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Massage Professionals Update

The latest news, articles and information related to massage therapy and techniques.

illustration showing active brain energetic vagus nerve tenth cranial nerve

Vagus Nerve: Anatomy, Function & Support

This article explores the vagus nerve and related anatomy as it pertains to Polyvagal Theory. Originated by Dr. Stephen Porges, this theory identifies a biological order of human response that is active in our everyday experience.

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The Invention of Stress and 8 Ways to Ease It

The Invention of Stress and 8 Ways to Ease It

Massage therapists and their clients are familiar with the word stress as it relates to the modern lifestyle. But did you know that as a mind-body term, it did not exist until the 1930s? Read about how stress and the use of massage therapy to relieve it have grown together for more than 85 years.

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Aromatherapy Complements Massage for Trauma

Essential oils have proven medicinal properties and can amplify the effectiveness of massage therapy. Few medicines have the capability of positively affecting the body, mind and spirit as powerfully as essential oils. This capability makes aromatherapy a logical choice when treating the effects of trauma.

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Illustration of healthy knee compared to a knee with a Baker's or popliteal cyst

Massage, Bodywork and Baker’s Cysts

Learn more about a Baker’s cyst and its symptoms, as well as how massage therapy can assist in the relief from this sometimes uncomfortable condition. Also, find out which massage techniques should be incorporated into a session when a client has a Baker’s cyst, and why it is important for bodyworkers to familiarize themselves with the signs, symptoms and risk factors associated with a deep vein thrombosis.

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