Restoration Massage Center

11/13/2025

If you get inner calf pain, tightness behind the inside of your ankle, or pain that travels into the arch, this might be the real cause — the Flexor Hallucis Longus (FHL).

When this muscle tightens, it pulls on the big toe and locks the arch down.
It can even feel like plantar fasciitis, but the problem actually starts in the calf.

In Part 5, I’m showing how to release the calf portion of this muscle — working from the upper calf down toward the ankle with slow, controlled glides.

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11/13/2025

Inner calf pain or tightness behind your ankle? 👣
It might be coming from a muscle most people never hear about — the Flexor Hallucis Longus (FHL).

This muscle runs from the calf, behind the inner ankle, and connects to the big toe.
When it tightens, it can cause: • Inner calf pain
• Pain behind the inside of the ankle
• Deep arch pain
• Symptoms that feel a lot like plantar fasciitis

In Part 5 of my Lower Cross Syndrome Series, I’m showing how to release the calf portion of the FHL — working from the upper calf down toward the ankle with slow, controlled glides.

This is a powerful release for anyone who: ✔️ Walks a lot
✔️ Stands long hours
✔️ Has tight calves
✔️ Has arch pain that keeps coming back

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👉 Follow for Part 6 —

11/12/2025

I like to joke that I’m a professional “not-gitter-atter” 😄
But here’s a real tip that helps your massage results last much longer:

Most people only want the area that hurts worked on…
but the pain is usually just the symptom, not the source.

When someone comes in with neck or back pain, I always start where it hurts so they can relax and feel taken care of…
Then I go work on what’s actually causing it.

That’s the difference between relief that lasts a day or two…
and relief that lasts a week or more.

If you’ve been dealing with pain, drop a comment with your problem area —
I’ll point you in the right direction or explain what might be causing it. 💆‍♂️🔥

11/12/2025

🧘‍♂️ New Video Alert! 🧘‍♂️
Have trouble lifting your arm overhead? You might be dealing with shoulder impingement or even a frozen shoulder—but don’t worry, I’ve got you. In my latest video, I walk you through some specific techniques to target the supraspinatus muscle, improve mobility, and relieve that nagging pain.

▶️ Watch it here:

https://youtu.be/_0qqdl0xeCg

💡 Whether you’re a massage therapist, an athlete, or just someone tired of shoulder issues—this one’s for you.

👍 If you find it helpful, please like, share, and comment your biggest takeaway. Your support helps spread the message and free more shoulders!

11/12/2025

Think it’s plantar fasciitis? 👀
It might actually be a deeper muscle hiding underneath your arch pain — the Flexor Hallucis Longus (FHL).

This muscle runs from your calf, behind your inner ankle, all the way to your big toe. When it gets tight, it pulls the arch down and causes pain that feels just like plantar fasciitis — deep in the arch or near the heel.

You might notice:
• Pain when walking or standing too long
• Tightness in the big-toe joint
• A burning ache under the arch that won’t go away

This is Part 4 of my Lower Cross Syndrome Series — connecting how your feet affect the rest of your posture and pain.

👉 Save this post so you can come back to it.
👉 Follow the page for Part 5, where I’ll show how to release this muscle and lift the arch again. 👣Comment below:
Have you been told it’s plantar fasciitis?
Where do you feel the pain — Arch, Toe, Ankle, or Heel? 👇

11/11/2025

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11/11/2025

Foot arch pain?
Or feel like your arch collapses when you stand or walk? 👣

This is Part 3 of the Lower Cross Syndrome series — where we’re working with the Peroneus Longus, the muscle that can pull the arch downward when it gets tight.

In Part 2, we released it while the muscle was shortened.
In Part 3, we’re doing the opposite — releasing it while the muscle is lengthened.

🦶 Key Technique Cues:

• Find the tender points along the outer lower leg
• Use glide → lift → glide (not digging in)
• Gently turn the foot outward to lengthen the muscle
• Slow pressure works better than force

Releasing this muscle helps: • Reduce foot arch pain
• Improve ankle alignment
• Prevent knees from caving in
• Support hip and lower back posture

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Part 4 = More release techniques coming next.

11/11/2025

Foot arch pain?
Or feel like your arch collapses when you stand or walk? 👣

A big reason this happens is the Peroneus Longus — a muscle that runs down the outside of your lower leg. When it gets tight and overactive, it can literally pull the arch downward, causing:

• Foot fatigue or soreness
• Ankle rolling inward
• Knees collapsing in
• Hip rotation
• Lower back tightness

In this video (Part 2 of the Lower Cross Syndrome series), I’m showing a slow trigger-point release along the Peroneus Longus to help the arch lift again.Comment below:
Where do YOU feel it the most?
• Arch
• Ankle
• Knee
• Hip
• Low back

11/10/2025

A lot of people don’t realize this…
When your arch collapses, your knees roll inward, your hips rotate forward, and your lower back starts working overtime.

This is Part 1 of my new Lower Cross Syndrome series 👣
We’re starting at the foot — specifically the Peroneus Longus.

When this muscle becomes overactive, it literally pulls your arch downward, making your foot feel tight, tired, weak, or achy by the end of the day.

Step 1: Release the muscle.
Step 2: Strengthen later.

If your feet roll in, or you’ve been told you have flat feet, save this and follow along — I’ll be posting the next steps over the coming days ✅Comment below where YOU feel it most:
• Arch
• Ankle
• Knee
• Hip
• Lower back

I’ll reply with what part of the series to follow next.

11/10/2025

🔥 New Toy Alert! 🔥
With the cold weather rolling in, I’m extra excited about this one! ❄️

Just got my Hot Stone Massage Set, and these stones heat up perfectly to melt away muscle tension, stress, and that “winter chill stiffness” we all feel. 🪨✨

If you’ve never tried hot stones before… just know it’s like your muscles sigh in relief 😌

Perfect timing too — because it is COLD today!
Can’t wait to start using these in sessions. 🙌

Want to try hot stones at your next appointment?
Comment “🔥” below or send me a message to add it on!

11/10/2025

If your neck is always tight or sore, it might not be a stretching problem.

For a lot of people, the deep neck flexors (the muscles on the front of the neck) are weak.
When these muscles don’t hold your head in alignment → the muscles in the back of your neck overwork → tension, headaches, and that “constantly stiff” feeling.

Here’s a simple progression you can try:

1️⃣ Face-down chin tuck lift
Activates and wakes up the deep stabilizers.

2️⃣ Add a light resistance band
Trains control + posture support.

3️⃣ Finish with a Rest Cloud neck stretch
This decompresses the spine and reduces pressure in the upper cervical area.

👉 The key is:
Strengthen what’s weak → THEN release what’s tight.
That’s how you get lasting relief, not just temporary relief.

If you deal with neck pain, forward head posture, or headaches — I can help.
✅ Send me a message with the word NECK
and I’ll recommend the exact exercises and stretches based on your pain pattern.

11/09/2025

Neck pain when you turn your head?
A lot of people stretch the back of the neck…
but the pain can actually be coming from the front/side — from a muscle called the Anterior Scalene.

When this muscle gets tight, it can cause: • Neck stiffness
• Pain into the jaw or behind the ear
• Pain at the collarbone
• Tingling or numbness down the arm (can feel like nerve pain)

Here’s where it is and how to release it gently 👇
(This is something I show a lot of my clients in the clinic.)

If you have neck pain, comment where it hurts, and I’ll reply with something that can help you personally.