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

Massage for Inflammation: What to Know and Where to Go

You might know how much massage can help muscles, but did you know that massage for inflammation can also help calm your immune response and…

Debbie DuganAugust 10, 2025

Pain Management

Can Massage Help Headaches? The Six Types of Massage Therapy to Reduce Pain

Whether your headaches range from disturbing to debilitating, there’s a headache massage therapy that can help. At Via Medical Massage, we offer headache massage therapy…

Debbie DuganAugust 4, 2025

Pain Management

The Headache Muscles: Locating the Point of Head Pain

When most people feel a headache coming on, the first instinct is usually to press the temples or grab the forehead. But the real culprits…

Debbie DuganAugust 4, 2025

Pre and Post Surgery

Post-Surgical Medical Massage: What It Is, Who Needs It, and How It Helps Heal

Recovering from surgery isn’t just about rest, medications, and follow-up appointments. It’s about helping your body heal as efficiently and comfortably as possible. That’s where…

Debbie DuganJuly 30, 2025

Health and Wellness

What Does Cupping Therapy Do and What Are the Benefits?

Cupping therapy has been around for thousands of years, but it was Michael Phelps in the 2016 Olympics that brought it mainstream. The signature purple…

Debbie DuganJuly 29, 2025

Health and Wellness Pre and Post Surgery

What Is Manual Lymphatic Drainage Massage and How Can It Help You?

When people first hear the term “lymphatic drainage massage,” they often picture something clinical or overly complicated. I like to explain it in plain language.…

Debbie DuganJuly 28, 2025

Health and Wellness

Pediatric Massage Therapy: Massage Benefits for Kids from Infants to Teens

Pediatric massage, or massage for kids, is one of the most underrated ways to support a child’s health and development. It is not just a…

Debbie DuganJuly 25, 2025

Medical Massage Pain Management Pre and Post Surgery

Understanding Lymphedema vs Lipedema and How Massage Helps

At first glance, lymphedema and lipedema might look like the same problem. Swollen legs. Tight skin. General discomfort. They’re not the same, though, and knowing…

Debbie DuganJuly 15, 2025

Health and Wellness Medical Massage

TMJ Massage for Jaw Pain and Headaches: What to Expect and How It Works

When you think of getting a massage, you’re probably thinking of the neck, back, or feet. The jaw doesn’t seem to be a priority, much…

Debbie DuganJuly 8, 2025

Pre and Post Surgery

Cosmetic Tourism: What You Need to Know Before Traveling for Surgery

Many patients focus primarily on surgical results without fully considering the healing process. However, the two are inextricably linked. If you're contemplating out-of-state or out-of-country…

Debbie DuganDecember 31, 2024