A study from Poland explored the surprising connection between jaw disorders and body posture—specifically, how issues with the jaw joint might influence how we stand and distribute pressure through our feet. What Are Temporomandibular Disorders (TMD)? TMD is a group of conditions that affect the jaw joint, the muscles involved in chewing, and nearby areas.
A small-scale study has found that a type of massage combining heat and movement can significantly boost blood flow in the body. The research tested whether MRI technology could measure changes in circulation after using a commercially available massage device. Ten participants underwent a 20-minute session where the device applied heat and gentle mechanical stimulation
Mixed martial arts (MMA) is a physically demanding sport, with fighters pushing their bodies through five intense five-minute rounds and only getting short one-minute breaks in between. With such little time to recover, it’s important to find the most effective way to help fighters stay sharp and avoid injury. A recent study from Poland tested
A group of researchers from China explored how percussive massage compares to traditional stretching for recovery in active young men. They divided 30 college students into three groups: one did static stretching, another used a massage gun for 25 minutes, and the third group used the massage gun for 40 minutes. All participants first did