Debbie Dugan, Author at Via Medical Massage in Lincoln & Omaha, NE

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Nebraska Heat Wave: Why Your Muscles Feel Different in Extreme Heat

Every year, after a spring that feels way too short, summer hits Nebraska like a combine. Temperatures climb. Humidity settles in. Those relentless winds somehow…

Debbie DuganJune 30, 2026

Medical Massage

Ever Wonder Why Your Body Feels More Fluid After a Massage? Meet Thixotropy.

Have you ever walked out of a massage feeling like your body simply moved better? Maybe your shoulders weren't as stiff, your neck turned a…

Debbie DuganJune 29, 2026

Product Guide

A Massage Therapist’s Guide to Must-Have Products for Lymph Drainage at Home

Professional Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) massage is one of the most effective ways to support healthy lymph flow, reduce swelling, and aid recovery. But what…

Debbie DuganJune 21, 2026

Manual Lymphatic Drainage

Improve Lymph Flow With Lymphatic Exercises at Home in 10 Minutes

We know that exercise helps keep muscles strong, but your lymphatic system wants to get in on the workout. Taking care of your lymphatic system…

Debbie DuganJune 21, 2026

Manual Lymphatic Drainage

10 Benefits of Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage That Go Beyond Reducing Swelling

When most people hear "Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD)," they picture someone trying to reduce puffy eyes or swollen ankles. While it certainly can do that,…

Debbie DuganJune 21, 2026

Medical Massage

Ashiatsu Barefoot Massage: What It Is, How It Works, and What to Expect

Ashiatsu barefoot massage is the newest service available at Via Medical Massage, but it represents something much bigger than a new item on our menu.…

Debbie DuganJune 20, 2026

Prenatal and Postpartum Product Guide

How Manual Lymphatic Drainage (MLD) Can Help During Breastfeeding

Bringing home a new baby comes with plenty of joyful moments, but it can also come with some unexpected discomfort. As your body adjusts to…

Debbie DuganJune 15, 2026

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Health and Wellness Product Guide

Try This Hip Stretching Routine at Home to Help Relieve Pain Throughout the Body

If you've ever stood up from a chair and felt like the Tin Man searching for his oil can, your hips might be trying to…

Debbie DuganJune 13, 2026

Pain Management Product Guide

Hips Don’t Lie: How Hip Muscles Steer the Rest of the Body

You've probably experienced it before. Your lower back hurts, so you book a massage for your back. Or your shoulders are constantly tight, so you…

Debbie DuganJune 13, 2026

Medical Massage

Why Muscles Twitch During Massage (+ What It Means)

Most of us have been there. You're getting a massage, and your therapist is working on a tight spot or a knot. Suddenly, it feels…

Debbie DuganJune 13, 2026