Leslie DeMatteo, LMT, MS

Leslie L. DeMatteo, LMT, MS, has been an active massage therapist since 1998, after graduating from the Sarasota School of Massage Therapy in Sarasota, FL. There she completed the massage therapy program along with a certificate program in Nuad-Bo-Rarn: Traditional Massage of Thailand. Since then, she has completed continuing education in cranial-sacral fundamentals, cancer and mastectomy massage, reflexology, trigger point therapy and prenatal massage. She is also certified by the National Certification Board for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork (NCBTMB) and is a Professional Level member of Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals (ABMP). Her work in massage therapy continuing education and teaching in a massage school ignited a passion for adult training and education, which led her to pursue her Bachelor's Degree in Adult Learning: Vocational Instruction, followed by her a Master's Degree in Adult Learning.

Here are my most recent posts:

Massage Is a Fantastic Therapy Option for Fibromyalgia Patients

October 10th, 2017

While there is much to consider when providing massage to fibromyalgia sufferers, discover why massage therapy can be an excellent treatment option for this painful and debilitating condition.

What Is Qigong: Chinese Energy Healing All About?

September 8th, 2017

Discover how Qigong energy work can help both you and your massage clients. Plus learn 3 special breathing exercises you can start using right away.

Discover How Massage Benefits the Disabled

August 14th, 2017

Special populations such as those who suffer from debilitating diseases and conditions, those with brain and spinal cord injuries and those with developmental disabilities can benefit greatly from receiving massage therapy.

5 Benefits of Infant Massage You May Not Have Known

August 1st, 2017

Why is massage so important for babies and young children?

The Growing Problem of Addiction: Can Massage Therapy Aid in Recovery?

July 5th, 2017

Discover more about massage therapy’s positive role in a drug, alcohol or nicotine recovery program.

Massage Therapy’s Powerful Role in Easing Symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis

June 1st, 2017

Learn more about massage therapy’s critical role in easing symptoms of Multiple Sclerosis (MS), 5 cautions when working with this population, as well as the best 3 modalities to use with MS patients.

Understand Proprioception for Safe and Effective Massage Treatments

May 15th, 2017

As massage therapists, it is vital that we have a full understanding of proprioception: what it does in the body, how it can maximize pain management, and how to utilize it to increase muscle length and range of movement throughout the client’s body.

Cupping: An Effective Approach to Release Trigger Points

May 2nd, 2017

Did you know that this ancient technique can aid in the treatment of myofascial points?

Massage Therapy’s Role in Improving Sexual Health and Function

April 4th, 2017

As massage therapists, we are careful to project a professional, even clinical, image in the effort to avoid problems from clients seeking sexual contact during their massage. There are many stereotypes and misdirected expectations around this issue along with a considerable amount of fear, especially from new therapists. Sometimes, with all the angst over sex that exists in the profession, it can be difficult to communicate honestly with clients and each other about how massage therapy impacts sexual health and function.