pinpointing their location. Larger painful knots may be easy enough to find, however some trigger points refer pain via nerves to other locations and treating those spots will do nothing to eliminate the cause.
The best method to break down the contracted sacromeres is by gradually applying increasing pressure to the trigger point. A person trained in trigger point therapy reportedly can pinpoint not just the obvious knots, but also the latent and referral trigger points. The most common areas in the human body that trigger points tend to be concentrated have been "mapped" and published charts are available.
Besides using therapy balls for self treatment, a number of other self-massage and self-myofascial products are recommended. The most common is the foam-roller readily available at most sporting goods and fitness shops. Foam rollers provide great self massage and self myofascial release (SMFR) and are able to locate trigger points with their "widescan" capability. However, they really don't do a good job of trigger point release due to the fact they don't allow the user to precisely apply slow increasing concentrated pressure to small targeted areas. For instance, because of their large surface area in contact with the body, they cannot effectively pe*****te recessed "pockets" such as between the vertebrae and scapula.
The "Rumble Roller," a modified foam roller that has protruding "thumbs" is much better at pinpointing triggerpoints than the typical foam roller, but it does cost significantly more ($45-70) and they are not usually stocked in local stores. Another new product called "The Grid Revolutionary Roller" makes similar claims, but its design is not nearly as good and it costs about the same ($45.00) as the small size Rumble Roller. Another is called "Travel Roller."
However, neither of these products can conform to the irregular areas areas of the body that a Shiatsubag can, such as the sides of the neck, the face, and the masseter (jaw muscle) where trigger points are also concentrated.