Kinesio Taping in Kalispell

During the summer Olympics a couple years ago, we all gawked at the multi-colored tape some athletes were wearing, and wondered “What the heck is that for?”  In October of 2015 I took part in an online introduction class to Kinesio Tape, short for...

Should I tip for massage in Kalispell?

AAAAhh, just not sure about the protocol here?  Well, here’s my take on this part of the business.  Most licensed massage therapists who work for a spa are on somebody else’s payroll, receive an hourly wage, and, like a waiter may very much depend on tips...

Why Johnny!?? Part 2…

Hi!  Recently I did a blog post called “Why Johnny C., Why?”, a manifesto of sorts, and a deep look into why I do massage therapy.  On further review, I’ve come across another idea about my motives.  SELFISHNESS.  I like how massage makes ME feel!...

No more debt collector…

As some of you may know, I’ve worked as a debt collector the last 13 years for various law firms and collection agencies locally while I went to massage school and as I’ve been building my practice. It is with great pleasure that I am leaving that industry...

My wife bought some new pillows…

I was excited!  My wife Sharmon came home and said “Honey, I bought us some new bed pillows…”.  How could there be anything not cool about that?  Well this example will show you just how little it takes to mismanage a muscle, and what the...

Kalispell massage therapy and foam rollers

As a massage therapist in Kalispell, I often suggest self-care tools to my clients.  I LOVE foam rollers, my favorite self-massage tool.  These things are an amazing way to break up trigger points, promote myofascial release, and are also a great workout accessory. ...