Massage Professionals Update

Using Candles in Your Office

May 19th, 2009

The ambiance you create in your office and treatment rooms reflects who you are as a business and a massage therapist. Candles are one way of introducing both soft lighting and healing fragrance into your practice. Learn more about choosing and using candles safely.

Contrast Therapy: Its Use and Effectiveness

April 16th, 2009

Aside from the use of touch as a low-tech form of therapy, the effective use of heat and cold has been recognized as a healing tool for thousands of years. Learn about the application of contrasting temperatures, and how it can make for a more effective massage session.

Bodywork After Breast Cancer Surgery

April 14th, 2009

While more women than ever are able to beat breast cancer, there is still a need to help them recover from breast removal surgery. Despite warnings to avoid bodywork on anyone with a history of cancer, properly prepared massage therapists can help survivors heal from their breast cancer surgery.

Strain Counterstrain for Acute Pain

March 25th, 2009

Massage therapists have many modalities to choose from to help relax hypertonic muscles. However, the gentle and effective technique of strain counterstrain is one of the best ways to convince shortened tissue to lengthen.

Massage Therapy Aids Recovery After Plastic Surgery

March 25th, 2009

More than 17 million cosmetic and reconstructive plastic surgery procedures were performed in 2007, and the figures continue to rise even in the face of economic downturns. Discover how massage speeds the healing and eases the swelling, pain and stiffness caused by these procedures.

Preparing Your Taxes: It’s Never Too Early

March 9th, 2009

Whether you are an employee of a company that withholds taxes all year long or you are self-employed, as a massage therapist you are required to file your income tax returns. While it may take an accountant to figure out the details, here are some helpful hints to get you started, as well as answers to frequently asked questions.

Geriatric Massage – Part II: Modalities for Frail Elders

March 9th, 2009

Discover six techniques that can safely be used on those who are experiencing the discomforts of aging, and find out five special precautions and contraindications to be aware of regarding this growing population.

Five Tips on Essential Oil Maintenance

March 6th, 2009

Although essential oils typically lack an expiration date stamp, their effectiveness can diminish with element exposure and time. However, therapists can easily learn how to prolong the life of their oils and detect when they are no longer viable.

Can Massage Affect Cholesterol Levels?

March 5th, 2009

Learn about a Japanese study confirming that a specific type of massage can have measurable results for lowering cholesterol levels.

How Bodywork Impacts Hypertension

February 10th, 2009

Depending on what techniques are applied, massage therapy can either raise or lower blood pressure. In preparation for working with hypertensive clients, it’s crucial you know which modalities to choose.