May26

Written by:di
5/26/2010 11:11 AM 

I get headaches.  Over the past 2 years I have been to see doctors, ENT's, dentists, massage therapists, physical therapists, chiropractors - I've tried everything.  I'll tell you what I don't have: TMJ, Sinusitis, teeth-grinding, migraines...What it boils down to is that my neck wasn't built quite right and throughout the day my body has to compensate by pulling my head upright.  I get intense tension headaches that become so severe that I get symptoms of TMJ, Sinusitis, sore teeth, ringing in my ears...

What works?  Massage.  But not the kind of "Spa Massage" where you feel pampered afterwards.  The kind of massage that makes you sore afterwards.  On Monday I had a great massage from Tina Koebel and today, Wednesday, I'm still feeling it! 

It  was my own fault for waiting so long.  I should have gone weeks earlier, but I didn't and so Tina's work was cut out for her to remove all the kinks that had been building for a while.

She diagnosed a few other issues I am creating for myself - I'm a shallow breather.  That adds to the muscle tension in the front of my neck.  She also showed me a few stretches that I can do every night to keep my headaches at bay.

I will definitely go back.  I'm sure she can give a more mellow "Spa Massage" if that is what you wish.

We have cards for her at the store - but in case you want to contact her directly, her number is 720-771-0947.

For you Chronic Pain sufferers out there - I strongly suggest investigating massage as a part of your overall care.  It really helps me, and it could help you, too.

B. Kind,

Di