Postpartum Massage Therapy Benefits
Massage therapy is a great option for women who are pregnant, as well as those who have had their baby and are in the postpartum phase. Be sure to discuss with your OB or Midwife about when massage is safe to have performed after the baby is born, based on your particular situation and recovery […]
Avoiding Carpal Tunnel as a Massage Therapist
Carpal tunnel is a disorder that is caused by irritation or compression of the Median Nerve. The symptoms can include pain, numbness, tingling, or weakness in one or both hands or arms. This can come about due to many factors, to include repetitive use of the hands or arms, tightness in the muscles, poor posture […]
Foot Massage and It’s Surprising Benefits
Foot massage has many benefits for the entire body that may seem surprising! Today, we will be going over the different benefits of foot massage for both the body and mind and why they should be a part of your routine. Interested in learning more about our online massage therapy program? Click here! For more massage […]
Sports Massage: How to and Benefits
A sports massage is a massage that is focused on certain body parts or regions related to use of the body during a sport, active endeavor or workout. Usually, this type of massage is a bit deeper pressure. It may involve other techniques such as stretching, focused trigger point work, deep tissue and/or deep friction […]
How to Be Professional as a Massage Therapist
When people come in for a massage therapy appointment, they want to feel like they are in the hands of a trained professional. The Massage Therapist should strive to come across in a professional manner, and realize that there is a lot of trust involved on the side of the client and in the process […]
Massage Therapy Benefits for Arthritis
Many people have been diagnosed with arthritis. Some of those people have symptoms related to stiffness, pain, tightness or lack of movement related to arthritis. Unfortunately, arthritis-related symptoms can sometimes affect a person’s quality of life and daily activity. What Exactly is Arthritis? Arthritis is a term often used to mean any disorder that affects […]
What to Expect With The MBLEx Exam
In order to become a licensed massage therapist, it is required to pass the Massage and Bodywork Licensing Examination or MBLEx. This exam is an entry-level licensure exam administered in 46 jurisdictions nationwide. It is regulated by the Federation of State Massage Therapy Boards (FSMTB). It is designed to provide a standard examination for students […]
Massage Care For Athletes
When thinking of getting a massage, it is mostly thought of as a time for peak relaxation. However, massage therapists and athletes who get regular massages know the benefits it can have for overall athletic health and performance. Learn the different benefits of massage for athletes and how a regular massage routine can improve their […]
Heart Health and Massage Therapy
Heart health is an important aspect of one’s overall health, and there are many ways in which we can promote this. You have probably already heard about a healthy diet with proper nutrition and aerobic exercise for achieving adequate heart health. But did you know that massage therapy can improve or affect one’s heart health […]
Trigger Point Massage For Cold and Flu Symptoms
Trigger point massage is a technique that can be used in almost any part of the body, and is a very directed and specific technique. Did you know you can use this technique to help alleviate cold and flu symptoms? In fact, this is a great way to help with symptoms such as nasal irritation […]