by John Reimer | Body Smart Health
To recap the progression of pain and muscle dysfunction, remember that something (emotional or physical) first triggers muscular tension in a specific area. Left untreated, your body will begin using another area to compensate in order to avoid aggravating the tensed...
by John Reimer | Body Smart Health
As mentioned in Part 1 of this series, your body will learn to overcompensate for weakened, painful and tightened muscles. Over time, connective tissues (called fascia) form lines of strain along these contracted, tense muscles. Think of fascia as a net that holds...
by John Reimer | Body Smart Health
A car accident, a dietary change, a stressful event, or exercising with the wrong form – these are all factors that can trigger tension throughout your body. Over time, this tension can progress to such a severity that requires the help of a healthcare...
by John Reimer | Body Smart Health, Breathing, Circulation, Featured, Massage Therapy, Therapy
Air is the most critical element for humans, with water following a close second as the source of all life. Its no wonder that many of us take our ability to breath clean and fresh air for granted. Body Smart Health would like you to start breathing consciously and...
by John Reimer | Active, Back Pain, Body Smart Health, Circulation, Featured, Infographic, Massage Therapy, Sense of Touch, Strengthen Immune System
LIFE GETS BUSY, and sooner or later it takes over! And not in a good way. Between your attempt to make ends meet, running a household, keeping your family together and not forgetting to have some fun occasionally – it is all too easy to forget about yourself, your...
