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Guide to Buying a Massage Couch or Table
There are a wide range of massage couches on the market which are suitable for a wide range of beauty and holistic therapy treatments. Which should you buy?
Creating White Noise in the Massage Room
White noise can help drown out traffic and other noise distractions in the spa or holistic therapy room, allowing the client to relax and be undisturbed.
Massage Benefits That May Surprise You
Massage therapy promotes some surprising health and wellness benefits which most people would never otherwise associate with this form of therapy.
Taxes and the Massage or Bodywork Therapist
Bodyworkers and holistic practitioners can maintain records year-round and avoid hassles, fees and the stress of preparing for tax day.
The Health Benefits of Healing Massage
To maintain health and prevent the body from breaking down, plan regular massages that won't break the pocketbook and will prevent various health problems down the road.
Massage Room Equipment And Accessories
Bodyworkers and massage therapists require certain equipment to start a practice. Additional tools can enhance sessions and make the practitioner's work easier.
Buying a Massage Table
Many different wellness practitioners use massage tables in their practices. Explore industry standards, helpful tax-saving tips and accessories for the therapy table.
Foot-Nibbling Garra Rufa Fish
As the fish spa fad races through Asia, medical claims are exaggerated and dangers downplayed. And how to tell if the doctor fish are genuine Garra rufa?
Deep Tissue Massage
Deep tissue massage therapy is a therapeutic massage which can relieve the pain and discomfort caused by specific medical problems.
The Benefits of Massage Therapy
Massage can do more than just pamper and relax a person. There are many other benefits, such as reducing stress, easing muscle tension, and improving muscle tone.
Massage Benefits for Your Body's Health
Massage therapy brings physical comfort to the body, but also provides numerous benefits to one's health.
Massage Benefits for Your Body's Movement
Regular massage therapy brings more than comfort to your body, it brings improved movement, better muscle control, and higher energy levels.
Self-Care Tips for the Bodyworker
Bodyworkers are notorious for slacking in the self-care department. When was the last time the massage therapist had a massage? Change begins with the practitioner.
Music to Listen to During Massage
Music can be very relaxing, when played during a massage or bodywork treatment it can enhance the experience. Many styles of music can be good companions to massage.
How to Choose a Massage Therapist in the U.S.
Sessions with a massage therapist can improve overall health and outlook and reduce stress levels. Here are the things to look for when searching for one in the U.S.
Sanitation in the Massage Practice
From proper hand washing procedures to cleaning linens, the massage therapist can follow these steps for a clean room and office.
Office Policies of Massage Therapists
Independent practitioners and massage therapists that operate their own businesses have office policies to guide and protect their practices.
Massage and Reflexology for Breast Cancer
The benefits of bodywork for women with breast cancer include feeling better as well as improving the prognosis through the body's own healing mechanisms.
Different Pressure Point Methods
Pressure points have been used since ancient times to redirect blood flow and energy to heal the body. They treat everything from back pain to troubled emotions.
Therapeutic Bodywork for Springtime
Receive bodywork during the Spring for health maintenance, support the liver and gall bladder, and to help with sinus congestion related to seasonal allergies.
Craigslist's Erotic Services Encroach on Massage
In recent months Craigslist, a online classified ads site, has cracked down on erotic services, but that's just spilling over to the therapeutic listing section.
Understanding the Types of Massage
Explore the different massages and determine which one is right for your situation.
How to Decorate a Massage Treatment Room
Décor plays an important function in the massage room - does it inspire safety, warmth and comfort? Clients should enjoy the ambiance with their session.
Reducing Cellulite with Massage - It's Possible
Recent studies have shown that those awful little bumps on your skin, aka, cellulite, can actually be smoothed and reduced with a cellulite massage.
Massage Therapist Workplace Safety
Therapists in the massage and spa industries should be aware of dangers in the workplace from product exposure to occupational burnout.
What to Expect at Your First Massage
Be prepared and comfortable to go to your first massage therapy appointment with these helpful instructions and answers to common questions.
Massage And Bodywork For Valentine's Day
Whether it is a luxurious treat for one or a couples massage, bodywork and massages are popular to give and receive around St. Valentine's Day.
2009 Massage And Bodywork Events
The highlight of the year for some bodyworkers and massage therapists is a trip to the annual conference, expo or convention.
Therapeutic Massage Versus Relaxation Massage
Massage therapy can be a very relaxing treat but some massage therapists work very clinically by offering therapeutic massage for chronic complaints and injuries.
Shiatsu for Depression and Chronic Fatigue
Shiatsu is not just a relaxing form of Japanese acupressure massage. The treatment can also be used in the process of curing depression and chronic fatigue syndrome.
How to Get the Most Out of Your Massage
Learn what steps before, during and after massage will give the most benefits to a comforting and restorative massage therapy experience.
Massage Therapy in Rehab Centers
Massage therapy benefits patients in rehabilitation for chemical addiction and eating disorders. Prepare to practice in this intense setting by learning the basics.
Virtual Massage Conference
Over 50 Massage and Bodywork experts will give presentations in this first-ever International Conference Online.
Massage and Bodywork for Pregnancy
Prenatal Massage Therapy is a common modality used by expecting women during pregnancy, labor and postpartum.
A History of Massage
Massage has been practised for centuries as a means of treating illness and promoting good health. This article is a timeline of the key developments and theories.
Masseuse, Masseur or Massage Therapist?
These old-fashioned terms can insult and disparage therapeutic touch practitioners in the United States.
Newborns Need Touch
Newborns need constant soothing touch to grow and thrive into healthy children. Touch has also been proven to have a positive impact on a variety of infant illnesses.
Massage at the Office
Can Massage Therapy improve work production and boost employee morale in the office? Is bodywork the answer to absenteeism and occupational stress?
Massage Therapy Techniques as Healing Practices
Massage therapy helps treat mental and physical health related conditions. Energy experts find massage therapy is key for healing physical conditions.
Giving the Gift of Bodywork
Give a massage, spa or bodywork gift certificate for birthdays, holidays or as a thank you gift and be sure the recipient will enjoy it.
Massage Therapy on a Budget
Massage Therapy and Bodywork Sessions can really add up but patrons don't have to break the bank to enjoy relaxation.
The Benefits of Baby Massage
Baby massage has been part of daily life in many cultures for centuries; the benefits are huge, resulting in a happier, healthier baby.
Massage and Bodywork Publications
A collection of journals, magazines and publications for massage therapists, somatic practitioners, energy practitioners and bodyworkers.
Anatomy for Massage Therapists
An anatomy and physiology program designed specifically for massage therapists to accurately identify and find anatomical landmarks no matter body size or type.
Massage Organization Review: ABMP
A review of the costs and benefits of a professional massage organization - the Associated Bodywork and Massage Professionals for massage therapists and massage schools.
Holiday Gifts for Spa Customers
Sometimes massage therapists, and other professionals, wonder what to give their best clients at the end of the year. Here are some tips for rewarding loyal customers.
Massage Therapy Business Start-Up
A new massage therapist faces many challenges as they begin their business: gaining new clients, generating massage income, and learning to market themselves.
Massage Therapy Intake Procedure
When a massage therapist works with a new client, it is important to have clear bodywork intake procedures to keep clear communication. Here are tips and suggestions.
Spa Add-Ons for Massage Therapists
A massage therapist can usually do many spa treatments easily and simply. Here are popular spa treatments that do not require a wet room for bodyworkers to add to menus.
Massage Therapy Hall of Fame
Help honor those who have contributed to the field of massage therapy. The 2007 World Massage Festival and Massage Therapy Hall of Fame will be held in Pensacola, Florida