Low Back Pain: When To See a Massage Therapist?
Low back pain (LBP) is very prevalent in the U.S., with some reports that say up to 80% of Americans have experienced LBP in their lifetime. There are varying degrees of symptoms related to LBP, and many different experiences as well. With that, you may be wondering when to see a massage therapist for low […]
How Can Massage Relieve Stiff Neck Pain?
Sometimes your neck is stiff and tight. Sometimes it is stiff and painful. Both conditions are not fun to deal with, as neck discomfort, tightness and pain is distracting and aggravating for most people. What does one do when you feel stiff neck pain? Stiff Neck Pain: How Can A Massage Help? A great first […]
Deep Tissue Massage: Demo
Watch as our instructor Marie walks through proper thumb technique for deep tissue massage! This technique is one of many that students learn and perform with instructors during their hands-on, in-person training. Learn more about our massage therapy program!
Circulatory Health Benefits of Massage Therapy
How Massage Therapy Can Benefit Circulatory Health There are many benefits of massage therapy for one’s circulatory health. The circulatory system is responsible for the flow of blood and lymph throughout the body. This system consists of the vital organs such as the heart, blood vessels, lymphatic glands and vessels. Circulatory health is important for […]
What To Tell Your Massage Therapist Before A Massage?
It is important to communicate with your massage therapist prior to the massage in order to ensure you are on the same page. The massage therapist may ask you questions prior, and you are encouraged to expand on the information or ask questions as well. Here are some essential components to touch on prior to […]
How Can Massage Therapy Relieve Tension?
Tension is a common complaint. We can feel tension in various parts of our bodies and related to various reasons or sources of tension. Often, people feel tension in their neck, shoulders, jaw, low back and hips. This can be of differing degrees from a low-grade annoyance to debilitating discomfort or pain. Massage therapy can […]
Deep Tissue Massage: Demo
Watch as our Director of Education, Jason, demonstrates a deep tissue massage technique! Have questions about our online massage therapy program? Visit our FAQ page. Follow us on Instagram Like us on Facebook
Intro to Swedish Massage
On a recent FB Live, Ashley explained the basic principles of Swedish Massage, which is one of the core techniques taught at The Professional Massage Academy. Like us on Facebook! Follow us on Instagram!
Tendonitis: What It Is and How Is Massage Therapy Helpful?
Many people suffer from painful and intrusive tendonitis. This can affect many regions in the body such as the knees (patellar tendon), calves (achilles tendon), and elbows (common extensor tendon). Tendons are the connection between the muscle and bone in our bodies, and tendon fibers are what make up the tendon. The tendons can get […]
What Is Cupping Massage?
As many people remember, Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps had large red circles during the Rio Olympic games a few years ago. Cupping has been practiced throughout Asia for thousands of years, and is now a very popular technique that Massage Therapists perform. Cupping massage can produce overall effects such as decreased pain, improved flexibility and […]