Ripple Effect Massage Therapy & Wellness

06/19/2026

A new study suggests everyday movements may cause temporary back flares, but not long-term damage — so you can stay active without fear.

06/19/2026

Hearing loss is on the rise and it is more common than you think. Loud sounds can damage your ears, leading to hearing loss or ringing in the ears (tinnitus).

Check out WHO’s tips to protect your hearing and care for your ears:

✅ Protect your hearing
✅ Get regular hearing check-ups
✅ Use assistive technology if recommended
✅ Request a hearing test for your children or anyone above age 50

06/15/2026

Is your health being ensured not just by hospitals and clinics, but also by policies across sectors, from education to infrastructure?

Your health needs must be met through comprehensive actions by all the systems around you.

06/12/2026

Is your access to healthcare limited to diagnosis and treatment?

Actively promoting your good health and protecting you against the risk of potential disease are important aspects of your healthcare.

06/09/2026

Whether it's dancing 💃🏾, hiking 🥾 , running, playing with your pet 🐶 or gardening 🌱, exploring different options can lead you to something that resonates with you. Don’t give up on trying new activities until you discover what brings you joy.

Have you found the right one yet?

06/09/2026

Relaxation massage relieves the physical symptoms of stress!

Stress can cause:

❤️‍🩹 headaches
❤️‍🩹 neck and shoulder pain
❤️‍🩹 lack of appetite
❤️‍🩹 back pain
❤️‍🩹 a heavy chest
❤️‍🩹 tight muscles
❤️‍🩹 an upset stomach

Pausing, breathing, and reflecting through slow breathing techniques can help to reduce stress

06/09/2026

Depression doesn't just affect your mood; it can also contribute to or intensify physical pain. Learn how depression and pain are connected and why treatment matters....

06/09/2026

Key takeaways Mechanical tension and mechanotransduction are currently the strongest evidence-based explanations for how muscles get bigger. Current evidence suggests that anabolic hormones, cell swelling (“pump”), and metabolites have little to no effect on muscle hypertrophy. A Canadian exerci...

06/06/2026

Thank you for all of the folks, friends and community partners that came by to celebrate DURHAM PRIDE!

06/06/2026

With over 15 years of clinical experience and extensive study of massage therapy research, I'm committed to creating resources that foster the professional development of massage therapists globally. The following list highlights a substantial body of evidence supporting the use of massage therapy i