Massage Professionals Update

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

Three Types of Facial Pain and Massage Therapy

September 28th, 2012

Facial pain can be caused by several different pathologies. Knowing the cause of the pain is the first step in taking steps to ease or eliminate it. Learn about three types of facial pain and whether they can be helped with massage therapy or if they need more serious intervention.

The Often Overlooked Secret to a Therapist’s Success

September 26th, 2012

Find out why a massage therapist’s self-confidence forms the cornerstone of his or her practice.

OMG – I Think I’ve Got It! Cyberchondria

August 30th, 2012

You probably have a few clients like this. They come in with all kinds of aches and pains and are sure they have something serious. Why? Because they researched their symptoms on the Internet, checked out various medical websites and ultimately self-diagnosed themselves as having some rare form of ailment. Read how cyberchondria is on the rise and how it may affect both you and your massage clients.

Can Massage Therapy Reduce Headache Occurrence?

August 28th, 2012

Did you know there are approximately 200 kinds of headaches? The International Headache Society has listed them all but, to make it a bit easier, they have also broken them down into three main categories: Primary, Secondary and Cranial Neuralgia/Primary Facial Pain/Other. Learn about which ones can be helped by massage therapy and which may need a different kind of intervention.

Sports Massage Is an Integral Part of the Olympics

August 6th, 2012

Sports massage therapists can be a part of Olympic history by helping world-class athletes excel.

When Massage Therapists Should Know About Ganglion Cysts

August 2nd, 2012

Extremely common on the wrist and hand, ganglion cysts are still somewhat of a mystery.

The Soft Sell Approach to Retail

August 1st, 2012

Have you ever been approached by a sales person who seems desperate and a little too eager to sell you a product? How does that make you feel? Learn about the soft sell approach to retail. It is a method that will keep both you and your massage clients happy.

Another Reason to Work with Pregnant Clients

July 30th, 2012

A study on a popular type of pain reliever gives pregnant women greater incentive to receive massage therapy.

The Business of Business – Beyond Bodywork

July 5th, 2012

Are you thinking about adding retail to your massage business? It can be a move that is not only helpful to you, but also to your client. Your profits will grow as you make it more convenient for them to purchase hard-to-come-by products that will also enhance their well-being and have them thinking of you between massage sessions.