Rebecca Collinsworth

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I write about massage therapy, fitness, and integrative health coaching.

My blog shares insights from over 20 years in the field along with lived experience, travel, and recovery.

  • When the piriformis muscle becomes overactive, it can set off a chain reaction from the pelvis to the neck. Learn how foundational stability impacts spinal alignment, neck pain, and overall movement health.

  • Neck pain often starts where you least expect. Learn how the piriformis muscle quietly disrupts body alignment and how a kinetic chain approach offers deeper, longer-lasting relief.

  • An overactive piriformis can quietly disrupt neck mobility and create stubborn pain. Learn how muscle tension, nerve irritation, and spinal misalignment are connected—and how targeted strategies restore balance and comfort.

  • An overactive piriformis muscle can create hidden chain reactions affecting your neck’s range of motion and comfort. Learn how biomechanical and neuromuscular pathways contribute to pain—and how targeted care can restore mobility.

  • Gliding cup therapy is a gentle, movement-based form of cupping in which smooth polycarbonate cups are guided across the skin using light oil or lotion to create a negative pressure effect that lifts and mobilizes the soft tissue layers beneath.…

  • Cavitation therapy offers non-invasive body contouring benefits, but understanding contraindications is crucial for safe and effective outcomes. Learn when cavitation is appropriate—and when it must be avoided to protect client health.

  • For individuals managing Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), improving indoor air quality is an important supportive step. However, it is critical to note that air purifiers alone are not a solution. Proper cleaning, moisture control, and professional remediation must come…

  • If you have been working on improving your home environment and still feel stuck in symptoms, it may be time to bring in additional support. A CIRS-literate professional understands the complexities of Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome and how the environment…

  • If you are living with Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), your environment plays an essential role in your healing journey. Even small changes can help your body shift from defense mode into rest, repair, and balance. For readers managing ADHD,…

  • Once you have completed environmental testing, you will likely receive a report full of numbers and technical terms. For many people with Chronic Inflammatory Response Syndrome (CIRS), this part can feel overwhelming, especially if you live with ADHD, CPTSD, or…

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