Linda Fehrs, LMT

Linda Fehrs, AAS, LMT is a freelance writer and massage therapy professional licensed by the New York State Department of Education. She is a professional member of the American Massage Therapy Association and the New York State Society of Medical Massage Therapists. Ms. Fehrs has actively practiced massage therapy in the Mid-Hudson Valley since 2002 with a focus on those with special needs, such as developmental and physical disabilities. She is a graduate of the Hudson Valley School of Massage Therapy as well as a former instructor at the school. Prior to becoming a massage therapist she was former managing editor of a weekly community newspaper and is a veteran of the U.S. Navy. Ms. Fehrs currently volunteers with the Red Cross, helping to educate others about emergency preparedness and disaster relief.

Here are my most recent posts:

Extreme Cold Pathologies: Treatable by Massage?

March 7th, 2011

If you live, work or play in the coldest regions of the country, there may be times when you come into contact with cold-weather injuries. Knowing about these injuries can help prevent further damage to life and limb.

Offer Your Clients A Multi-Sensory Experience Using Five-Element Theory

January 31st, 2011

Being aware of and knowledgeable about five-element theory as described in Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) – and how it can relate to the overall experience of your clients – can help to bring about a wholeness of experience before, during and after a massage.

Massage Therapy: Safety and Medical Gloves

December 3rd, 2010

Massage therapy is a hands-on profession. Through the hands of a massage therapist can be felt the tension of muscles, the misalignment of bony structures and the stress of daily life. Some massage therapists may even be able to tell whether a person competes in a particular sport, drives a stick-shift or works at a desk all day – just by the way the body feels during a massage session. On the other hand, learn why some situations require the use of medical gloves.

Can Stress Cause Cancer?

December 1st, 2010

Cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States, and there is some evidence that stress may be a contributing factor to this disease. Massage therapy reduces stress and enhances the immune system. Does that mean massage can reduce the occurrence and severity of cancer? Learn about the connection between cancer, stress and how massage therapy might help.

Essential Oils Assist in Reducing Sciatica

November 3rd, 2010

While the term sciatica is still used occasionally by the general public to describe leg pain that radiates down from the hip, it is not a term used as much in modern day health care, because the many possible causes of this annoying and sometimes debilitating pain are attributed to several origins other than sciatic nerve impingement. Learn how the use of essential oils can help to ease the discomfort of this age-old complaint.

Migraines With Aura Show Increased Health Risk

November 2nd, 2010

A recently completed study has shown that people who suffer from migraines with aura are at a greater risk of dying from cardiovascular disease or stroke than those who have non-migraine headaches, or migraines without the associated aura occurrence. Research has also shown that massage therapy and various massage techniques can help reduce the frequency and intensity of migraines.

Companion Animals Benefit from Massage Therapy

October 13th, 2010

In their natural habitats, animals receive a lot of nurturing touch when they are first born and throughout their infancy. The mothers lick and nudge their young. In contrast, many domesticated animals are often left at home during the day and get inadequate exercise and little interaction with other living beings. Regular massage therapy can help your pet maintain good health and create a stronger bond with the owner. Learn how massage can benefit your companion animal.

Complex Regional Pain Syndrome and Massage Therapy

September 17th, 2010

Chronic pain is a complaint massage therapists hear from many clients. The causes vary from pain as a result of injury or accident to post-surgery pain. There may be times that the actual cause is unknown or elusive. Learn more about complex regional pain syndrome, a chronic and often debilitating form of pain that may be helped by the use of massage therapy.

The Impact of Color and Your Massage Office

September 10th, 2010

Color surrounds us every day of our lives. It can be stimulating or calming. In most massage sessions, the client’s eyes are closed, so it may seem that the colors used in a massage office are less important than in other settings. However, the colors used in your office convey an important message. Learn how to use color to set the tone and help clients get the most out of their massage.

10 Tips for Avoiding Injury With Onsite Massage

August 25th, 2010

Portable massage tables have been around since 1910 – though back then portable did not necessarily mean light in weight – and massage chairs were invented in 1986. But doing onsite massage therapy on a regular basis is still relatively new and, in order to avoid injury, requires an increased awareness to one’s surroundings.