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:

A Massage Therapist’s Guide to Pulmonary Dyspnoea (COPD)

October 6th, 2011

Clients reporting they are often short of breath must see a physician. If diagnosed with chronic obstructive pulmonary disease, acupressure sessions can assist their medical treatment by improving their ability to breathe.

Mold & Mildew – Making Your Massage Practice Safe for Deep Breathing

October 5th, 2011

Due to the recent heavy rains, all bodyworkers should be aware of the hazards posed by mold and mildew – as well as how to prevent and get rid of these fungal nuisances.

The Ethics of Gossip for Massage Therapists

August 31st, 2011

While talking with clients during a massage session is normal, participating in gossip can be detrimental. To maintain professional ethics, massage therapists must learn to differentiate between friendly conversation and potentially harmful banter.

Why Therapists Teach Partner Pregnancy Massage

August 30th, 2011

While massaging a pregnant woman can be wonderfully therapeutic, teaching her partner how to perform pregnancy massage has holistic benefits far surpassing what you can offer directly.

Keeping a Massage Therapist’s Hands Germ-Free

August 10th, 2011

Reviewing the details of preventing the transmission of germs – and recognizing where mistakes are made – can help renew massage therapists’ pledge to properly cleanse their hands.

Statins and Massage Therapy

August 9th, 2011

As one of the most frequently prescribed medications, make certain you know what side effects statins cause and how to address them in a massage therapy practice.

Massage Therapy’s Place in a Multi-Disciplinary Setting

July 22nd, 2011

Accompanying the rise in popularity of complementary and alternative medicine, there is a strengthening movement to include massage therapy in multi-disciplinary health arenas.

Bringing Massage Therapy into the Workplace

July 21st, 2011

In order to change the alarming statistics on stress and depression in the workplace, employers with foresight will be seeking solutions. Capable of easing stress and depression, the demand for bodyworkers who perform chair massage is likely to skyrocket.

Doubling Bodywork’s Effectiveness Against Osteoporosis

June 27th, 2011

Due to their bones’ fragility, many massage therapists are fearful of working on clients with osteoporosis. As long as the therapist uses a gentle touch, combining two bodywork techniques simultaneously addresses osteoporosis’ origin and its most prominent symptom.