Alleviating Bodyworks

Alleviating Bodyworks Kayla McBride NC LMBT #22673 VA LMT #19020871
Take self care and pain relief to the next level. Members of the AMTA and AMBP.

🌿 Herniated Disc? Massage Therapy May Help Ease the Tension. 🌿A herniated disc can cause pain, stiffness, muscle tightne...
06/11/2026

🌿 Herniated Disc? Massage Therapy May Help Ease the Tension. 🌿

A herniated disc can cause pain, stiffness, muscle tightness, numbness, tingling, or discomfort that radiates into the arms or legs. While massage therapy cannot “put a disc back in place” or cure a herniated disc, it can help address many of the muscular symptoms that often accompany the condition.

Massage therapy may help by:

💆‍♀️ Reducing muscle tension and guarding around the affected area
💆‍♀️ Improving circulation to tight and sore muscles
💆‍♀️ Increasing flexibility and mobility
💆‍♀️ Helping decrease pain and discomfort caused by muscle tightness
💆‍♀️ Promoting relaxation and reducing stress, which can contribute to pain perception

Every body is different, and when working with clients who have herniated discs, comfort and safety are always the priority. Sessions can be adapted to your individual needs and tolerance levels.

If muscle tension is adding to your discomfort, massage therapy may be a valuable part of your overall wellness routine.

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Sticker of the Day 💆‍♀️✨In a world full of hustle, stress, and endless to-do lists, massage therapists get to be the cal...
06/11/2026

Sticker of the Day 💆‍♀️✨

In a world full of hustle, stress, and endless to-do lists, massage therapists get to be the calm in the chaos.

We help ease pain, reduce stress, improve mobility, and remind people what it feels like to relax for a change. Not a bad way to spend the day. 💙

Here’s to helping people feel better, one session at a time.

Book your session today and experience the difference!

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☀️ Just a small peek into what your Outer Banks vacation could look like…Imagine spending the day exploring the beaches ...
06/11/2026

☀️ Just a small peek into what your Outer Banks vacation could look like…

Imagine spending the day exploring the beaches of Kill Devil Hills, soaking up the sun, walking the shoreline, and making memories with family and friends. Then, instead of ending the day tired, sore, and worn out, you unwind with a relaxing massage right where you’re staying.

Whether you’re visiting Kill Devil Hills, Nags Head, Kitty Hawk, Southern Shores, or Duck, I bring professional massage therapy to you so you can spend less time driving and more time enjoying your vacation.

Vacation is about relaxing—let me help make that happen.

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💙 Sticker of the Day💙Life gets busy, and sometimes the people who seem the strongest are carrying the heaviest loads. A ...
06/10/2026

💙 Sticker of the Day💙

Life gets busy, and sometimes the people who seem the strongest are carrying the heaviest loads. A simple text, phone call, or “Hey, how are you really doing?” can mean more than you know.

While you’re checking on your friends, don’t forget to check in with yourself too. Stress, tension, and emotional strain have a way of showing up in our bodies. Taking time for self-care isn’t selfish—it’s necessary.

Today, reach out to someone you care about. You never know how much that small act of kindness might brighten their day. 💙

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Calling all “my back hurts for no reason” people 👀😂You know who you are.The ones who:• Bent down once and made a sound t...
06/10/2026

Calling all “my back hurts for no reason” people 👀😂

You know who you are.

The ones who:
• Bent down once and made a sound they’ve never made before 🧍‍♀️💥
• Rolled out of bed like it was a tactical operation 😴
• Said “it’s just a little tight” for the past 3 weeks straight
• Cough/sneeze and suddenly feel their entire spine negotiate with them 🤧
• Think stretching once counts as a full recovery plan 🙃

Back pain really said: “I live here now.” 🏠😂

If your back is constantly tight, sore, or acting like it pays rent, massage therapy can help ease muscle tension, improve mobility, and help your body feel a little more like itself again. 💆‍♀️

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✨ Sticker of the Day ✨Sometimes we get so busy taking care of everyone else that we forget to celebrate ourselves.Today,...
06/09/2026

✨ Sticker of the Day ✨

Sometimes we get so busy taking care of everyone else that we forget to celebrate ourselves.

