Is Cupping Better Than Regular Massage?
Honestly, it depends on what you are trying to accomplish. If you are looking for a relaxing massage to help you unwind and de-stress, a regular Swedish massage is usually the better fit. But if you are dealing with chronic muscle tension, stubborn tightness, or pain that keeps coming back, cupping massage often works better […]
How Often Should You Get a Massage (Especially If You’re on a Budget)?
If you’ve ever walked out of a massage thinking, “Wow… I really needed that. I should come in more often,” and then didn’t, you’re not alone. Most people are trying to balance feeling better with real life. Time, money, and schedules all play a role. So how often should you get a massage if you […]
How Often Should You Get a Massage for Neck Pain?
If you are dealing with ongoing tension, you have probably wondered how often to get a massage for neck pain. Maybe you had a session that helped, felt amazing for a few days, and then noticed everything slowly tightening back up again. That can feel frustrating. It can also make you question whether massage is […]
Types of Neck Pain: What Your Neck Is Trying to Tell You
Not all neck pain feels the same, and once you start noticing the different types of neck pain, it gets a little easier to make sense of what your body is doing. That dull ache at the base of your skull, the tight pulling along one side, or that heavy, weighed-down feeling across your shoulders […]
Neck Pain After Massage: Why It Comes Back and What You Can Do
Neck pain after massage is one of the most frustrating things, you finally do the thing. You book the massage, you show up, you melt into the table… and for a little while, your neck actually feels normal again. Then a day or two later, it creeps back in. That tight, achy, “why am I […]
Desk Job Neck and Shoulder Pain? Start Here
If you’re dealing with desk job neck and shoulder pain, you’re not alone. Sitting at a computer all day can lead to tight, achy shoulders and a stiff neck that just won’t go away. This is one of the most common issues I see in massage. And no, the solution is not just more pressure. […]
Olympic Recovery Secrets: Why Athletes Love Cupping and You Might Too
Every time the Olympics roll around, something new captures everyone’s attention. One year it is an underdog gymnast. Another year it is a swimmer breaking records. And then there was the year the world collectively asked, “What are those purple circles on their backs?” When swimmers like Michael Phelps showed up with unmistakable circular marks […]
Valentine’s Day Massage for People Who’d Rather Relax Than Do Roses
Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to be all roses, prix-fixe dinners, and awkward gift expectations. At Geek Girl Massage Therapy, we’re doing Valentine’s Day a little differently this year: with intentional relaxation, cozy vibes, and zero pressure to be romantic about it. Whether you’re celebrating with a partner, your besties, or your own fabulous self, a […]
Serenity Reset: Hot Stone & Aromatherapy Massage — Because Even Heroes Need a Power-Down Mode
Let’s be honest: life lately feels like a nonstop boss battle. Between work, family, schedules, stress, and that one muscle in your shoulder that’s been plotting against you since 2019, your nervous system could really use a believable plot twist. Enter: Serenity Reset — Hot Stone & Aromatherapy Massage, your official permission slip to unplug, […]