FAQ

A: Swedish uses long, flowing strokes and lighter pressure for relaxation. Deep tissue targets deeper muscle layers with slower, focused pressure to break up chronic tension. Your therapist can blend both in a single session.

A: Cupping uses suction to lift tissue layers, increasing blood flow and loosening fascia that manual pressure alone can't reach. At Konstant Relief, it's often combined with deep tissue and myoskeletal alignment for stubborn problem areas.

A: It targets fascia - the connective tissue surrounding muscles, nerves, and organs. The John Barnes Method used here applies sustained, gentle pressure held until the tissue softens and releases naturally, rather than traditional kneading.

A: Yes. Techniques like trigger point therapy and myoskeletal alignment address the structural imbalances causing the pain, not just symptoms. Results build over a series of sessions, especially when paired with movement practices like foundation training.

A: A movement practice using strategic poses and breathing to retrain your posterior chain - back, glutes, and hamstrings. It's ideal for desk workers, chronic low back pain, and poor posture, building injury resistance without equipment.

A: Hair-fine needles stimulate the nervous system at specific points, improving circulation and triggering the body's natural pain-relieving response. It's effective for back pain, headaches, sciatica, and joint pain.

A: It's generally safe after the first trimester with modifications to positioning and pressure. It helps reduce swelling, ease lower back strain, and improve sleep. Always inform your therapist about your pregnancy stage.

A: Targeted pressure is applied to specific points on the feet that correspond to organs and systems throughout the body. It's rooted in restoring qi (vital energy) flow and commonly helps with stress, headaches, and digestive issues.

A: Weekly or biweekly for chronic pain and recovery; once or twice monthly for maintenance. Konstant Relief recommends building a personalized schedule with your therapist based on your specific needs.

A: Every exercise is tailored to your body, goals, and limitations. One-on-one attention ensures proper form, which is critical for rehab and pain relief - something group instruction can't match.

A: Yes. It uses very light, rhythmic strokes to move fluid through the lymphatic system, reducing swelling and supporting healing. The gentle technique makes it suitable even for sensitive post-operative areas.

A: It depends on the source. Muscle knots respond to deep tissue and trigger point work. Fascial restrictions benefit from myofascial release. Nerve pain and inflammation respond well to acupuncture. Our team at Konstant Relief can help determine the right approach or combination.