Massage Professionals Update

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

Lighting Up Your Massage Practice

June 28th, 2007

Light intensity plays a significant role in creating a relaxing environment. Illuminate yourself on the principles of Feng Shui, the ancient art of design and learn what lighting works best for your massage space.

Nosebleeds 101

June 27th, 2007

Epistaxis, known more commonly as a nosebleed, can be a frightening experience. Learn why nosebleeds happen, when they require a physician’s consultation, and what you can do for clients who frequently experience them.

A Preferred Approach to Sciatica

May 22nd, 2007

The physical demands we place on our bodies daily can easily disrupt the delicate balance our spine struggles to maintain. At any given moment, an estimated 40 million Americans are experiencing sciatica caused by a herniated disk. Learn why bodyworkers practicing neuromuscular therapy are ideally suited to assess and provide relief to client’s with a herniated disc.

Two Treatments to Relieve Hand Arthritis

May 22nd, 2007

The onset of arthritis will become increasingly common as the “baby boomer” generation continues to age. Discover two methods for treating the pain, swelling and loss of movement associated with this condition.

An Ideal Combination of Bodywork Techniques

May 21st, 2007

Combining therapeutic approaches is the cornerstone of integrative medicine. Learn how to combine two popular massage techniques to improve client sessions, and help stand out from others in your field.

You Have a Powerful Tool to Help People With Dementia

May 1st, 2007

Learn how a caring massage professional can help ease the fear and isolation and improve the well-being of those with dementia. Massage and bodywork can be powerful tools in helping people with this progressive loss of mental function.

How a Commonly Used Steroid Affects Massage

April 30th, 2007

As many massage therapists know, steroids are frequently relied upon to treat chronic pain. With the increased likelihood of seeing clients who have been prescribed these types of medications, it is important to learn about one of the most commonly used steroids for managing pain, its potential side effects and impact on massage.

Learn How to Unlock Tissue Memory

April 27th, 2007

The unexpressed trauma of past experiences stored in the musculature and connective tissue of our bodies creates tension, blocks circulation and can ultimately lead to pain and disease. Learn what you can do as a massage therapist to unlock and free clients of these tissue memories.

Contraception Poses Blood Clot Risk

March 22nd, 2007

Dislodging a blood clot represents one of the most potentially dangerous consequences of massage therapy. Learn how a client’s choice of contraception can affect massage and how to avoid a potentially risky situation.

Two Natural Topical Pain Relievers

March 20th, 2007

Chronic muscular pain is the number one complaint encountered by bodyworkers. Learn what two natural substances are considered to be superior pain-relievers by both the Western and complementary medical communities.