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Lower back pain is one of the most common complaints I see in my practice. While many people think of the low back muscles or the spine itself as the problem, the root cause often lies deeper — in a small but powerful muscle called the iliacus. What Is the Iliacus? The iliacus is aContinue reading “Understanding Lower Back Pain: Could a Tight Iliacus Be the Cause?”

I’m thrilled to share some updates that make booking your next appointment easier than ever! ✨ New Booking Station Inside the Color Lounge Next time you stop by, you’ll notice a new booking station set up right inside the Color Lounge. The framed sign will guide you, and the iPad on display is ready forContinue reading “Exciting News: New Booking Station + Easier Ways to Schedule Your Next Visit”

Have you ever noticed that one side of your hips feels higher, tighter, or more “off” than the other? At Jessica Roux Massage Reiki & Wellness, I often see clients—especially right-handed people—come in with a pelvis that’s rotated forward on the right side. This imbalance can cause ongoing lower back, hip, or even knee pain.Continue reading “Why Your Right Hip Might Always Feel Tight: Understanding Pelvic Rotation”

Dear Clients, Friends, and Wellness Community, I’m thrilled to share some big news with you — Jessica Roux Massage Reiki & Wellness is moving to a brand-new space! After years of holding space for deep healing and transformation in our current location, it’s time for an exciting new chapter — and I can’t wait forContinue reading “🌿 Exciting News: We’re Moving to a Beautiful New Location!”

Lower back and hip pain can be life-altering—limiting your mobility, impacting your sleep, and making daily tasks feel overwhelming. While physical therapy (PT) is often the go-to treatment for strengthening muscles and restoring function, pairing it with therapeutic massage can accelerate recovery, reduce pain faster, and improve long-term outcomes. At Jessica Roux Massage Reiki &Continue reading “Why Massage + Physical Therapy Is a Game-Changer for Lower Back and Hip Pain”

Chanchal Cabrera’s Holistic Cancer Care offers a compassionate, evidence-informed roadmap for integrating herbal medicine—and overall self-care—into every phase of a cancer journey. Her approach centers the patient, nurturing resilience not only during treatment but in preventing recurrence and honoring long-term wellness. The Heart of Cabrera’s Work As a medical herbalist with over 35 years specializingContinue reading “Holistic Cancer Care: Herbal Wellness, Massage, and Empowering the Body”

In today’s fast-paced world, stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm have become common experiences. While talk therapy and medication can be part of healing, many people overlook a powerful tool for emotional support: massage therapy. At Jessica Roux Massage Reiki & Wellness, we offer more than muscle relief—we create a trauma-informed, calming space where your bodyContinue reading “5 Ways Massage Therapy Supports Mental Health and Emotional Wellness”

🧘‍♀️ Masseuse vs. Massage Therapist: Why the Difference Matters If you’ve searched for bodywork online, you’ve likely come across both terms: masseuse and massage therapist. But while they may seem interchangeable, they carry very different meanings—especially in the professional world of therapeutic massage. 🧑‍⚕️ What Is a Massage Therapist? A massage therapist is a licensedContinue reading “Masseuse vs. Massage Therapist: What’s the Real Difference?”

Do you clench your jaw, grind your teeth, or feel tension in your face, neck, or head? You’re not alone—and you may be dealing with TMJ dysfunction, a common but often overlooked condition that affects the jaw joint. At Jessica Roux Massage Reiki & Wellness, we offer targeted therapeutic massage to help relieve TMJ-related pain,Continue reading “Massage for TMJ Relief: Unlocking the Jaw and Easing the Pain”