Blog
- 12/14/2025 • 2 min read
30-Day IASTM DIY Challenge — Evidence-Informed Structure
A community challenge framework to build consistency safely.
- 12/14/2025 • 2 min read
IASTM in Athletes — Where It May Fit in a Periodized Plan
Complementary use around training cycles with realistic goals.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Cupping, Heat, and IASTM — Sequencing for Comfort and Compliance
Practical sequencing ideas using existing guidelines and safety principles.
- 12/14/2025 • 2 min read
Diastasis Recti — Myofascial Therapy Effects and Expectations
What recent research suggests and where exercise fits.
- 12/14/2025 • 2 min read
DOMS & Recovery — Massage Guns, Foam Rolling, or IASTM?
What current research says about delayed-onset muscle soreness and tool-based recovery.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Fascia vs. Fat vs. Edema — What Changes When You “Scrape”?
Understanding tissue layers and why tools don’t replace nutrition or training for fat loss.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Foam Rolling for Athletes — What Works According to Research
Practical guidance for warm-ups and recovery based on systematic reviews.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Gua Sha vs IASTM — Rationale, Goals, and Application
How traditional scraping differs from modern instrument-assisted mobilization.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Home Kit vs Pro Set — How to Choose for Your Goals
Match tools to use-cases, body regions, and care routines.
- 12/14/2025 • 2 min read
IASTM Basics — Pressure, Angle, and Tempo
Foundational parameters to keep sessions safe and effective.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Why IASTM Evidence Looks Mixed — Understanding Systematic Reviews
Contrasting conclusions often reflect differences in protocols and outcomes.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
IASTM Side Effects and Contraindications — What Research Reports
Common responses (soreness, bruising) and when to avoid treatment.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Can IASTM Slim Arms or Legs? The Truth About Spot Reduction
A research-based look at localized fat loss claims.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Lateral Epicondylitis — Instrument-Assisted vs Exercise
What comparative research suggests for chronic elbow pain.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Low Back & Thoracic Pain — Graston Technique Evidence Snapshot
A recent systematic review/meta-analysis overview.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Lower-Limb Self-Care — Quads, Hamstrings, Calves (Evidence-Informed)
A practical routine combining tool work with mobility for the lower body.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Massage Gun Safety — Evidence, Risks, and Smart Use
Practical safety guidance from case reports and reviews.
- 12/14/2025 • 2 min read
Buying Guide — Stainless Steel vs Polymer vs Stone Tools
Material differences, hygiene, and durability considerations.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Myofascial Release vs IASTM — What Do Comparative Studies Show?
Evidence snapshot on manual vs instrument-assisted approaches.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Myth-Busting Checkpoints — What to Expect (and Not Expect)
Setting realistic expectations keeps motivation and safety high.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Neck & Shoulder Care — What to Avoid and When to Seek Help
Safety-forward guidance for sensitive regions.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Percussive Therapy & DOMS — What Early Studies Show
Evidence snapshot on percussive massage and soreness recovery.
- 12/14/2025 • 2 min read
Plantar Fasciitis — Does Graston Help?
A look at randomized trials on IASTM for heel pain.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Postnatal Massage Considerations — Safety First
Practical screening and modifications for the fourth trimester.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Postpartum Myofascial Therapy — Where It Fits and Where It Doesn’t
Evidence overview and cautions for the postnatal period.
- 12/14/2025 • 2 min read
Building a Weekly Recovery Plan — Evidence-Informed Template
How to combine tool work, active recovery, and sleep/nutrition basics for athletes.
- 12/14/2025 • 2 min read
Range of Motion — Which Tool Improves It Most?
Comparing ROM effects across IASTM, foam rolling, and percussive therapy.
- 12/14/2025 • 2 min read
Cleaning & Disinfection for Home Tools — CDC Principles Applied
How to care for stainless steel and polymer tools using Spaulding’s classification.
- 12/14/2025 • 2 min read
Why “Scrape to Slim” Is Misleading — An Evidence-Based Perspective
Tool work can aid movement quality and comfort, but targeted fat loss is not supported.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Shapes & Edges — Triangle, Long Bar, and Multi-Edge Tools
How geometry influences grip, reach, and tissue contact.
- 12/14/2025 • 3 min read
IASTM vs. Foam Roller vs. Massage Gun — What Does the Evidence Say?
A concise evidence-based comparison of three popular soft-tissue tools for mobility and recovery.
- 12/14/2025 • 1 min read
Tracking Progress — Simple Mobility and Symptom Metrics
What to measure weekly so improvements aren’t just a feeling.