Massage Professionals Update

Setting the Scalenes Straight

September 10th, 2009

Often bypassed due to their anatomical surroundings, the scalene muscles may be the source of upper body pain and numbness. Learn about four scalene-specific techniques that, when applied carefully, can bring clients great relief from these common problems.

Bodyworker’s Pathology Review: Folliculitis

September 9th, 2009

Although typically dismissed as a pimple, folliculitis has infectious potential. Learn more about the symptoms and different types of folliculitis, and find out how bodyworkers can properly address this skin condition.

Poison Ivy Precautions for Massage Therapists

August 18th, 2009

‘Tis the season for gardening, hiking and the eventual summertime bout of poison ivy, poison oak or poison sumac. It seems like a no-brainer for massage therapists when it comes to treating a client. The basic precaution of not touching the area of a visible rash does indeed apply. But should a massage therapist be cautious beyond the mere visible indications of some sort of contact dermatitis? And, if all precautions fail, how do you deal with that itchy rash?

An Interview with Luana Halpern: Giving to Breast Cancer Survivors

August 17th, 2009

Designed the way healing really should be, this wellness center for breast cancer survivors delivers. This interview with the founder of the You Can Thrive! program will remind massage therapists why they began studying integrative medicine in the first place.

Aiding Memory: Bodywork and Beyond

August 12th, 2009

Despite the repeatedly proven association between increased circulation and improved health, many neglect how this relationship also affects memory. With this in mind, there are many ways to support a person’s ability to retain and remember information.

Assessing Myoclonus in a Massage Setting

August 11th, 2009

Massage therapists may be the first to witness their clients’ myoclonic symptoms. Bodyworkers able to differentiate between muscle spasms, harmless twitches and pathological body jerks will know when to refer their clients for a neurological evaluation.

Petrissage Proven Effective for Athletes

July 15th, 2009

Although recognition of sports massage has been steadily growing, conclusive evidence of its benefits has been scant. However, a scientific contribution proves a popular sports massage technique is effective in enhancing an athlete’s performance and reducing muscle fatigue.

What Massage Therapists Should Know About Body Piercings

July 14th, 2009

Body piercings are common and may puncture many different areas of your client’s body. As such, learn about several piercing cautions bodyworkers should be aware of.

Bodyworkers Can Help Asthmatics

July 13th, 2009

Despite the medications used by asthmatics, there is still a need for other methods to improve their ability to breathe easily. The skillful application of acupressure is a simple, safe, non-invasive approach confirmed to improve the breathing of a person with this problematic respiratory condition.

Helpful Hints for Selecting and Caring for Massage Linens

July 10th, 2009

Aside from your massage table, perhaps the next most costly items in your practice may be linens. Massage linens are also some of the most important items, especially when it comes to the comfort of your clients. Take the confusion out of the selection of your massage linens by learning how to choose your linens with care and ensure their durability.