Active Holistic Therapy

Active Holistic Therapy Active Holistic Therapy offers therapeutic massage services to the Greater Orlando area.

06/18/2026

Most people only think about their hamstrings when they feel tight—but these muscles do much more than that.

The hamstrings are actually a group of three muscles located on the back of the thigh:

✔️ Biceps Femoris
✔️ Semitendinosus
✔️ Semimembranosus

Together, they help bend the knee, extend the hip, support posture, and power movements like walking, running, jumping, squatting, and climbing stairs.

Because they cross both the hip and knee joints, hamstrings are especially vulnerable to tightness, strains, and overuse. Prolonged sitting, intense exercise, muscle imbalances, and poor movement patterns can all contribute to hamstring dysfunction.

When the hamstrings aren’t functioning well, you may experience:
🔹 Tightness behind the legs
🔹 Reduced flexibility
🔹 Knee discomfort
🔹 Hip or low back pain
🔹 Decreased athletic performance

Keeping these muscles healthy is important for everyday movement and long-term mobility.

Do your hamstrings always feel tight, no matter how much you stretch? Let us know in the comments!

If muscle tension, stiffness, or recurring discomfort is holding you back, therapeutic massage can help improve tissue quality, mobility, and recovery.

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06/17/2026

✨New waitlist feature! ✨

If you’re looking to book an appointment online but don’t see the day or time you’re looking, join our waitlist!

06/12/2026

When people think of TMJD, they often focus on the jaw joint itself. But many of the symptoms associated with TMJD actually originate from the muscles surrounding the jaw, face, head, and neck.

In this video, we’re highlighting some of the primary muscles commonly involved in TMJD:

Masseter – one of the strongest chewing muscles and a common source of jaw pain and clenching-related tension.
Temporalis – located on the sides of the head; trigger points here can contribute to temple pain and headaches.
Medial Pterygoid – works with the masseter to close the jaw and is frequently involved in jaw tension and restricted movement.
Lateral Pterygoid – helps open the jaw and control jaw movement; dysfunction can contribute to clicking, popping, and joint irritation.
Sternocleidomastoid (SCM) – a major neck muscle that can refer pain into the face, jaw, ear, and head, often mimicking TMJD symptoms.
Because these muscles work together, tension or dysfunction in one area can affect the entire jaw and neck complex. That’s why a thorough TMJD assessment often includes evaluating both the jaw and surrounding musculature.

Do you experience jaw pain, clicking, clenching, headaches, ear discomfort, or difficulty opening your mouth? Let us know in the comments or reach out to learn how specialized TMJD massage therapy may help.

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06/11/2026

Need an appointment but don’t have time for phone calls and endless back-and-forth messages?

Our online booking system makes scheduling simple. You can book anytime—whether it’s during your lunch break, after the kids are asleep, or at 2 a.m. when you finally remember that nagging neck pain you’ve been meaning to address.

Booking online also allows you to:
✔ View real-time availability
✔ Choose the appointment length that’s right for you
✔ Read practitioner bios and specialties before booking
✔ Select the therapist who best fits your needs
✔ Schedule around your busy calendar without waiting for a response

Whether you’re looking for therapeutic massage, TMJD treatment, lymphatic drainage, or oncology massage, our online booking system puts you in control of the process.

Ready to book? Visit our website and reserve your appointment in just a few clicks.

Click the link in our bio to schedule today!

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06/10/2026

Think your shoulder pain is coming from one muscle? Think again.

The rotator cuff is actually a group of four muscles that work together to stabilize your shoulder and control movement:

✔️ Supraspinatus
✔️ Infraspinatus
✔️ Teres Minor
✔️ Subscapularis

These muscles help you lift, rotate, and position your arm while keeping the shoulder joint stable. Because the shoulder is one of the most mobile joints in the body, the rotator cuff is constantly working behind the scenes.

Overuse, poor posture, repetitive movements, sports activities, and even prolonged desk work can place extra stress on these muscles, leading to pain, weakness, reduced range of motion, and difficulty with everyday tasks.

Understanding the anatomy is the first step toward keeping your shoulders healthy and moving well.

If shoulder pain is limiting your workouts, sleep, or daily activities, our therapists can help assess movement restrictions and address muscular tension contributing to discomfort. Call, text (407-494-4994) or book your free consultation online!

