Jimmy Gialelis, LMT, BCTMB

Jimmy Gialelis, LMT, is a national board certified clinical practitioner passionate about clients actualizing maximum health gains. A member of the Massage Therapy Hall of Fame, he contributes to the Massage & Bodywork Licensure Exam as an exam item writer. He maintains a continuing education business, Advanced Massage Arts & Education, along with his private practice studio in Tempe, AZ.

Here are my most recent posts:

Research on the Efficacy of Energy Work

March 22nd, 2022

Find out about the research on the efficacy of energy work, reported benefits of energy work, and why it holds a significant place in the field of massage and bodywork.

Massage Therapy’s Impact on Increasing Blood Flow

February 22nd, 2022

Ask a massage therapist “What are some benefits of massage?” and within the first three responses will be “Increasing blood flow.”

The Massage Therapy Licensure Compact Project

December 9th, 2021

Recently, a unique effort was undertaken to provide an alternate means towards achieving true national licensure and portability for the massage profession.

8 Alternative Treatments + Massage for Phantom Pain Phenomena

November 18th, 2021

Learn about phantom pain and phantom limb syndrome, as well as 9 alternative and complementary practices (including massage therapy) that can be used to reduce emotional distress from this phenomena.

The Benefits of Gua Sha: Chinese Scraping Method

September 27th, 2021

Discover the healing modality of Gua Sha and its traditional application. Learn about the many benefits of this Chinese scraping method that have been confirmed in research studies, as well as the author’s own findings during Gua Sha sessions in private practice.

The Benefit of Foam Rollers for Clients and Massage Therapists

August 10th, 2021

Learn how foam rollers benefit your massage clients, its role as a self-care tool for yourself, and 6 things to consider before purchasing a foam roller.

A Guide to Understanding Independent Contracting vs. Employee Status

July 19th, 2021

This article defines key terms and creates a clear distinction between self-employed and employee status designations for massage therapists.

The Role of Stress in the Development of Tension Headaches

April 12th, 2021

April is Stress Awareness Month. Discover what a tension headache is, the role stress plays in developing this type of headache, and how massage therapy can help relieve them.