Massage Professionals Update

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

Is Soy Good for Clients with Hypothyroidism?

February 19th, 2008

Does soy pose a threat to your thyroid? Massage therapists who are knowledgeable about the controversy around soy foods are best prepared to address this growing dietary concern.

Reduce Spasms and Improve Flexibility with Reciprocal Inhibition

January 15th, 2008

The fundamental mechanism of how our bodies maintain posture and produce movement is based simply on the balance of continually contracting and relaxing opposing muscles. Discover how using this principle, reciprocal inhibition, helps reduce spasms as well as strengthens and improves flexibility in your clients.

Sex Research Sparks An Ethical Debate for Bodyworkers

December 28th, 2007

A British medical journal published research confirming that sexual issues likely signal other health risks. According to The Lancet, healthcare providers who ignore reports of sexual dysfunction may be missing early indicators for heart failure, depression and other serious ailments. … Continue reading →

6 Considerations for Performing Massage on a Cruise Ship

December 28th, 2007

Those in the massage therapy field often regard employment on a cruise ship as the ultimate job. Although there are many benefits to this type of work, find out why only certain individuals are suited to withstand cruise ship employment’s many challenges.

Caution: Stiff Neck – or Torticollis?

December 27th, 2007

Most of us have had the experience of waking up in the morning with a stiff neck. For some, this painful sensation is a severe and recurring problem. More than just a stiff neck, torticollis is characterized by involuntary contractions or intermittent spasms of neck muscles. Learn how valuable massage therapy can be to clients with torticollis, as well as the precautions to be aware of when approaching this condition.

Massage Therapy Provides Pain Relief From Osteoarthritis

December 12th, 2007

Caused by the breakdown and eventual loss of cartilage of one or more joints, osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, affecting over 20 million people in the United States. Whether performed in an office or spa, discover what bodywork methods can effectively relieve the pain and discomfort of osteoarthritis.

Keep it Moving: Lymph’s Role in a Healthy Body

December 12th, 2007

While most massage professionals have a general understanding of the lymphatic system, few are fully aware of the critical role it plays in our overall health. Find out for yourself how manipulation of the lymphatic system can be beneficial to your clients and what conditions would prevent you from its use.

5 Tips For Restless Leg Syndrome Massage

December 12th, 2007

While many people suffering with restless legs syndrome benefit from bodywork, this review offers specific guidance for the practitioner. By being aware of the cautions and utilizing the five bodywork tips for restless legs syndrome, therapists can make a dramatic impact on this condition.

How You Can Treat Imbalances Causing Pain

November 16th, 2007

While massage therapists have many modalities to choose from to relieve pain, personalizing a treatment for a client’s pain is part of most forms of Asian bodywork. Discover what massage style is the best choice to incorporate into a customized pain treatment plan.