Massage Professionals Update

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

Marketing Couple’s Massage

February 7th, 2013

Whether the occasion is a holiday like Valentine’s Day, Mother’s Day, a special anniversary or someone’s birthday, one way to celebrate the occasion is with a couple’s massage. It is an offering that can help introduce a reluctant first-timer to massage or reinforce the bonding of two people through a shared experience. Learn how introducing and promoting couple’s massage can enhance your practice.

Real Life Stories: Handling Clients Who Are Late

January 23rd, 2013

“I have a client who has been with me for quite a few years. She is a weekly appointment, but she is always late and continually asks for more. I debated how to handle this situation as I did not want to lose such a good client.”

Brain Games: Improving the Mind as Well as the Body

January 23rd, 2013

Just like in doctor’s offices or any waiting room, there are times a client comes early and must wait for his or her appointment. Learn how to improve the health of a client by filling in that time with games.

Real Life Stories: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder

January 4th, 2013

“This was a challenging situation that required me to look beyond the money, the hour-long sessions, and the superficial things held in the body. I often wonder where this young man is today and if he and his counselors are more aware of alternative modalities for PTSD type scenarios.”

The Pregnant Massage Therapist

January 3rd, 2013

As a massage therapist you may occasionally work with pregnant clients, or they may be your main clientele. You know how to give them a prenatal massage and can give them advice and direction in conjunction with other healthcare providers. But when it comes to your own pregnancy – do you know what precautions to take in your practice?

Lesson From a Master

December 28th, 2012

A world-renowned healer describes a simple and effective way to grow your practice.

Real Life Stories: When a Client Wants You to Lie

December 7th, 2012

If a client asks you to submit a false or altered claim, always remember to ask yourself, “Is it worth losing my license, jail time and a hefty fine?” The answer should always be no!

Part 2: The Importance of the Hara in Massage Therapy – Using Your Hara

December 6th, 2012

Using the client’s Hara as an assessment tool for massage was discussed in Part 1 of this series. In Part 2, learn how using your own Hara during a massage session helps to increase effectiveness while reducing the stress on your own body.

Bodywork Bulletin: Six Common Weekend Warrior Ailments

December 5th, 2012

Bodyworkers are best prepared to help weekend warriors when familiar with these six common sports injuries.

Part 1: The Importance of the Hara in Massage Therapy – An Assessment Tool

November 7th, 2012

The Hara is perhaps considered the most important aspect of an effective Asian bodywork session, for both the giver and the receiver. The significance of it is usually learned when training in Zen Shiatsu. Discover where the Hara is located as well as how using and addressing the Hara can be effective with other types of bodywork.