Massage Professionals Update

Orthopedic Massage: What Therapists Need to Know

April 24th, 2024

What is orthopedic massage and what does it entail? Why is a sound understanding of kinesiology essential to practicing orthopedic massage? Plus, learn about different treatment options, including the PEACE and LOVE methods.

Everything You Need to Know About Medical Massage Therapy

March 28th, 2024

What is medical massage and how does it differ from traditional massage therapy? Find out types and techniques of medical massage, and its multiple benefits!

The Triple Burner Meridian and Therapeutic Massage

February 29th, 2024

While most meridians of Chinese Medicine are associated with a familiar organ, one stands out as the source of much mystery. Discover the keys to stimulating the triple burner meridian to ensure a therapeutic session.

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How Massage Can Relieve Heartburn Symptoms

February 28th, 2024

Approximately 60 million Americans have heartburn at least once a month, with 15 million experiencing it daily. In addition to seeking a physician’s guidance, massage therapy can help a person with this uncomfortable condition. Learn what massage modalities can assist individuals suffering from heartburn.

Massage Can Boost Skin Health: Especially in Colder Months

February 22nd, 2024

Cold air can really impact our skin and make it dry. Discover how massage therapy can be a great tool to strengthen skin health especially during the colder months, and tips you can provide your clients with to stay well hydrated between massage sessions.

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Helping Clients with Irritable Bowel Syndrome

February 16th, 2024

As a healthcare practitioner and educator, learn how massage therapists can help offer symptom relief to clients with irritable bowel syndrome.

The Symptoms, Causes and Remedies for Digestive Distress

February 16th, 2024

Food goes in. Waste comes out. The digestive tract, when it is working properly, serves us well. To operate efficiently, it must also be treated kindly and with respect. An overtaxed and abused digestive system can result in discomfort, pain, and serious illness. Learn about the symptoms of various digestive disorders, what can ease the discomfort – and massage therapy’s role.

Hospital-Based Reiki and Documentation

January 23rd, 2024

Many hospitals across the United States offer Reiki to their patients. It is being used pre- and postoperatively to reduce anxiety and accelerate healing. It is recommended for cardiac patients and to those with stress-related pathologies such as high blood pressure. Learn how you, as a massage therapist, can incorporate Reiki into your practice and expand into the field of hospital-based energy work.

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Massage Therapy Toolbox: What Is Reiki?

January 23rd, 2024

Clients interested in holistic or natural forms of healing will usually be familiar with Reiki. They may not know what it entails or how it works, but they will have generally at least heard the name of this popular energy technique. While a Reiki practitioner needs training and attunements to work on the self and others, no particular background is required before that instruction. Learn about the background and basic theory of Reiki – and decide if you would like to include it in your massage practice.