Medical Massage Archives – Via Medical Massage in Lincoln & Omaha, NE

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

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

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

Medical Massage

What Is Fascia? The Sticky, Stretchy Tissue Impacts How You Move and Feel

If you’ve ever had a massage, you’ve likely heard your therapist refer to the fascia in your body. Whether you didn’t want to ask or…

Debbie DuganMay 23, 2026

Back pain hero photo for muscle and nerve pain

Medical Massage

Muscle Pain vs. Nerve Pain: How to Tell the Difference

Chronic pain can feel like it’s coming from a muscle, but more often than you might realize, it’s something that is literally getting on your…

Debbie DuganMay 9, 2026

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Hot or Cold for Sore Muscles? We Get Asked This All the Time

“Should I use heat or ice for muscle pain?” We hear this question constantly at Via Medical Massage. Whether someone just finished a tough workout,…

Debbie DuganFebruary 24, 2026

Medical Massage

Deep Tissue vs. Trigger Point Massage Techniques: What’s the Difference and Which Is Best for You?

If you have ever booked a therapeutic massage, you have probably seen “deep tissue” and “trigger point therapy” listed as options. They sound similar, and…

Debbie DuganNovember 23, 2025

lymphatic vs glymphatic system comparison

Medical Massage

Lymphatic vs Glymphatic System: How They Work Together for Recovery and Healing

At first, it looks like a typo: glymphatic system. After years of lymphatic drainage getting attention, the glymphatic system is starting to show up in…

Debbie DuganNovember 3, 2025

A headache massage at Via Medical Massage in Lincoln and Omaha Nebraska

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A Guide to the Glymphatic System: How the Brain Clears Waste While You Sleep

I’ve been hearing more people ask about the glymphatic system lately, and the first reaction is usually “Is that spelled right?” Yes, it is. It’s…

Debbie DuganNovember 3, 2025

Medical Massage

Disorders of the Lymphatic System: Signs It Isn’t Working Properly

The lymphatic system keeps your body balanced by clearing extra fluid, moving immune cells, and filtering out waste. When it runs smoothly, you hardly notice…

Debbie DuganSeptember 22, 2025