Importance of Self-Care to a Massage Therapist’s Success
As a massage therapist, your job is physically & emotionally demanding. Practicing self-care helps prevent early burnout and will keep you happy, healthy, and energetic. 4 self-care ideas include:1. Enjoy personal time: Whether a walk with friends, or a relaxing bubble bath, doing what you enjoy during your personal time is great for recovery & […]
Adding Foot Reflexology to Your Massage Practice
Are you thinking about adding foot reflexology to your massage practice? Reflexology is a non-intrusive supplementary therapy that uses gentle pressure on specific areas of the feet (sometimes hands and ears). These areas are believed to be connected to different parts of the body. Foot Reflexology is one of the many treatments that form the […]
Benefits of Taking Work Breaks as a Massage Clients
As a massage therapist, your job is very demanding which increases the risk of burnout or injury. Studies show taking work breaks lead to higher productivity, greater job satisfaction, and a more balanced emotional health. 4 benefits of taking work breaks as a massage therapist include: Taking work breaks allows your body to rest which […]
Benefits of Sports Massage for Active Clients
Did you know sports massage is not just for athletes? If your massage clients have active lifestyles they will benefit from sports massage. Sports massage is great for clients who want to decrease muscle tension and pain while increasing flexibility, mobility, and performance. 3 benefits of sports massage for clients with active lifestyles include: Through the […]
Research Supports Benefits of Massage Therapy
Does research support the benefits of massage therapy? The answer is, Yes! Research shows massage therapy to be a “clinically-oriented” healthcare option that can improve quality of life for patients with a variety of conditions. Why is massage therapy so effective? Massage therapy is a source of comfort and relief. Research shows interpersonal touch influences […]
Benefits Of Himalayan Salt Stone Massage
What is Himalayan salt massage? Himalayan Sea Salt contains up to 98% sodium chloride, as well as calcium, magnesium, potassium, manganese, iron, and many other natural minerals. When used for massage therapy, the pink Himalayan salt crystals are carved into stones by hand, and then heated and applied to the body with pressure. During massage […]
What is Lymphatic Massage?
What is lymphatic massage? Lymphatic massage focuses on skin depth manipulation of the epidermis, in an effort to assist the body in draining lymph fluid, facilitating the removal of toxins. The lymphatic system is an important part of the immune system, responsible for the removing of cellular waste from the tissues, maintaining fluid levels, and protecting the […]
4 Benefits of Massage Therapy for Osteoarthritis
Did you know massage therapy offer benefits as a complimentary treatment for osteoarthritis and its related symptoms? Osteoarthritis is a very common condition, affecting over 2 million people nationwide. Osteoarthritis is a disease affecting the whole joint, including the bone, cartilage, ligaments and muscles, but most commonly occurs in the knees, finger joints, hips and […]
Benefits of Prenatal Massage
Do you have pregnant massage clients? Prenatal massage has been proven to be beneficial for both mother and baby. Prenatal massage is considered safe after the 1st trimester for normal, healthy pregnancies. Here are 4 benefits of prenatal massage:1. Stress ReductionStress reduction is something new mothers must focus on and is healthy for the baby […]
Benefits of Combining Massage Therapy and Chiropractic
Are you thinking about starting a massage practice in a chiropractic clinic? Many chiropractors are seeking out massage therapists because of the improvements patients experience from the combination of chiropractic care and massage therapy. Some of the benefits of combining chiropractic care and massage therapy include: Massage therapy and chiropractic care help with chronic pain […]