The Importance of Time Boundaries
Do you find your 60-minute massage session going over by 10-15 minutes? Time management is one of a massage therapist’s most important boundaries because it maintains healthy limits for both you and your clients in many ways. How you value time shows up in how you feel valued and respected by your massage clients. Sadly, […]
Benefits of Combining Massage with Yoga
Since massage therapy and yoga are both popular wellness practices, should your massage clients combine massage with yoga? The answer is yes! There are a two possible ways to combine and reap the benefits from both massage therapy and yoga: 1. Getting massage therapy before yoga increases blood flow, lengthens muscles and connective tissues, and […]
Why Massage & Alcohol Do Not Mix
Does massage therapy after drinking alcohol mix? The answer is no! Why should clients refrain from drinking alcohol before massage therapy? Alcohol and massage therapy both have powerful effects on the body. Alcohol has dehydrating effects, causing blood vessels to dilate, impairs cognitive reasoning, and weakens the immune system. Massage therapy boosts the circulation by […]
Benefits of Massage for People With Parkinson’s
Did you know massage therapy offers great benefits to people with Parkinson’s? Parkinson’s disease is a progressive neurological movement disorder with symptoms that include tremors, stiff muscles and slowness in moving. For people with Parkinson’s disease, dopamine levels are also too low; however studies have shown that dopamine levels can be increased in people with […]
How Often Should Clients Get a Massage
How often should your clients receive massage therapy? There is no right or wrong answer since each client is different and there are also different styles and uses for massage. Here are 4 different examples of reasons and purposes to determine the style and frequency of massage therapy for your clients. 1. A post surgery […]
The Benefits of Corporate Massage Programs
Why do corporations need a corporate massage program? Studies continue to show that employees who feel valued are happier and happy employees are more productive. And one great way to boost a company’s culture is by bringing in corporate massage services. Here are 3 ways a corporate massage program can help a company’s culture ,morale, […]
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 […]