Today, do something that makes YOU proud. Maybe it’s taking a walk, drinking more water, stretching for a few minutes, or finally booking that massage you’ve been putting off.

Small steps count. Progress counts. Taking care of yourself counts.

Make yourself proud today—not by being perfect, but by showing up for yourself.

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🌿 Whiplash: Possible Long-Term Effects (Including Frozen Shoulder) 🌿Whiplash is more than just a “sore neck” after an ac...
06/09/2026

🌿 Whiplash: Possible Long-Term Effects (Including Frozen Shoulder) 🌿

Whiplash is more than just a “sore neck” after an accident or sudden impact. It can affect the muscles, joints, and soft tissues of the neck and upper back—and if it isn’t properly addressed, it may contribute to longer-term complications.

In some cases, untreated or poorly managed whiplash can lead to ongoing dysfunction such as:

⚠️ Chronic neck and shoulder pain
⚠️ Persistent stiffness and reduced range of motion
⚠️ Muscle imbalances and protective “guarding” patterns
⚠️ Headaches that continue long after the initial injury
⚠️ Referred pain into the shoulders and upper back
⚠️ Increased risk of developing conditions like frozen shoulder (adhesive capsulitis) due to prolonged immobility and compensation patterns

Frozen shoulder can develop when the shoulder becomes increasingly stiff and painful over time, often limiting movement and daily function. While it doesn’t happen in every case, prolonged compensation and lack of mobility after injury may contribute to it.

Massage therapy may help support the body by:

💆‍♀️ Reducing muscle tension and protective guarding patterns
💆‍♀️ Improving circulation to tight and restricted areas
💆‍♀️ Supporting mobility in the neck, shoulders, and upper back
💆‍♀️ Helping decrease discomfort related to chronic tightness
💆‍♀️ Encouraging relaxation and improved movement patterns over time

Each session is tailored to the individual and their stage of healing, with comfort and safety always prioritized.

If you’ve experienced whiplash and are still dealing with lingering pain or stiffness, addressing it early can help support better long-term outcomes.

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“I don’t know why my knees hurt…” 🤷‍♀️Also me:• Squats down to look at something and makes sound effects getting back up...
06/08/2026

“I don’t know why my knees hurt…” 🤷‍♀️

Also me:
• Squats down to look at something and makes sound effects getting back up 🦵😂
• Uses the stairs like I’m training for a marathon 🏃‍♀️
• Sits cross-legged in every chair possible 🥨
• Thinks jumping off the tailgate is faster than using the step 🚚
• Says “I’m fine” after bumping my knee for the third time today 😅

The case remains unsolved. 🔎😂

While massage can’t fix every knee problem, addressing tight muscles in the quads, hamstrings, calves, and hips can help reduce tension that may be contributing to knee discomfort.

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💬 Sticker of the DaySome people talk to plants.Some people talk to animals.I talk to muscles.And during every massage, t...
06/08/2026

💬 Sticker of the Day

Some people talk to plants.
Some people talk to animals.

I talk to muscles.

And during every massage, they tell me a story.

That tight shoulder? It may be carrying stress from long days.
That aching neck? It might be tired of hours spent looking at screens.
Those sore hips? They could be working overtime to make up for other areas that aren’t moving well.

The good news? Sometimes all it takes is the right touch and a little listening.

If your muscles have been trying to tell you something, I’m here to help translate. 😉

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“I don’t know why my neck hurts…” 🤷‍♀️Also me:• Looking down at my phone for 6 hours a day 📱• Sleeping with 4 pillows st...
06/07/2026

“I don’t know why my neck hurts…” 🤷‍♀️

Also me:
• Looking down at my phone for 6 hours a day 📱
• Sleeping with 4 pillows stacked to the ceiling 😴
• Holding my phone between my ear and shoulder ☎️
• Working on a laptop that’s 6 inches too low 💻
• Turning my whole upper body into a question mark ❓

Yep… total mystery. 😂

If your neck feels stiff, tight, or constantly achy, your muscles might be asking for a little attention.

Massage therapy can help relieve tension, improve mobility, and make looking left and right feel normal again. 💆‍♀️

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