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Unlocking Peak Performance: The Power of Sports Massage for CrossFit and Runners

Body Mechanics - Monday September 16, 2024

How Sports Massage Can Enhance Athletic Performance Athletes constantly push their bodies to the limit in pursuit of peak performance. While intense training and proper nutrition play crucial roles in athletic success, one key factor that is often overlooked is the importance of sports massage. In particular, athletes engaging in CrossFit and running can greatly […]

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The Power of Massage for Crossfit Athletes: How Often Should Crossfit Athletes Get a Massage

Body Mechanics - Monday September 16, 2024

The Importance of Recovery and Self-Care Are you someone who leads an active lifestyle, engaging in regular physical activities, intense workouts, or even just the demands of daily movement? If so, you understand how important recovery and self-care are for maintaining your body’s health and performance. One highly effective way to enhance your body’s recovery […]

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Pre-Event Massage Strategies at Body Mechanics

Body Mechanics - Thursday March 7, 2024

Unlocking Peak Performance: Pre-Event Massage Strategies at Body Mechanics Hello, athletes and fitness enthusiasts! We’re Body Mechanics Orthopedic Massage, your go-to experts for sports massage, right here in the dynamic neighborhoods of Midtown and 54th Street in Manhattan. Today, we’re excited to talk about something that’s crucial for any athlete – effective pre-event massage strategies. […]

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How can Body Mechanics’ Myofascial Release Techniques help you?

Body Mechanics - Wednesday February 28, 2024

Hey there! We’re Body Mechanics Orthopedic Massage, your friendly neighborhood wellness experts, conveniently located in Midtown (in the 34th Street district) and on 54th Street, right in the bustling heart of Manhattan.  We’re not just any massage clinic; we’re a family passionate about sports, prenatal, and medical-massage. Today, we’re excited to share with you the […]

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Cupping Therapy: Ancient Wisdom for Modern Healing at Body Mechanics Orthopedic Massage

Body Mechanics - Friday February 9, 2024

In the heart of Manhattan, Body Mechanics Orthopedic Massage stands as a beacon of innovation in therapeutic massage, traditional practice with the latest in science based massage  to offer unparalleled care. Among the many services, cupping therapy emerges as a cornerstone. A new and modern adaptation of old techniques. The Essence of Cupping Therapy Cupping therapy, a […]

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Stretching Techniques: Enhancing Flexibility and Massage Effectiveness at Body Mechanics

Body Mechanics - Friday February 9, 2024

Welcome to Body Mechanics Orthopedic Massage, where we blend the science of healing with the art of caring. Our approach to wellness extends beyond traditional massage therapy; we advocate for incorporating stretching and mobility techniques to enhance flexibility and maximize the therapeutic effects of our massages. The Power of Flexibility Flexibility is a key component […]

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Sports massage and Professional Athletes

Body Mechanics - Thursday March 2, 2023

Every now and again, we get asked to do some really fun things in the name of massage therapy. In this case, it was specific to sports massage for athletes and professional athletes. We treat a wide range of professional athletes at our location in NYC. We have worked with professional football players, basketball players, […]

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Simple ways to manage normal pregnancy-related back pain

Body Mechanics - Wednesday June 15, 2022

f you are having trouble managing pregnancy-related back pain, you are not alone.

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Lymphatic massage: What is it and why it won’t make you lose weight?

Body Mechanics - Wednesday January 5, 2022

What is lymphatic massage? To start let’s go over what exactly lymphatic massage is. It is a light touch massage modality. It focuses on skin depth manipulation of the epidermis, in an effort to move fluid through the body. Targets include the lymphatic capillaries and the lymph nodes. It is now common to see in […]

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Common Running Injuries and How to Avoid Them During the NYC Marathon

Body Mechanics - Friday October 15, 2021

Why Inuries occur at events like the NYC Marathon In the coming weeks the Marathon will be upon us and many hundreds of thousands of people are training for it as I type. This is always an exciting time, but today even more so since the NY Marathon was sadly cancelled in 2020 due to […]

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