Body Mechanics For Massage Therapists
Utilizing proper body mechanics is imperative to having longevity in the massage industry. Proper mechanics makes the therapist techniques more effective. This helps to increase the quality of massage that you provide to your clients while producing safe movements. Improper body mechanics can result in injury and burnout. Taking the time to practice proper body […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
How To Interact With Your Massage Clients
Interacting with massage clients is an important part of every massage. It is great to ask clients questions prior to a massage session, as well as throughout a massage. This will engage that person, and allow you to figure out their needs so that the massage session will be what they are looking for. The […]
What to Expect After Your First Massage
It is especially helpful to know what to expect after your first massage. This will give you a good indication of what is “normal” and expected, so that you are well-informed. It will also give you an idea of what is not normal, and thus more able to develop a plan in that case. This […]
When Not To Get a Massage
There are times when massage therapy is not the right approach based on one’s condition or what they are going through at that current time. In our previous blog titled, “When Should I Not Get a Massage” we discussed instances when one should not get a massage. This article will elaborate further on when to […]
Trigger Points and Massage Therapy
Trigger points are areas in the muscles also referred to as “knots.” The definition of a trigger point, as described in Myofascial Pain and Dysfunction, The Trigger Point Manual By Janet G. Travell, MD and David G. Simons, MD is, “a focus of hyperirritability in a tissue that, when compressed, is locally tender and, if […]
6 Tips To Grow Your Massage Business
There are many ways to grow your massage business so that you are helping as many people as you can! Here are six tips to help you grow your business fast and effectively. 1. Offer Loyalty Rewards and Referral Programs People love to earn points, have a punch card, get a referral credit or discount. […]
The Principles of Chinese Massage
Chinese massage is thought to be the oldest system of bodywork and massage. This originated in ancient China, and is one of the four main branches of traditional Chinese Medicine. The other branches are acupuncture, qi gong, and Chinese herbal medicine. Another name for Chinese massage is Tuina or “tui-na,” pronounced twee-nah. Chinese Massage Explained […]