Nicole Cutler, L.Ac., MTCM, Dipl. Ac. (NCCAOM)®

Nicole Cutler, L.Ac., MTCM is a long time advocate of integrating perspectives on health. With a Bachelor's degree in Neuroscience from the University of Rochester and a Master's degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine from Five Branches Institute, Nicole has been a licensed acupuncturist since 2000. She has gathered acupuncture licenses in the states of California and New York, is a certified specialist with the National Acupuncture Detoxification Association, has earned diplomat status with the National Commission of Chinese and Oriental Medicine in Acupuncture and Chinese Herbology and is a member of the Society for Integrative Oncology. In addition to her acupuncture practice that focuses on stress and pain relief, digestion, immunity and oncology, Nicole contributes to the integration of healthcare by writing articles for professional massage therapists and people living with liver disease.

Here are my most recent posts:

The Why and How of Postural Evaluation

June 9th, 2023

Incorporating a postural evaluation in each client assessment can help bodyworkers customize massage sessions. Learn why and how this skill can maximize client benefits and satisfaction.

Neuromuscular Therapy for Lumbar Spasms

June 9th, 2023

Neuromuscular therapy is an appropriate and effective medical and sports massage technique. Learn why neuromuscular therapy is recognized as one of the most effective types of bodywork for relieving lower back pain.

Reduce Low Back Pain: 4 Tactics You May Have Overlooked

June 9th, 2023

Massage therapy will likely relieve millions of people suffering from chronic low back pain. However, find out how including four typically forgotten tactics into a treatment plan can substantially increase massage’s benefit to your clients.

Low Back Pain: Five Tips for Massage Therapy Clients

June 9th, 2023

As a professional administering one of the best low back pain relief modalities, massage therapists can also help their clients prevent back pain from recurring.

Massage Helps Aggressive Youths

February 3rd, 2023

In young children aggressive behavior can become problematic if not addressed early. Proven to reduce aggression in preschoolers and adolescents, massage therapy is emerging as a top choice for helping aggressive youths.

High-Risk Pregnancy: Massage Caution or Contraindication?

February 2nd, 2023

Women with high-risk pregnancies are often deprived of bodywork, even though they can benefit the most. Differentiation between a massage caution and massage contraindication will guide therapists with a desire to work with high-risk pregnant clients.

Pediatric Myofascial Release

February 2nd, 2023

Appropriate for kids of all ages, learn how myofascial release can improve many common childhood problems stemming from restrictions in the body’s elaborate web of connective tissue.

Helping Clients Help Their Colicky Infant

February 2nd, 2023

One out of every five babies cries uncontrollably. So understandably, the parents of these babies can use all the help they can get. Armed with four signature moves, massage therapists have many ways to help families dealing with infant colic.

Plantar Wart Detection for Bodyworkers

November 7th, 2019

Even if your clients don’t know what lurks on the undersides of their feet, discover why massage therapists must be able to recognize a potential case of plantar warts.