Daily Archives: August 2007

How Massage Can Relieve Heartburn Symptoms

August 24th, 2007

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 also help a person with this uncomfortable condition. Learn what massage modalities can assist individuals suffering from heartburn.

The Benefits of Exercise for Fibromyalgia: Tips to Share With Clients

August 23rd, 2007

As one of the more common chronic pain syndromes, massage therapists are likely to encounter and counsel clients with fibromyalgia. Find out more about the value exercise has for those with this debilitating condition as well as information you can share with clients who have turned to you for treatment.

Autistic Clients and the Value of Touch Therapy

August 22nd, 2007

A neurological disorder affecting normal brain function, autism is a complex developmental disability that typically appears during the first three years of life. The safe and nurturing touch of therapeutic massage is being used more and more frequently as an accepted and innovative complementary treatment for children and adults with autism. Learn how you can help in treating this challenging disorder.