Do you view massage therapy as a luxury or a necessity? Today, we challenge this perspective!

In this episode of Root Cause Solutions For You, we are joined by Christen Makan, LMT, a seasoned massage therapist with 15 years of hands-on experience; she graduated from Cortiva School of Massage Therapy in Pinellas Park, FL, in 2009.

She empowers us to see massage as a tool for therapeutic healing, body awareness, and even support for detox journeys. Kristin introduces us to the transformative benefits of massage therapy, shedding light on how it aids in releasing heavy metals or chemicals from the body.

We also explore the tender world of pregnancy massage; pregnancy, a beautiful yet challenging period, often comes with its unique discomforts. But did you know consistent massage therapy can be a game-changer? Christen shares her wisdom on working with pregnant women, illuminating how massage therapy can relieve hip pain, a joint discomfort during pregnancy and even assist in pain management during labor. 

But Christen's journey as a massage therapist goes deeper than just helping soon-to-be moms. Her expertise extends to addressing chronic pain and inflammation through specialized techniques. She shares how she works with specific muscles, such as the quadratus lumborum and psoas, and the right approach to trigger points in the body. 

Christen's insights on how massage therapy can contribute to these goals will prove invaluable if you seek a way to manage stress and improve your overall well-being. Tune in, and join us on this enlightening journey into massage therapy.

Christen currently practices in Clearwater, FL. She can be reached at (727) 437-9728 or by email at [email protected]

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