Massage Professionals Update

The Benefits of Massage Therapy on Parkinson’s Disease

March 21st, 2018

In addition to its tragic impact on voluntary motor skills, Parkinson’s disease typically causes muscle stiffness and rigidity. Learn how bodywork can alleviate the symptoms of this increasingly common central nervous system disorder.

6 Precautions to Take with HIV-Infected Clients

March 5th, 2018

If you are following standard universal precautions, you have nothing to fear from working with clients who may be infected with HIV. The fact is, we practice universal precautions because we can never know who does, or does not, have HIV, hepatitis, or other infectious viruses. By ensuring we practice universal precautions equally with all clients, we avoid the risks of becoming infected ourselves and of creating a situation where cross-infection between clients is possible.

Aromatherapy Massage Is Safe and Natural for Managing Pain

February 5th, 2018

Aromatherapy massage is a safe, natural approach for effectively managing pain. Discover which painful conditions it can offer relief for, the best essential oils you should use, as well as four safety considerations to keep in mind.

The Power Is in Your Hands: 3 Ways to Get More Clients

January 16th, 2018

As massage therapists, one of the most difficult aspects of our profession is handling the business side of …well…of the business! As a group, massage therapists tend to be more interested in the healing aspects of our work and far less interested in handling the day to day duties that must be taken care of in order to thrive as a business. While this is as it should be, leaving the business details unattended can really cause significant problems.

Sound Healing: 8 Health Benefits to Note

January 3rd, 2018

Sound healing as a modality is still in the early stages and is primarily used in the complementary and alternative healing arenas. In the massage therapy industry, we have long known that soft, relaxing music, chanting, and sounds can enhance the relaxation response we are seeking for our clients during the massage therapy session.

8 Must-Have Massage Tools for 2018

December 8th, 2017

As we approach the end of 2017 it is a great time to take a moment and see what new tools, trends, and techniques are popular in the massage industry.

3 Easy Ways to Welcome Gratitude in Your Life

November 10th, 2017

Gratitude can improve our state of mind, our health, and our lives. While talking about gratitude may not seem on the surface to have much to do with massage therapy, when we look deeper into it we can see how important it can be for the industry. Most massage therapists recognize that there is a significant energy component to our work, especially those who practice any type of energy based bodywork. This is important, because gratitude is like a warranty plan for our energy work. Practicing gratitude can help reduce burnout and can improve our relationships with our clients. Gratitude is also very good for business!

The Positive Impacts of Massage Therapy for Diabetic Clients

November 2nd, 2017

November is Diabetes Awareness Month. Massage therapy is essential for people with diabetes, because it can improve symptoms of neuropathy, help reduce blood sugar, create better balance and foot flexibility, as well as improve circulation.

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.