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Bringing Self-Care Into Your Busy Life
Discover how to fit foam rolling into your busy schedule with the art of habit stacking. Learn how making these small tweaks can help make your self-care habits more consistent.
Is Your “Sinus Headache” Really Coming from Your Neck?
Think your sinus headache is neck pain instead? Discover how SCM massage at Balanced Bodywork San Diego relieves headaches, eye pressure, and jaw tension.
Your Dehydration May Be Causing Your Plantar Fasciitis
Learn how dehydration worsens plantar fasciitis and how hydration plus massage can ease foot pain. San Diego foot pain relief starts here.
Why Foam Rolling Your IT Band Won’t Fix Your Hip or Knee Pain
Foam rolling your IT band won’t fix knee or hip pain. Learn why the TFL muscle holds the key to real relief—and how massage can help.
Ice vs. Heat Therapy: When to Use Each for Pain Relief
Not sure when to use ice vs. heat for injuries or pain? Learn the key differences, rule of thumb, and how to ease muscle soreness or inflammation safely.
What Exactly Is a Trigger Point?
Discover what trigger points are, why they cause pain, and how massage therapy helps release them. Learn the root causes and solutions for lasting relief.
5 Simple Ways to Support Your Lymphatic System Every Day
Feeling sluggish or puffy? Try these 5 simple lymphatic drainage exercises to boost circulation, reduce heaviness, and restore natural energy.