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We’re incredibly honored and excited to share that one of our amazing massage therapists, Shawn, has been nominated in t...
06/05/2026

We’re incredibly honored and excited to share that one of our amazing massage therapists, Shawn, has been nominated in this year’s “Best Of” competition! 🎉

To everyone who nominated and continues to support our small business—thank you. Your trust, referrals, and kind words mean more to us than you know.

Now voting is officially open through July 15th, and we’d be so grateful for your vote! ❤️

👉 Click the link in our bio to access the voting page.
👉 Be sure to review the voting rules.
👉 You can vote once per day while voting remains open, so every vote counts!

Thank you for helping us continue to serve our community and for supporting local businesses. We truly couldn’t do this without you.

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06/03/2026

Looking for the savings of a membership without the commitment? For a limited time, we’re offering special summer massage packages that provide the same per-session rate as our membership pricing—without the 6-month commitment.

Choose from:
• 3 Therapeutic, Lymphatic Drainage, and/or Oncology Massage Sessions (60 min) for $285
• 3 Therapeutic Massage Sessions (90 min) for $420

These packages are perfect for clients who want to stay consistent with their self-care, address ongoing pain or tension, support recovery, or experience the benefits of regular massage at a discounted rate.

Unlike our standard massage packages, which are valid for one year, these Summer Specials must be used within 3 months of purchase, making them an excellent option for those ready to prioritize their wellness this season.

Summer is the perfect time to invest in feeling your best—grab your package before these specials are gone!

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05/22/2026

We’re so excited to officially welcome Jennifer to our team! ✨

Jennifer specializes in oncology massage and lymphatic drainage therapy, offering compassionate, personalized care for individuals experiencing edema, lymphedema, lipedema, post-surgical swelling, cancer treatment recovery, and more. Her approach is gentle, intentional, and designed to support healing, comfort, mobility, and overall wellness.

Lymphatic drainage therapy isn’t only for medical conditions or surgery recovery, either — many clients benefit from targeted lymphatic work to help reduce swelling, support circulation, and promote overall body function and wellness.

To celebrate Jennifer joining the clinic, we’re offering 30% OFF your first session booked with her using code JENN30 🎉
(Available for both new AND existing clients!)

If you or someone you know could benefit from oncology massage or lymphatic support, we’d love for you to book a session or share this post with them 💛

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05/12/2026

That “tight lower back” might not actually be your lower back. 👀

Your diaphragm is one of the most overlooked muscles connected to core stability, posture, breathing, and tension patterns through the mid and low back. When it becomes restricted from stress, shallow breathing, posture habits, or chronic tension, other muscles often compensate—especially through the ribs, thoracic spine, and lumbar region.

Signs your diaphragm may be contributing to your discomfort:
✨ Mid-back tightness
✨ Rib tension
✨ Feeling stiff when taking deep breaths
✨ Low back aching after sitting or stress
✨ Neck and shoulder tension

The body is connected, which is why treating pain often means looking beyond where the pain is felt.

If your back keeps tightening up no matter how much you stretch, your breathing mechanics may deserve attention.

📍Want help figuring out the root cause of your tension? Book a session with us or send us a message to learn more.

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04/24/2026

You sit down at 9am. By 11, you’ve leaned into your screen. By 2, your shoulders are creeping up toward your ears. By 5, your neck feels stiff and your lower back is talking back.

Day after day, your body adapts to that position—slowly shifting into Forward Head Posture, rounded shoulders, and constant muscle tension.

At first, it’s just “tightness.”
Then it’s headaches.
Then it’s that nagging pain that doesn’t fully go away.

This is one of the most common patterns we see—and it’s completely treatable.

Targeted therapeutic massage helps:
• Release the overworked neck and shoulder muscles
• Open up the chest and improve posture
• Reduce the tension driving your discomfort
• Help your body reset instead of staying stuck in work mode

If your workday ends with pain, your body is asking for support—not more stretching at your desk.

👉 Book your session and start undoing the effects of your 9–5

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580 Cape Cod Lane
Altamonte Springs, FL
32714

Opening Hours

Monday 8am - 7pm
Tuesday 8am - 7pm
Wednesday 8am - 7pm
Thursday 8am - 7pm
Friday 8am - 7pm
Saturday 8am - 2pm

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+14074944994

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