Massage Professionals Update

Learn How to Unlock Tissue Memory

April 27th, 2007

The unexpressed trauma of past experiences stored in the musculature and connective tissue of our bodies creates tension, blocks circulation and can ultimately lead to pain and disease. Learn what you can do as a massage therapist to unlock and free clients of these tissue memories.

Contraception Poses Blood Clot Risk

March 22nd, 2007

Dislodging a blood clot represents one of the most potentially dangerous consequences of massage therapy. Learn how a client’s choice of contraception can affect massage and how to avoid a potentially risky situation.

Two Natural Topical Pain Relievers

March 20th, 2007

Chronic muscular pain is the number one complaint encountered by bodyworkers. Learn what two natural substances are considered to be superior pain-relievers by both the Western and complementary medical communities.

When Clients Have Body Odor

March 13th, 2007

Conventional wisdom suggests that perspiration is the cause of body odor. Perspiration is the body’s way of cooling off; a pea-sized bead of sweat can cool about one quart of blood by one degree Fahrenheit. Exposure to heat, physical activity … Continue reading →

How You Can Help Treat Menstrual Pain

February 21st, 2007

While your clients may not recognize the medical term dysmenorrhea, massage therapists are capable of reducing the pain it causes. Learn what modalities to use in helping those clients debilitated by menstrual cramps.

Benefits and Challenges of Working in a Spa

February 20th, 2007

As the spa industry continues to boom, a growing number of massage therapists are finding spas to be the source of their livelihoods. In order to cater to the needs of the public to rejuvenate, unwind and heal, spas are increasing in number. Discover the extra skills required to be successful in this unique work setting.

Valentine Blues Awareness for Bodyworkers

February 8th, 2007

People who are single or are in a less than desirable relationship may be prone to the newly coined term, “Valentine’s Day Blues”. Learn how the intimate nature of the massage profession may test the client/practitioner relationship during this unpredictable holiday.

Understanding Lymphedema

February 7th, 2007

Swelling is one of the client complaints frequently encountered by bodyworkers. With implications ranging from mild to severe, there is typically great confusion about the differentiation between swelling, edema and lymphedema. Learn how to distinguish lymphedema from other conditions and the unique massage techniques needed for effective treatment.

Aromatherapy: Effective Treatment for Head Lice

February 6th, 2007

Being educated about the irritating parasites you and your family members may bring home from work or school is the best form of protection. See how aromatherapy can offer a unique and effective way of treating unwelcome head lice.

Cranial-Sacral Therapy’s Wide Range of Applications

January 19th, 2007

Lying within their scope of practice in the majority of regulated states, massage therapists can fortunately utilize cranial-sacral therapy to the benefit of their clients. See how adding this modality to a bodywork treatment plan can greatly enhance your ability to address a variety of client ailments.