by Domenic Lopez | Apr 10, 2023 | other self care ideas
COVID-19 safety measures for Massage Therapy at Healthy Moves Thank you for visiting Healthy Moves. In the interest of protecting you, myself and everyone coming through my work space, I have implemented the following procedures. Please read through these procedures...
by Domenic Lopez | Feb 4, 2021 | Stretching
Why Stretch the calf muscles The main muscle of the calf, the gastrocnemius, crosses the knee joint (behind the knee) and the ankle joint via the Achilles tendon. Two very strong calf muscles blend to make the Achilles tendon. Via the Achilles tendon these two muscles...
by Domenic Lopez | Feb 1, 2021 | Home Exercise Ideas, other self care ideas, Stretching
Reduce heel pain by massaging and stretching the foot. Heel pain and/or plantar fasciitis are common foot ailments. They are sometimes one and the same problem, though heel pain can come from various other causes. The plantar fascia is a fibrous band of tissue that...
by Domenic Lopez | Dec 30, 2020 | other self care ideas
Regular exercise helps regulate the immune system. How does exercise help enhance your immune response? In a nutshell: Physical activity increases blood flow, which has the immediate effect of releasing and distributing immune cells throughout the body. This, of...
