Massage Professionals Update

NCBTMB: New Changes Bring Big Confusion UPDATED February 2019!

May 7th, 2013

As of January 1, 2013 the NCBTMB credential of “National Certification” was retired and the “Board Certification” credential was introduced. Taking some NCBTMB-certified massage therapists by surprise, these changes have caused a lot of confusion. Find out the answers to some commonly asked questions.

Real Life Stories: When Employers Are Corrupt

April 23rd, 2013

“Whether you are starting out or have some years of experience, don’t let an employer take unfair advantage of you.”

The Elements of Massage

April 22nd, 2013

Each modality in massage therapy has its own set of theories and beliefs. Most are not unique to that particular modality, and many of them overlap. Some use ideas and techniques from Eastern or Western cultural traditions, and some incorporate a bit from each tradition. Learning about the use of elements can help to enhance your massage techniques.

Fostering Relationships Between Physicians and Massage Therapists

April 18th, 2013

By using these five suggestions for approaching medical professionals, massage therapists can cultivate valuable relationships with their local physicians.

Real Life Stories: When Clients Want Sexual Favors

April 2nd, 2013

“When I first began practicing massage therapy, back in the mid-70s, when legitimate therapeutic massage wasn’t so commonplace as it has become, I had a young male client who assumed he was there to receive more.”

To Touch or Not to Touch – Should That Even Be a Question?

March 29th, 2013

America is a melting pot of various cultures, all of which bring their differences with regard to the appropriateness of touch. Some may be high touch, low touch and even no touch with regard to their tactile communication. Massage therapists who live and work in communities where there are diverse cultural norms need to be sensitive to these differences – by understanding and honoring them.

The Transition from Clinician to Healer

March 22nd, 2013

When bodyworkers obtain mastery of their profession, they are deemed a healer. Most bodyworkers strive for this aptitude level – however few know how to transition into this role.

Real Life Stories: Staying Safe During House Calls

March 6th, 2013

While house calls, or out calls as they are sometimes called, can be convenient for the client, they have the potential for being quite dangerous for the massage therapist.

Beyond PTSD – Helping to Heal the Trauma of Combat Through Massage Therapy

February 27th, 2013

At the end of 2012, tens of thousands of war veterans came back home. They returned to all the mundane aspects of life they left behind when they were called to deploy to combat zones in the Middle East. For many it is a difficult transition and they are not the same person they were when life was more predictable. Learn how massage and other complementary therapies can help ease the stress, trauma and physical injuries so often affecting our war veterans.

Alcohol and Massage: A Dangerous Combination

February 26th, 2013

Is it okay to offer clients wine or champagne before a massage to help them relax? To some it may seem a good marketing ploy…but it could lead to some unpleasant circumstances. Learn about why serving alcohol to clients is a BAD idea.