Massage Professionals Update

6 Considerations for Performing Massage on a Cruise Ship

December 28th, 2007

Those in the massage therapy field often regard employment on a cruise ship as the ultimate job. Although there are many benefits to this type of work, find out why only certain individuals are suited to withstand cruise ship employment’s many challenges.

Caution: Stiff Neck – or Torticollis?

December 27th, 2007

Most of us have had the experience of waking up in the morning with a stiff neck. For some, this painful sensation is a severe and recurring problem. More than just a stiff neck, torticollis is characterized by involuntary contractions or intermittent spasms of neck muscles. Learn how valuable massage therapy can be to clients with torticollis, as well as the precautions to be aware of when approaching this condition.

Massage Therapy Provides Pain Relief From Osteoarthritis

December 12th, 2007

Caused by the breakdown and eventual loss of cartilage of one or more joints, osteoarthritis is the most common type of arthritis, affecting over 20 million people in the United States. Whether performed in an office or spa, discover what bodywork methods can effectively relieve the pain and discomfort of osteoarthritis.

Keep it Moving: Lymph’s Role in a Healthy Body

December 12th, 2007

While most massage professionals have a general understanding of the lymphatic system, few are fully aware of the critical role it plays in our overall health. Find out for yourself how manipulation of the lymphatic system can be beneficial to your clients and what conditions would prevent you from its use.

5 Tips For Restless Leg Syndrome Massage

December 12th, 2007

While many people suffering with restless legs syndrome benefit from bodywork, this review offers specific guidance for the practitioner. By being aware of the cautions and utilizing the five bodywork tips for restless legs syndrome, therapists can make a dramatic impact on this condition.

How You Can Treat Imbalances Causing Pain

November 16th, 2007

While massage therapists have many modalities to choose from to relieve pain, personalizing a treatment for a client’s pain is part of most forms of Asian bodywork. Discover what massage style is the best choice to incorporate into a customized pain treatment plan.

How Deep Breathing Can Support Massage Therapy

November 15th, 2007

Discover a valuable breathing exercise to teach your clients in order to further enhance the therapeutic benefits of your sessions.

Massage Therapy Can Ease Symptoms of Muscular Dystrophy

November 14th, 2007

Learn about the main types of muscular dystrophy, as well as the disease’s primary signs and symptoms. Also find out the benefits and therapeutic value massage treatment offers people suffering from muscular dystrophy.

A New Tool to Manage Chronic Pain

November 13th, 2007

Massage therapists are typically called upon to help people manage chronic pain, yet getting all of the relevant information from clients can be challenging. While some clients successfully record the daily changes important to chronic pain treatment on their own, a new Internet tool makes it simple and fosters communication between the client and massage professional.

Bodywork for Clients With Calcium Deposits

October 10th, 2007

An estimated 42 percent of Americans process calcium deposits. These bumps can be found in many different areas of the body and range from barely noticeable to painfully obtrusive. Although their diagnosis is beyond the scope of practice for massage therapists, professional bodyworkers can learn how best to handle clients with calcium deposits.