Cupping Marks: What Are They?
If you’ve been keeping up with the latest trends in fitness and wellness, you’ve probably heard of cupping therapy. This ancient form of alternative therapy involves the use of cups to create suction on the skin. Cupping can provide a number of health benefits, including reducing muscle soreness, improving range of motion, and relieving pain. […]
The Science: What Is MyoFascial Decompression Therapy?
Myofascial decompression (MFD), also known as cupping therapy, is a form of alternative therapy that involves the use of cups to create suction on the skin. It has a number of benefits for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, and overall wellness. Some of the potential benefits of cupping include: Different Types of Cupping There are several different […]
What Is Fascia (and does it really matter?)
In recent years, fascia has gained popularity in the fields of training, rehabilitation, and recovery. This is due in part to a growing understanding of the important role that it plays in the body. Many people recognize the benefits of targeting the tissue in various types of treatment and training have had an impact. So […]
Losing Tissue Pliability: Densification and How To Stop It
If muscle pliability is the goal, densification is the enemy. When people start to feel stiff and restricted in their movement and range of motion, they may be told about having “adhesions” and scar tissue. These vague descriptions aren’t necessarily wrong, but they don’t give the complete picture either. The scientific concept that underlies some […]
Guide to Improving Muscle Pliability
In the quest to improve movement quality & efficiency, as well as reducing the risk of injury, pliability has become a popular topic. This guide will help you with ways to improve muscle pliability. What Is Pliability? Pliability describes the quality of muscle tissue. Function focuses on effective/efficient movement. It’s not just about how much […]
6 Ways To Increase Muscle Pliability
Increasing muscle pliability is the goal of many recovery techniques because it is fundamental to high-quality human movement. Muscle pliability is a term that describes the optimal, qualitative state of your muscle tissue. Having “pliable” muscles means that they are supple and resilient. They move without restriction and have elastic quality to them. This allows […]
Guide to Soft Tissue Therapy for Active Individuals and Athletes
As an active individual or athlete, you know the importance of maintaining your body’s health and wellness. Soft tissue therapy, a form of manual therapy that targets the muscles, fascia, and connective tissues, can help you achieve just that. At Vive we developed an approach to soft tissue work that integrates several different techniques. We […]
The Complete Guide To Collagen And Tissue Repair
This guide will help you understand what collagen and tissue repair. You’ll learn what collagen is and its role in human movement. We’ll also cover what happens when things go wrong and how to fix them. Understanding Collagen Collagen is a protein that is found throughout the human body and is a major component of […]
Soft Tissue Work – What Is It and How Can It Help You?
Soft tissue work is the manipulation of muscles and connective tissues to relieve stress, improve mobility, and promote relaxation. It can be used to help ease tension and pain in specific areas or to treat overall body aches. This article explores the benefits of soft tissue work and how it can be used for improved […]
The Importance of Tissue Pliability for Hamstring Health in Athletes
As an athlete, maintaining optimal hamstring health is crucial for peak performance and injury prevention. The hamstrings play a significant role in various sports movements, such as running, jumping, and kicking. However, factors like tissue densification and reduced tissue pliability can lead to decreased flexibility, increased risk of injury, and impaired athletic performance. In this […]