by PMA | Jun 8, 2020 | Massage Techniques, Reflexology, The Professional Massage Academy
In reflexology, pressure is applied to certain points or parts of the body and/or foot. The theory of reflexology for feet is that these regions of the body have peripheral nerve endings that sense pressure and adjust. There are certain areas of the feet that...
by PMA | May 14, 2020 | Massage Techniques, Massage Therapy How To, Massage Therapy Information, The Professional Massage Academy, Uncategorized
Acupressure is traditionally used in Chinese traditional medicine and targets certain pressure points called “acupoints.” The person performing the acupressure may use their fingers and hands to apply firm pressure to the acupoint. There should not be pain experienced...
by PMA | Apr 15, 2020 | Massage Techniques, Massage Therapy How To, Massage Therapy Information, Sports Massage
Sports massage is a very specialized technique for the athletic client and often specific for that person in their sport. The massage is often tailored to meet the needs of the client via deep tissue massage and combined with stretching techniques as well. The...
by PMA | Apr 15, 2020 | Massage Techniques, Massage Therapy Information
Chair massage is a type of massage therapy that is performed on a client while they are in a seated position. The “chair” is often a particular massage therapy portable chair that the client can comfortably sit or kneel on, with a head and face support. How can this...
by PMA | Mar 31, 2020 | Massage Techniques, Massage Therapy How To, Massage Therapy Information, The Professional Massage Academy
Different massage techniques offer various benefits for clients: some are looking for a relaxing massage, while others need a specific technique to treat a particular problem. Ashley explains which massage therapy techniques and what massage benefits are best for...
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