by PMA | Mar 11, 2021 | Feather Stroking, Massage Techniques, Massage Therapy How To, The Professional Massage Academy
There are many types of massage therapy techniques that range from deep pressure with invigorating effects to light pressure for relaxation effects. There are also techniques used between other stroke techniques in order to make the massage cohesive. Feather stroking...
by PMA | Mar 11, 2021 | Massage Techniques, Massage Therapy Information, The Professional Massage Academy
You may think of massage techniques as being applied by hands only. Although Massage Therapists do often use their hands, if this is always the case then the repetitive nature of massage can lead to issues in the future. Certain tools and maneuvers can help to...
by PMA | Mar 11, 2021 | Massage Techniques, Massage Therapy Information, The Professional Massage Academy
Fascia is the connective tissue structure that is between the skin and the muscle in our bodies, as well as surrounds internal structures in our body. The analogy often made is that it is similar to the “pith,” which is the spongy white substance that’s between...
by PMA | Mar 10, 2021 | Massage Techniques, Massage Therapy Information, The Professional Massage Academy
Chronic pain is defined as pain lasting more than six months. It is often a multi-system output, meaning there can be many aspects to one’s pain. Often, the pain is no longer indicating tissue damage but is now an output of the brain as well. Stress, emotional pain or...
by PMA | Feb 27, 2021 | Massage Techniques, Massage Therapy Information, The Professional Massage Academy
Stress is prevalent in our society, both “good stress” and “bad stress” can make an impact on our health and wellness. Here are top five tips to reduce stress. How Can I Reduce Stress? Get quality sleep and enough of it. Sleep is so important to our overall well-being...
by PMA | Feb 12, 2021 | Massage Techniques, Massage Therapy How To, Massage Therapy Information, The Professional Massage Academy, Uncategorized
Cross fiber friction massage is a technique that massage therapists perform, and it is applied in a very particular way. This is performed often-times with the fingertips or a tool in order to create deep pressure and friction in the area being treated. The therapist...
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